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.
Riven
June 25 – PC
Uncover a story of intrigue, betrayal, and a civilization teetering on the brink of collapse as you solve intricate puzzles to unlock the secrets of Riven. Built from the ground-up and expanded from the award-winning original game released in 1997.
Riven on Steam (steampowered.com)
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 1/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Super Monkey Ball: Banana Rumble ($49.99)
June 25 – NINTENDO SWITCH
Join AiAi and friends in Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble, where you and up to 16 players can compete online across multiple game modes as you aim to become Top Banana! You can also work together with your favorite bunch in 4 player cooperative mode, or slip into a wonderfully crafted story in the all-new Adventure Mode experience!
Until Then
June 25 – PC, PS5
A fateful meeting sets off a chain reaction, upending Mark’s life. People disappear and memories prove unreliable. Uncover a hidden truth with Mark and his friends in this narrative adventure and race to unravel the mystery before it’s too late.
Until Then on Steam (steampowered.com)
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 1/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD
June 27 – NINTENDO SWITCH
The magical Dark Moon that hangs over Evershade Valley seems to calm the ghosts that live there. But when it suddenly breaks apart, the once-friendly ghosts become unruly! Luigi must stumble into action and find his courage to restore the Dark Moon to its rightful place in the sky.
NeoSprint
June 27 – PC, PS5/PS4, XBOX, XBOX 1, NINTENDO SWITCH
The exhilarating Atari racing classic “Sprint” series returns! NeoSprint zooms back to life as a single screen arcade racer for up to 8 players, paired with a robust track builder and intuitive sharing tools, ensuring a racing experience that satisfies speed demons and architects alike.
NeoSprint on Steam (steampowered.com)
Single Player
Shared/Split-Screen PVP
Steam Trading Cards
Includes Level Editor
Remote Play Together
Remote Play on TV
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 7/10
Plan to buy at launch: Maybe, depends on price
Wishlist: YES
Spy x Anya: Operation Memories
June 28 – PS5/PS4, NINTENDO SWITCH
SPY×ANYA also features over 15 minigames! Enjoy over 15 minigames, including ones inspired by the anime series and those created originally for the game! Fight to stay in sync with Yor’s special training, ride Bond as you play spy, and use Anya’s telepathic powers to read opponents’ cards in Tycoon.
SUMMARY
A modern update for classic arcade racer Sprint and a new Luigi Mansion are the top attention seekers this week. Personally, I’m a little more into Neosprint, but I never count out Luigi or Nintendo. What about you? Are you looking forward to buying and playing any of these new releases?
Bob