After an exciting month of game releases, March has arrived and with that even more exciting game releases. It just never ends! We’re once again providing our picks for the coming month while also giving a small recap of what went down last month. February was truly the month of live-service games as we started with the long-awaited new entry in the Arkhamverse, Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League released with mixed reviews.
Not long after we were given the sci-fi shooter Helldivers 2 which took the gaming community by storm, filling servers to the point developers had to increase them. Later in February, Ubisoft’s Skull and Bones was released, bringing back the love of sailing the seven seas. Finally right at the end, Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth emerged and is currently bringing us all back to the epic story that was left from the first part of the trilogy.
Now we look towards March where another month of unique games are ahead of us. We have a few ports releasing on other platforms from previously exclusive games to ones releasing on updated hardware. There are some highly anticipated titles, exclusives, and a few spooky games. Well let’s not delay any further, here are eight games to look out for in March (2024).
The Outlast Trials
Starting March with some intense and horrific thrills is the cooperative next entry in the Outlast series. Developed by Red Barrels, The Outlast Trials invites players to a mind-numbing new experience of terror, so bring a friend. Complete the trials ahead with up to 4 players though don’t worry you can play the experience solo. The Outlast Trials was originally released on PC last year, but now it’s coming to PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S on March 5th.
Can you survive long enough and complete the therapy from hell?
What We Know About The Outlast Trials
Going away from the previous title’s religious forest setting and themes. The Outlast Trials is set in the era of the Cold War inside a facility owned by the Murkoff Corporation. You’ll play as one of the numerous volunteers turned human guinea pigs, going through the twisted trials in the name of science. The main objective is to complete all of the trials the mad puppet masters of the Murkoff Corporation set loose on you, and hopefully earn the right to be released back into society. You’ll play through both Trials and Mk-Challenges. Trials are more immersive narrative-focused therapies that require a good amount of time to complete. Mk-Challenges are shorter therapies that occur in modified or redesigned sections of an existing map.
Continuing the Outlast formula, the gameplay mostly revolves around you avoiding enemies by hiding from them or running away. The Murkoff Corporation happily provide tools to use to increase your chances. However, you’ll have to earn them and work exceptionally hard to improve them. You can use tools for stunning and blinding enemies, seeing through walls, and healing yourself or your allies. Tackle the trials by yourself or with teams of 2, 3, or 4 players. Cooperative play isn’t essential for completing objectives but having a friend in this nightmare can be highly beneficial. Let your creativity sore with the customisation options for both your playable character and your cell. Meet the denizens of Murkoff’s Sinyala Facility, each one of them will try and help you get through the Trials in one piece. Think you’ll make it?
Reveil
Want another horror game? Well, our next pick is the psycho-thriller, Reveil, developed by Pixelsplit. Reveil promises to offer a deeply psychological experience that will keep players questioning everything they know. It’s set around the 1960s pulling many inspirations from the circus era. Delve into the madness when Reveil releases on March 6th for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Search through Walter’s memories of working at the carnival to find his missing family
What We Know About Reveil
In Reveil, you play as family man Walter Thompson, who discovers that his wife and daughter are missing. Determined to find answers, Walter embarks on a quest through fragmented memories in a haunting and twisted environment. To reunite with his family and escape, Walter will need to complete tasks that will further explore his psyche. It’s a race against time, with each step, the game’s eerie atmosphere intensifies, making it more difficult to escape.
Reveil consists of five acts containing intricately crafted environments with a plentiful supply of puzzles to solve. Overall you’ll experience a narrative-driven adventure involving the protagonist being on the brink of madness, leaving you pondering your own perceptions of reality. Reveil features first-person gameplay that’s found in many horror games. During this haunting tale, you’ll stumble upon riddling tasks that can help unlock parts of Walter’s past. Be immersed into a world, designed with attention to detail, where the boundaries between reality and illusion become blurred.
Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection
This pick was only recently announced but straight away was put on our radar. Developers Aspyr are bringing back the first two Star Wars Battlefront games in a new classic collection. Both games served as fantastic multiplayer games set in locations from the first six Star Wars movies. The Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection comes with bonus maps and new heroes and villains to play as. Return to the fight when the collection releases on March 14th for PC, PS5, Switch, and Xbox Series X/S.
Are you team Jedi or Sith?
What We Know About Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection
Play the classic Star Wars: Battlefront games both online and offline. In Battlefront 1, experience iconic battles from Star Wars Episodes I – VI. Then in Battlefront 2, join the rise of Darth Vader’s elite 501st legion of stormtroopers in a solo campaign. The collection includes all maps and game modes with all bonus maps. In Battlefront 1, you can play on their version of Jabba’s Palace (Battlefront 2 has this map in its core lineup). Then in Battlefront 2, play on additional bonus maps, Cloud City, Rhen Var: Harbor, Rhen Var: Citadel, and Yavin 4: Arena. But that’s not all, Battlefront 2 includes bonus Heroes and Villains, Asaji Ventress and Kit Fisto.
