Mafia: The Old Country Releases in Summer 2025

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December 12, 2024

During The Game Awards 2024, 2K and Hangar 13 announced Mafia: The Old Country will launch in summer 2025 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. The game will feature Sicilian voice acting and an Italian language localization for both in-game UI and subtitles.

Here’s an overview of Mafia: The Old Country, along with the new trailer, via the official website:

Uncover the origins of organized crime in Mafia: The Old Country, a gritty mob story set in the brutal underworld of 1900s Sicily. Fight to survive as Enzo Favara in this immersive third-person action-adventure.

Uncover a Merciless World of Organized Crime

The rough-hewn beauty of Sicily’s rugged countryside is a stark contrast to the grime of urban alleyways—but the treachery and violence of this gangland run just as deep.

Play a Classic Mob Movie

You’re the antihero of this thrilling 1900s story, living out every tense moment of Enzo’s descent into Sicily’s clandestine criminal underworld. Soak in sun-drenched Mediterranean scenery with picture-perfect visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5, and immerse yourself in every period-authentic detail of this classic crime drama.

Fight to Survive

Engage in life-or-death combat, be it up close with a blade or from afar with a variety of firearms. To prove himself worthy in the Torrisi family, Enzo will have to master all the tools of the trade, including period-authentic handguns, rifles, and shotguns, to overcome any odds and doggedly eliminate the Don’s enemies.

Travel in Authentic Style

To reach your next target or make a hurried getaway, you’ll need to gallop on horseback across cobbled streets and open fields, or speed down dirt roads in authentic turn-of-the-century automobiles.

The Game Awards 2024 – All Nominees and Winners

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Soul Kiwami

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December 12, 2024

After weeks of voting for nominees, all of the winners of The Game Awards 2024 have finally been unveiled!

Here are the winners of The Game Awards 2024:

The Game Awards 2024 Winners

Game of the Year

Astro Bot – Winner
Balatro
Black Myth Wukong
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Metaphor: ReFantazio

Best Game Direction

Astro Bot – Winner
Balatro
Black Myth Wukong
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Metaphor: ReFantazio

Best Adaptation

Arcane
Fallout – Winner
Knuckles
Like a Dragon: Yakuza
Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft

Best Narrative

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
Metaphor: ReFantazio – Winner
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
Silent Hill 2

Best Art Direction

Astro Bot
Black Myth Wukong
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
Metaphor: ReFantazio – Winner
Neva

Best Score and Music

Astro Bot
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth – Winner
Metaphor: ReFantazio
Silent Hill 2
Stellar Blade

Best Audio Design

Astro Bot
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II – Winner
Silent Hill 2

Best Performance

Briana White (Final Fantasy VII Rebirth)
Hannah Telle (Life is Strange: Double Exposure)
Humberly González (Star Wars: Outlaws)
Luke Roberts (Silent Hill 2)
Melina Juergens (Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II) – Winner

Innovation in Accessibility

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Diablo IV
Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown – Winner
Star Wars: Outlaws

Games for Impact

Closer the Distance
Indika
Neva – Winner
Life is Strange: Double Exposure
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
Tales of Kenzera: ZAU

Best Ongoing Game

Destiny 2
Diablo IV
Final Fantasy XIV
Fortnite
Helldivers 2 – Winner

Best Community Support

Baldur’s Gate III – Winner
Final Fantasy XIV
Fortnite
Helldivers 2
No Man’s Sky

Best Independent Game

Animal Well
Balatro – Winner
Lorelei and the Laser Eyes
Neva
UFO 50

Best Debut Indie Game

Animal Well
Balatro – Winner
Manor Lords
Pacific Drive
The Plucky Squire

Best Mobile Game

AFK Journey
Balatro – Winner
Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket
Wuthering Waves
Zenless Zone Zero

Best VR/AR Game

Arizona Sunshine Remake
Asgard’s Wrath II
Batman Arkham Shadow – Winner
Metal Hellsinger VR
Metro Awakening VR

Best Action Game

Black Myth Wukong – Winner
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Helldivers 2
Stellar Blade
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II

Best Action/Adventure Game

Astro Bot – Winner
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
Silent Hill 2
Star Wars Outlaws
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom

Best Role Playing Game

Dragon’s Dogma II
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
Metaphor: ReFantazio – Winner

Best Fighting Game

Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising
Marvel vs Capcom Fighting Collection Arcade Classics
MultiVersus
Tekken 8 – Winner

Best Family Game

Astro Bot – Winner
Princess Peach Showtime
Super Mario Party Jamboree
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
The Plucky Squire

Best Sim/Strategy Game

Age of Mythology: Retold
Frostpunk 2 – Winner
Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess
Manor Lords
Unicorn Overlord

