Showcases, showcases everywhere, and..not a drop to drink(?). Poorly attempted word play aside, the new has been coming thick and fast with the Guerilla Collective, Summer Game Fest, Wholesome Direct all happening so far. Not to mention today’s upcoming Xbox Games Showcase and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Direct.
Now, we take to Devolver who hosted their Devolver Direct 2024 Showcase straight after the Day of the Devs Summer Game Fest Edition showcase. Thankfully (for me at least), it was a shorter affair, so let’s look at what was announced.
Cult of the Lamb: Unholy Alliance (Nintendo Switch, PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series)
Unholy Alliance is the latest free update for Cult of the Lamb, introducing a new playable character: the Goat! Summoned by blood and born in corruption, this wicked new ally can join the holy Lamb in local co-op.
Experience the Cult of the Lamb campaign in local co-op, with one player inhabiting the role of the Lamb and the other taking on the mantle of the Goat. Enjoy new 2-player twists on existing minigames like fishing and knucklebones, and choose from a selection of corrupted weapons, tarot cards, curses, and relics as you embark on co-op crusades.
The Lamb and the Goat can swap weapons, deal extra damage when fighting back-to-back, or deal a critical hit if their attacks are in sync. Solo players also get a heap of new powers and abilities to play with. As well as the addition of co-op play, the Unholy Alliance expansion also adds new tarot cards, relics, buildings, fleeces, follower traits, follower quests, and other secrets to discover!
The new update will arrive on 12 August.
The Crush House (PC)
Playing as new hire Jae, take your camera into the show’s iconic Malibu mansion and keep viewers glued to their screens by filming all the drama, romance, and tension that erupts. But fail to keep your audience entertained and you may suffer a fate worse than death: cancellation.
It releases on 9 August and a playable demo is available now.
Tenjutsu (PC)
Play as a renegade yakuza hellbent on defying her former associates and loosening their grip on the Secret Garden City. This fast and fluid rogue-jutsu is the latest game from Sébastien Benard, designer of the acclaimed Dead Cells. Four powerful crime syndicates control the city, ruling with an iron fist.
To defeat them, you must master a brutal brawling system and build a diverse arsenal of weapons, upgrades, and martial arts techniques, breaking their hold on the streets in a flurry of violence. The city is reborn as these sinister organizations fall to your fists, tackled in any order you wish. The ruined streets become vibrant and full of life, and you can spend gathered resources in shops and restaurants to help you on your quest.
Shape the city to fit your play style, unlocking new weapons, combat moves, and new areas. Just don’t take too long: the longer you spend preparing, the stronger your enemies will become.
No release date was announced, but it looks awesome! Hope to see a console release in the future.
The Talos Principle 2: Road to Elysium (PC, PS5, Xbox Series)
This three-part DLC will reunite you with characters and put your puzzle-solving skills to the test through a series of thought-provoking new stories.
Following the events of The Talos Principle 2, Road to Elysium continues the evolution of the robot world, providing you with a new perspective on some of the key moments from 1K’s journey, and challenging you with puzzles built around both new and pre-existing mechanics.
The paid DLC will be released on 14 June.
Anger Foot (PC)
In Anger Foot, crash through the caffeine-fueled fever dream of Sh*t City, putting the boot to a menacing menagerie of merciless gangsters. Unleash the world’s deadliest feet on a colorful cast of anthropomorphic enemies, clearing out slums, sewers, and skyscrapers as you grab new weapons, unlock new sneakers, and upgrade your powers in absurd and wonderful ways. Kick and shoot your way to the exit as you leave behind a smoldering trail of shattered doors, broken bones, and crumpled energy drinks.
Anger Foot releases on 11 July 2024.
Possessor(s) (PC)
Escape a sprawling, flooded city overrun with surreal interdimensional horror in this fast-paced action side scroller from Heart Machine and Devolver Digital.
Possessor(s) is a fast-paced action side scroller with combat inspired by platform fighters, a story told through dangerous characters, set in a deep interconnected world ready for exploration.
Possessor(s) is due to release in 2025.
What I love about Devolver is that they have such a range of wild ,and different-looking games. What did you think of the above take your fancy?
Now if you excuse me, I need to go shake off the the weird narrative that was going on in between the trailers. Happy 15th birthday Volvy (please don’t come to my house).