Experience all the classic game modes with now up to 64-player online support. Fight on the ground as wookie warriors, jet troopers, Droidekas and more in massive multiplayer action. Drive iconic vehicles like Speeder Bikes, AT-STs, AT-RTs, and more in offensive and defensive battles. If fitting on the planet isn’t your style then fight in space using TIE fighters, X-wings, and more. Games modes that are available in the collection are, Conquest, Capture the Flag, Hunt, Assault, and Hero Assault. Luckily with Hero Assault, Aspyr has updated it so now you can play on all ground maps like Death Star, Naboo, and more. Finally, yes you can play split screen on all offline modes.
HI-FI Rush
Similar to our last pick, we have another game port but this time it’s for a game released last year. Developed by Tango Gameworks, HI-FI Rush is a colourful rhythm-based action game. Take on the evil megacorp with a ragtag group of misfits armed with the power of music. HI-FI Rush releases for the PS5 on March 19th and will include all of the post-game DLC that was added, such as the Power Up! Tower Up! and BPM Rush modes.
Travel through a world that moves to the beat and oozes creativity
What We Know About HI-FI Rush
In HI-FI Rush you play as wannabe rockstar Chai whose heart was mistakingly fused with an old music player. Due to this error, he’s been labelled a defect by the definitely not evil superpowered tech company. Using the power of his defect, Chai can take on hordes of enemies by following the rhythm in his heart. He won’t be alone in this rock rebellion, Chai’s squad of colourful teammates will lend a hand against the heartless corporation. They’ll face off against every department leader of the corporation in fearsome boss fights accompanied by their own music tracks.
The general gameplay is pretty much a third-person hack-and-slash game but with a musical twist. All your actions will automatically sync up to the music but if you get into the groove then Chai can perform devastating Beat Hits, extra-flashy combos, team-up attacks with allies, and more. Upgrade Chai’s skills throughout the story so that you can achieve S-Rank scores on level replays. With HI-FI Rush mixing music with combat, the actual soundtrack has many killer tracks from licensed artists. Enjoy listening to tracks from Nine Inch Nails, The Black Keys, The Prodigy and more. Fear not streamers, in streamer mode you can still rock out with an original soundtrack featuring The Glass Pyramids, Shuichi Kobori, REO, Masatoshi Yanagi and more.
Alone In The Dark
What’s that another horror game you ask? Well it turns out March is trying to scare us stiff and this pick will hopefully fulfil that. THQ Nordic is bringing back Alone In The Dark for the next generation. Set in the Deep South during the 1920s, choose between two protagonists who are voiced by David Harbour (Stranger Things) and Jodie Comer (Killing Eve). Plunge into a reimagination of the classic survival horror game when Alone In The Dark releases March 20th for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Psychological Horror meets Southern Gothic in this reimagination of the classic survival horror game.
What We Know About Alone In The Dark
The reimagined cult classic has you experience a haunting story through the eyes of two protagonists. Play as either Edward Carnby or Emily Hartwood as you embark on a journey to Derceto Manor to search for the missing Jeremy Hartwood. The manor is home to the mentally ill where something sinister is lurking. Both characters have complex motivations for coming to Derceto, and their actions are tainted by individual past traumas. Encounter strange residents, nightmarish realms, and dangerous monsters while uncovering the uneasy truth of Derceto Manor.
The gameplay for Alone In The Dark is reimagined by using a more modernised third-person over-the-shoulder perspective. Matching the style of horror games, Resident Evil and Alan Wake. Enjoy the thrill of desperate survival in a world where reality starts to crumble, evil lurks in every shadow and ammunition is scarce. Like in the original Alone In The Dark, players will have the choice of playing as either Edward or Emily, effectively giving you two separate story arcs and perspectives to experience as you unravel the mystery. The game’s soundtrack aims to bring a haunting atmosphere but also a mesmerizing doom jazz soundtrack by Jason Köhnen.
Rise of the Ronin
Next is the open-world action RPG, Rise of the Ronin, developed by Team NINJA in collaboration with Koei Tecmo. Step into the shoes of a lone Ronin in 19th-century Japan, during the height of the Edo period. Battle foes using a wide range of weapons and equipment, and navigate the world via horse and glider. Begin your destiny when Rise of the Ronin releases on March 22nd exclusively for the PS5.