Best Sports/Racing

F1 24
EA Sports FC 25 – Winner
NBA 2K25
Topspin 2K25
WWE 2K24

Best Multiplayer

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Helldivers 2 – Winner
Super Mario Party Jamboree
Tekken 8
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II

Content Creator of the Year

Caseoh – Winner
Illojuan
Techno Gamerz
Typical Gamer
Usada Pekora

Most Anticipated Game

Death Stranding 2: On The Beach
Ghost of Yotei
Grand Theft Auto VI – Winner
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
Monster Hunter Wilds

Players’ Voice

Black Myth Wukong – Winner
Genshin Impact
Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree
Wuthering Waves
Zenless Zone Zero

Best Esports Game

Counter Strike 2
DOTA 2
League of Legends – Winner
Mobile Legends Bang Bang
Valorant

Best Esports Athlete

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Aleksib
Chovy
Faker – Winner
Zywoo
Zmjjkk

Best Esports Team

Bilibili Gaming
Gen.G
Navi
T1 – Winner
Team Liquid

Screamer Teaser Trailer Revealed, Coming 2026

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Itch

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December 12, 2024

Animated cutscene from the Screamer teaser trailer

The first teaser trailer for Screamer was revealed today at The Game Awards. It will be a reimagining of the 1995 racing game of the same name. As of writing, little is known about how the game will actually play, although if the trailer is anything to go by, it will probably be intense.

The game comes from Milestone, the same company behind the Hot Wheels Unleashed titles. Screamer will be arriving on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store in 2026.

Screamer Game Awards 2024 Teaser Trailer

While the trailer features no gameplay, it does showcase the game’s art direction and animated cutscenes. These cutscenes will be animated by the anime studio Polygon Pictures.

With this in mind, Screamer will likely take a more narrative-focused approach compared to most other racing games. It seemingly takes place in a cyberpunk setting with references to a tournament, which the game’s characters will almost definitely compete in.

The title will supposedly blend extreme racing and fighting mechanics. How this combination will work has yet to be seen. However, with this detail, one can expect this to be one of the more aggressive racers available on the market.

Very few other details are currently available, but the game’s website can be visited here. Additional details will appear on Milestone’s social media pages. For more updates, be sure to keep an eye on Final Weapon!

The original Screamer released exclusively for MS-DOS. It was developed by Graffiti, which eventually became Milestone. While the game did manage to spawn four sequels, the IP has been dormant since around 2001.

For those who are curious, the first Screamer game can still be purchased on Steam and GOG. It’s doubtful it will be representative of the upcoming title, but perhaps it’s worth a look.

About The Game Awards 2024

The Game Awards 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the annual celebration, uniting and bringing together developers, publishers, and fans across the entire globe. Each year, dozens of awards are presented to creators, with a slew of new game announcements and trailers in store as well. For more on The Game Awards, be sure to check out Final Weapon’s coverage of the show, in addition to our guide on all announcements, awards, and more.

Split Fiction Announced for PC and Consoles

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Ryuji Shiryu

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December 12, 2024

During the Game Awards 2024, Hazelight Studios and EA have unveiled Split Fiction, a successor to the studio’s It Takes Two. The game is planned to release on March 6th, 2025 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store and the EA app.

Split Fiction is a unique co-op action-adventure split screen game where players will jump between sci-fi and fantasy worlds. With a wide range of ever-changing abilities, players will take on the roles of Mio and Zoe as they work together to take back their creative legacies and discover the power of an unexpected friendship.

Discover a variety of sci-fi and fantasy mechanics and abilities. Escape a sun that’s going supernova, challenge a monkey to a dance battle, try out some cool hoverboard tricks, fight an evil kitty and ride everything from gravity bikes to a sandshark.

Watch the reveal trailer on YouTube:

The Game Awards 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the annual celebration, uniting and bringing together developers, publishers, and fans across the entire globe. Each year, dozens of awards are presented to creators, with a slew of new game announcements and trailers in store as well. For more on The Game Awards, be sure to check out Final Weapon’s coverage of the show, in addition to our guide on all announcements, awards, and more.

Dying Light: The Beast Confirms Summer 2025 Release

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December 12, 2024

Techland revealed a new Dying Light: The Beast trailer at The Game Awards 2024. In this latest trailer, we meet the Baron and get a release window of summer 2025. The game will come to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store.

Meet the Baron in Dying Light: The Beast

The trailer introduces us to the Baron, a brilliant but emotionless scientist who experimented on Kyle Crane for years. His real name is Marius Fischer, the last descendant from Castor Woods. He sees it as his moral right to restore order by experimenting with different virus strains, but no one knows his master plan.

