This week at PGM we are score chasing the 194x trilogy: 1941, 1942 and 1943.
You can play 1943 for free in the licensed arcade versions as part of Capcom Arcade Stadium on Steam/PC (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1515950/Capcom_Arcade_Stadium/). This collection has gotten mixed to negative reviews on Steam, but it plays much better than the reviews. These games also play on the Steam Deck well, so for those with a Steam Deck, especially, give this another look.
It’s that time of the week again to check for noteworthy game releases for PC/Steam, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch via Metacritic. We also discuss these games live on the High Noon with Hollywood Polo stream at noon Tuesdays PST (GMT-8) here: https://www.twitch.tv/playgamesmoredotcom including commentary from other PGM members, wishlist interest and more.
Alan Wake 2: The Lake House
October 22 – PC, PS5, XBOX
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 1/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Fae Farm
October 22 – PS5/PS4, XBOX, XBOX 1
Potionomics: Masterwork Edition
October 22 – PS5/PS4, XBOX, NINTENDO SWITCH
Wildermyth: Console Edition
October 22 – PS5/PS4, XBOX, XBOX 1, NINTENDO SWITCH
Wilmot Works It Out
October 23 – PC
“Wilmot Works It Out is a puzzle building game about completing beautiful images and using them to decorate the walls of your house.” – Steam/PC
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 1/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Cabernet
October 24 – PC
“Cabernet is a 2D narrative RPG set in a 19th century Eastern European inspired world, with a modern twist. Guide Liza, a young vampire in her new unlife among the unsuspecting townsfolk. Will you retain your humanity or descend further into the horror you have become?” – Steam/PC
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 1/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Flint: Treasure of Oblivion
October 24 – PC, PS5, XBOX
“Experience the golden age of piracy through a strong and original narrative, real-time exploration and turn-based tactical combat in Flint – Treasure of Oblivion.” – Steam/PC
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 1/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Orange Season
October 24 – PC, PS5, XBOX, NINTENDO SWITCH
“Make your farmer’s dream come true in Orange Season. With your parent’s help, you’ve finally saved enough money to buy a plot of land in the charming farmer’s village of Orange Town. Build a thriving farm as you grow crops, raise animals, fish, and mine materials to establish your farm in town.” – Steam/PC
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 1/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Romance of the Three Kingdoms: 8 Remake
October 24 – PC, PS5/PS4, NINTENDO SWITCH
“Theater of war, infinite drama. A masterpiece of historical simulation “ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS 8″ is revived after 20 years. Enjoy the greatest military drama in the Three Kingdoms series, with the largest number of officers and scenarios!” – Steam/PC
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 1/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven
October 24 – NINTENDO SWITCH
Slay The Princess: The Pristine Cut
October 24 – PC, PS5/PS4, XBOX, XBOX 1, NINTENDO SWITCH
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 1/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
The Smurfs: Dreams
October 24 – PC, PS5/PS4, XBOX, XBOX 1, NINTENDO SWITCH
“The fate of the Smurf Village rests in your dreams: dive into a fantastic journey to save it in this fully immersive and magical 3D platformer!” – Steam/PC
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 4/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration Expanded Edition
October 25 – PC, PS5/PS4, XBOX, XBOX 1, NINTENDO SWITCH
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 3/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
October 25 – PC, PS5/PS4, XBOX, XBOX 1
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 1/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Sonic X Shadow Generations ($49.99)
October 25 – PC, PS5/PS4, XBOX, XBOX 1, NINTENDO SWITCH
“Shadow the Hedgehog is back with Classic and Modern Sonic in SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS, an all-new collection featuring two unique experiences!” – Steam/PC
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 3/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Ys X: Nordics
October 25 – PC, PS5/PS4, NINTENDO SWITCH
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 1/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
SUMMARY
Despite a good number of games, the vast majority are of no interest to this author. Sonic X looks cool but the $49.99 price is spooking me away. Atari 50th I’m interested in, but couldn’t find a link for it. What are you interested in this week, if anything?