Forge your fate in this epic new samurai action adventure
What We Know About Rise of the Ronin
It’s 1863, The Black Ships of the West arrive at Japan’s borders throwing the country into chaos. All of this happens during the three generations of Tokugawa Shogunate’s oppressive rule. You’ll play as a lone nameless warrior, forging your path while holding the fate of the nation in your hands. See the story unfold in different ways depending on what choices you make alongside who you ally with during your journey. Do you assassinate key figures in the story, or do you choose to protect them? Shape the course of the game through Rise of the Ronin‘s multi-choice system. Another fun aspect of Rise of the Ronin is that there’s four-player co-op, letting you all experience the game’s main story together.
From veteran developers of Nioh and Ninja Gaiden, Rise of the Ronin offers engaging combat with layers of complexity, providing many different playstyles to go down. Explore an open world set in three different cities of Japan, alongside the lush countryside completing numerous quests from original and historical characters. To get around you can ride on horseback, use a bird-shaped glider, and a grappling hook that can be combined with the glider. Engage in close combat using samurai weapons such as Katanas, Tanto, Spears, Bows, and Tanegashima Rifles. You’ll also use weapons from the West like revolvers, rifles, and muskets, which can be used alongside your samurai weapons.
Dragon’s Dogma 2
Next is a game that numerous fantasy fans have been anticipating for some time. Developers Capcom have finally given us a sequel to Dragon’s Dogma. The new single-player action RPG wants to challenge players to create their own unique experiences. From the appearance of your Arisen, vocation, choice of party members, approaching situations, and more. Begin your adventure in an immersive fantasy world when Dragon’s Dogma 2 releases on March 22nd for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Set forth on your grand adventure, Arisen!
What We Know About Dragon’s Dogma 2
In Dragon’s Dogma 2, play as an Arisen, on an epic quest to reclaim their stolen heart from the Dragon. The sequel is set in a parallel world that mirrors the world setting of the original Dragon’s Dogma. Explore the nation of Vermund, a human kingdom where a power struggle is underway for the throne. Travel through the rugged canyon nation of Battahl home of the cat-like Beastren who are led by the priestess Nadinia. You’ll find yourself caught between these two nations throughout the story, exploring their differing cultures and philosophies. Dragon’s Dogma 2 boasts a huge cast of NPC’s to interact with via quests and just exploring the world. Make wonderful relationships with NPCs from dialogue and choices made. Additionally, NPCs will react to how you interact with other NPCs, creating interesting situations.
The combat in Dragon’s Dogma 2 is dependent on what vocation (class) you choose. Whether you’re a Fighter wielding a sword and shield, a Thief armed with many daggers, an Archer who is effective at long range, or a Mage who can cast attack, support, and healing spells. Other vocations can be picked or swapped out as you progress through the game like using illusions as The Trickster. Pawns return from the original game, updated and still an interesting take on companions in fantasy games. You’ll be able to travel with up to three AI-controlled companions. One being your customised pawn and others from other player’s games. The open world is set in a high fantasy world inspired by classical painting and medieval art. Explore a map four times the size of the original Dragon’s Dogma, filled with numerous activities and encounters.
South Park: Snow Day
Finally, we reach our last pick for March and it’s from the creators of South Park. South Park Studios has teamed up with developers Question (creators of The Blackout Club) for South Park: Snow Day. Ditching the RPG turn-based gameplay for 3D action multiplayer mayhem. Return to South Park as the New Kid to celebrate the most magical day in a young child’s life, a snow day. South Park: Snow Day releases March 26th for PC, PS5, Switch, and Xbox Series X/S.
The next exciting chapter for the New kid begins…with friends?
What We Know About South Park: Snow Day
A new day is dawning in the town of South Park, you return as the New Kid though this time things are looking more three-dimensional. The town has been swept into chaos thanks to a massive blizzard and all the other kids have been swept into icey warfare. Join Cartman, Stan, Kyle, and Kenny in a battle to save the town. Battle through snow-covered South Park against numerous warring factions in an all-new story where you make the rules. Expect hilarious and outrageous humour that’s made South Park a pop culture icon.
The gameplay changes up from the previous releases South Park: Stick of Truth and South Park: Fractured But Whole. This time around it’s a third-person cooperative adventure game. You’re able to team up with three friends or AI companions to unleash formidable coordinated attacks on enemies. Equip and upgrade unique melee and ranged weapons, and perform special abilities to bring hordes of enemies and bosses to their knees. Customise your very own New Kid with a wide range of iconic cosmetics from the show like Cheesy Poof T-shirts and the fabled chin balls.
Have any other games you’ve got your eye on during March? Let us know in the comments below!