Experience the torture Kyle Crane endured for over 13 years and see why his need for revenge is so great. Watch him develop new beastlike powers but at the cost of his humanity. The fate of Castor Woods is in his hands as he fights for the survival of the people who need him.

The trailer shows new areas like the Swamps, a new part of the immersive environment of Castor Woods. It also teases new gameplay elements to help immerse you in this meticulously crafted world. Explore Castor Woods in Dying Light: The Beast coming to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store in Summer 2025.

The Game Awards 2024

The Game Awards 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the annual celebration, uniting and bringing together developers, publishers, and fans across the entire globe. Each year, dozens of awards are presented to creators, with a slew of new game announcements and trailers in store as well. For more on The Game Awards, be sure to check out Final Weapon’s coverage of the show, in addition to our guide on all announcements, awards, and more.

Double Dragon Revive Release Date Announced at The Game Awards 2024

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Andrew Brown

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December 12, 2024

Arc System Works America announced at The Game Awards 2024 that Double Dragon Revive will be releasing on October 23, 2025 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

Additionally, the game is currently available to pre-order via Arc System Works America Official website. Pre-ordering the game grants you a pre-order bonus game called Double Dragon Dodge Ball.

Recently, the developers uploaded a trailer that introduced Marian and Yagyu, who both bring unique styles and special moves. Another trailer also reveals a first look at the returning boss character, Willy. Described as the “cruel leader of the Shadow Warriors who rule the city, he stands in the player’s way “with a whole new look and wielding his machine gun to perform action-packed moves!”

Double Dragon Revive Arrives On October 23, 2025 – The Game Awards 2024

Moreover, below is the description of Double Dragon Revive from the pre-order trailer:

The Double Dragon series has defined the belt-scroll action genre ever since it hit the arcades in 1987. Now it returns as Double Dragon Revive, thanks to the passionate support of retro game fans over the years!

All-new, stylish character graphics! See your favorites from the golden age of arcades recreated in modern 3D graphics. Powerful foes from their past return to face off against the Lee brothers.
The ultimate belt-scroll action experience! The player traverses the screen horizontally to take down enemies in this beloved genre. Experience the same simple and intuitive gameplay, with controls and balance refined for the modern era. The carefully crafted experience, supervised by staff with experience on Arc System Works fighting game titles, makes it easy for new players to get engrossed right away.
Thrilling, strategic action! The combat requires adaptation and variety, more than a simple button-masher. Delve into the strategy by learning enemy patterns and finding the most effective attack timings. Pick up weapons scattered throughout the stages and make the most of the area gimmicks to seize the upperhand in battle!

About The Game Awards 2024

The Game Awards 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the annual celebration, uniting and bringing together developers, publishers, and fans across the entire globe. Each year, dozens of awards are presented to creators, with a slew of new game announcements and trailers in store as well. For more on The Game Awards, be sure to check out Final Weapon’s coverage of the show, in addition to our guide on all announcements, awards, and more.

Dungeon&Fighter: ARAD Debuts New Trailer At The Game Awards 2024

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Ryuji Shiryu

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December 12, 2024

During the Game Awards, NEXON Korea has unveiled a brand-new trailer for their upcoming open world action-adventure RPG Dungeon&Fighter: ARAD. The game is planned to release on PC, mobile and console, but a release window was not unveiled.

Dungeon&Fighter: ARAD expands upon the Dungeon & Fighter universe with an appealing new narrative never before seen in the series, and features action packed combat, engaging characters and a stunning open world filled with monsters and puzzles for players to experience, all backed by the powerful Unreal Engine 5.

Watch the reveal trailer on YouTube:

The Game Awards 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the annual celebration, uniting and bringing together developers, publishers, and fans across the entire globe. Each year, dozens of awards are presented to creators, with a slew of new game announcements and trailers in store as well. For more on The Game Awards, be sure to check out Final Weapon’s coverage of the show, in addition to our guide on all announcements, awards, and more.

The Last of Us Part II Remastered Coming to PC

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Soul Kiwami

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December 12, 2024

Sony Interactive Entertainment and Naughty Dog announced The Last of Us Part II Remastered is coming to PC via Steam and Epic Games Store on April 3, 2025.

Watch the new PC announcement trailer for The Last of Us Part II Remastered below:

The Last of Us Part II Remastered is currently available now on PlayStation 5. Lastly, here’s an overview of the game, via Steam:

Ellie & Abby’s Journey Now on PC

Experience the winner of over 300 Game of the Year awards now with an array of technical enhancements that make The Last of Us Part II Remastered the definitive way to play Ellie and Abby’s critically acclaimed story.

