The long wait for our PGM group is over to check out the potentially hilarious Squirrel with a Gun (https://store.steampowered.com/app/2067050/Squirrel_with_a_Gun/). Will it be fun or just a squirrely gimmick? We’ll find out this week!
It’s also that time of the week 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.
World of Warcraft: The War Within (Expansion)
August 26 – PC
Core Keeper
August 27 – PC, PS5/PS4, XBOX, XBOX 1, NINTENDO SWITCH
“Explore an endless cavern of creatures, relics and resources in a mining sandbox adventure for 1-8 players. Mine, build, fight, craft and farm to unravel the mystery of the ancient Core.” – Steam/PC
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 1/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Gori: Cuddly Carnage
August 29 – PC, PS5/PS4, XBOX, XBOX 1, NINTENDO SWITCH
“Humanity has been destroyed – and it’s up to Gori, along with his deadly but wise-cracking sentient hoverboard, F.R.A.N.K, and morose AI companion, CH1-P, to shred and slay the evil Adorable Army!” – Steam/PC
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 1/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Akimbot
August 29 – PC, PS5, XBOX
“In the action-adventure platformer, Akimbot, blast your way through armies of robots, pilot spaceships and forge your own path to save the universe from impending doom! Set in a sci-fi world where only robots exist, travel the galaxy and experience non-stop robot mayhem and explosive action!” – Steam/PC
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 1/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Gundam Breaker 4
August 29 – PC, PS5/PS4, NINTENDO SWITCH
“Create your own ultimate Gundam in the newest Gundam Breaker! With more customizable parts than ever before, you finally have the freedom to build your perfect Gunpla. Test it in battle using the brand new dual-weapon system and break parts off of your enemies and add them to your collection.” – Steam/PC
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 1/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Ernio – The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club
August 29 – NINTENDO SWITCH
Monster Jam Showdown
August 29 – PC, PS5/PS4, XBOX, XBOX 1, NINTENDO SWITCH
“It’s time to jump into a groundbreaking off-road arcade racing game, packed with thrilling sprints and unique tricks. Get behind the wheel of the most iconic Monster Jam™ trucks ever, and show your skills in several game modes!” – Steam/PC
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 1/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Shadow of the Ninja Reborn
August 29 – PC, PS5/PS4, XBOX, XBOX 1, NINTENDO SWITCH
“After 33 years in the shadows, prepare to see this legendary action adventure in a new light! Looking and playing better than ever before, Shadow of the Ninja – Reborn is Tengo Project’s remake of a cult classic, that the fans have been waiting for.” – Steam/PC
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 1/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Squirrel With A Gun ($17.99)
August 29 – PC, PS5, XBOX
“Squirrel, meet gun. As the neighborhood’s most obnoxious rodent, develop a knack (and a love?) for crime and mayhem in pursuit of golden acorns in this nutty sandbox shooter and puzzle platformer. Fight tooth, claw, and gun to escape a secret underground facility and defeat the Agents.” – Steam/PC
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 10/10
Plan to buy at launch: YES
Wishlist: YES
Many in our PGM group have been looking forward to this one. I just preordered it — and I don’t preorder many games at all. $17.99, I’m there.
Don’t disappoint me, squirrel!
Visions of Mana
August 29 – PC, PS5/PS4, XBOX
“Explore a world of elemental spirits and adventure in the latest Mana action-RPG.” – Steam/PC
Single Player
Steam Achievements
Interest level: 1/10
Plan to buy at launch: No
Wishlist: No
Star Wars Outlaws
August 30 – PC, PS5, XBOX
SUMMARY
So, there’s the World of Warcraft Expansion, which I heard from one PGM member already that he tried it and refunded, then there’s Star Wars Outlaws, don’t know, but curious and finally the extremely hyped and promoted Squirrel with a Gun. This week we’ll find out if it’s worth it or not.