Five years after their dangerous journey across the post-pandemic United States, Ellie and Joel have settled down in Jackson, Wyoming. Living amongst a thriving community of survivors has allowed them peace and stability, despite the constant threat of the infected and other, more desperate survivors. When a violent event disrupts that peace, Ellie embarks on a relentless journey to carry out justice and find closure.

Added Features

The Last of Us Part II Remastered enhances the original game in ways not possible before, including:

A host of graphical improvements bring the beautiful-yet-dangerous world to life.
Full PlayStation DualSense controller integration.

No Return – A Roguelike Survival Mode

Experience The Last of Us Part II’s deep combat via an entirely new mode! Survive as long as you can in each run, as you choose your path through a series of randomized encounters. Play as a host of different unlockable characters, each with unique gameplay traits. The variety of challenges features different foes and memorable locations from throughout Part II, all culminating in tense boss battles.

More ways to play

Delve deeper into this beloved adventure and learn how the original game was created.
Lost Levels lets you explore early-development versions of three levels not seen in the original.
Enjoy hours of developer commentary to hear insights into Part II’s development as you experience the game.
Live up to your musical potential with Guitar Free Play, which includes unlockable instruments, or take on the Speedrun Mode² and post your best times.
Descriptive Audio³ and Speech to Vibrations have also been added to Part II’s suite of accessibility features.
The Last of Us Part II Remastered also features unlockable character and weapon skins for players to use for both Ellie and Abby.

Notes:

¹ Account for PlayStation Network required.

² Game progression required to unlock.

³ Only available for audio supported languages.

BLACKFROST: The Long Dark 2 Announced, Early Access Arriving in 2026

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Itch

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December 12, 2024

Screenshot from Blackfrost: The Long Dark 2 announcement trailer

Blackfrost: The Long Dark 2 was revealed today at The Game Awards 2024. It appears that the game’s launch is still far away, as early access begins in 2026. This sequel promises to refine and evolve the survival gameplay from the first game.

Blackfrost will introduce new elements to the mix, including new co-op features. For now, the title has only been confirmed to launch on PC via Steam, but it will presumably find its way to other platforms.

Blackfrost: The Long Dark 2 Game Awards 2024 Trailer

The trailer for The Long Dark 2 features little, if any, gameplay. Instead, the announcement primarily focuses on presenting the game’s stylized visuals. It showcases the bleak, yet strangely peaceful atmosphere that fans of the original title can expect from the sequel.

The events of Blackfrost primarily occur in the post-apocalyptic city of Harmont. Players will be able to create their own survivor and customize their traits. As such, The Long Dark 2 claims to be the first title built from the ground-up as a survival RPG.

The Long Dark and its sequel features a world suffering from a “quiet” apocalypse, rendering most modern technology useless. Not only will Blackfrost test the player character’s ability to survive, it will also test their psychological state as well with a new “Will to Live” system.

Additionally, a new “Permalife” system will supposedly “turn every death into a new adventure”. The details on exactly how this system functions are vague, but the name should give a hint. Classic Permadeath is also an option.

The early access period will last for approximately one or two years. Hinterland Studio plans to utilize community feedback to improve the game over time. For more updates, be sure to keep an eye on Final Weapon!

About The Game Awards 2024

The Game Awards 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the annual celebration, uniting and bringing together developers, publishers, and fans across the entire globe. Each year, dozens of awards are presented to creators, with a slew of new game announcements and trailers in store as well. For more on The Game Awards, be sure to check out Final Weapon’s coverage of the show, in addition to our guide on all announcements, awards, and more.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Announced At The Game Awards 2024

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Ryuji Shiryu

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December 12, 2024

Capcom has announced during The Game Awards 2024 that after two decades, the Onimusha series will be making a triumphant return with Onimusha: Way of the Sword. The game is planned for a 2026 worldwide release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Onimusha is rooted in the Sengoku period, Japan’s legendary age of warring states. The games infuse history with Japanese folklore to tell tales of warriors who wield the mystical power of the Oni. These heroes are drawn into conflict with the Genma, relentless monsters hellbent on conquering the world.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword takes place in Kyoto during the early Edo period. In this time of relative peace for Japan, Malice has befallen the ancient city. Twisted into an eerie and unsettling place, Kyoto has been infested by the demonic Genma.

In the debut trailer, a lone samurai armed with the Oni Gauntlet engages in fierce, blood-soaked sword fights with these hellish creatures from another world.

The Game Awards 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the annual celebration, uniting and bringing together developers, publishers, and fans across the entire globe. Each year, dozens of awards are presented to creators, with a slew of new game announcements and trailers in store as well. For more on The Game Awards, be sure to check out Final Weapon’s coverage of the show, in addition to our guide on all announcements, awards, and more.