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Top 10 Most Anticipated Games Of 2020

2020 has lots of big games to look forward to.

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We’ve officially reached the end of 2019, with another 12 months of gaming history in the books. We already gave you an idea of what the best games of the year were, but now it’s time we look ahead to 2020. If things turn out the way they are currently planned to, then 2020 should go down as one of the best years ever for gaming. Here’s a list of our 10 most anticipated games set to release in 2020.

Final Fantasy 7 Remake (March 3rd, 2020)

Final Fantasy 7 Remake Cloud Battle

First up we have a remake, but this one isn’t just any remake: it’s a remake of the beloved Final Fantasy 7. Square Enix has been hard at work on this one for several years now, and we STILL don’t know how many parts this thing is going to release in. However, everything that has been shown so far looks excellent, and it looks like they’re taking their time to make sure that they release something that won’t tarnish the massive legacy of the original game. Whatever the case may be, we’ll be there day one to team back up with Cloud and friends.

Nioh 2 (March 13th, 2020)

Nioh 2 character creation PS4

The Dark Souls series sadly came to an end in 2017, but thankfully there have been quite a few other series that have popped up to carry the torch. The best of all of these is easily Team Ninja’s Nioh, which launched in 2017 and offered similar combat that was very difficult and rewarding while adding its own twists to the formula. Now Nioh 2 is set to launch 3 years later, though this is actually going to be a prequel to that game and will have a character creation system rather than a pre-set protagonist.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons (March 20th, 2020)

Animal Crossing Switch release date

It’s hard to believe how many years it has been since a main installment in the Animal Crossing series has released, with the Wii U only getting spin-offs. The wait is nearly over, however, as Animal Crossing: New Horizons is coming to Switch in March 2020. This one is looking to up the ante in every conceivable way possible for the series, which will hopefully make this the best game in the series yet. Having the added perk of being able to play it at home or on the go is just icing on the cake.

DOOM Eternal (March 20th, 2020)

DOOM Eternal Battlemode

When it comes to pure FPS action, no game in recent memory has done it better than DOOM 2016. Developer id Software delivered one of the most adrenaline-fueled FPS campaigns of all-time, with just about every second of the game being exhilarating. While the multiplayer component wasn’t much to write home about, the developer is looking to remedy that in the sequel while offering yet another action-packed campaign. If it can deliver on both fronts then it will easily be a game of the year contender.

Half-Life: Alyx (March 2020)

Half-Life Alyx

After years of silence from Valve regarding the Half-Life series, they finally announced another game in the series late this year for release in 2020. Half-Life: Alyx takes place before the events of Half-Life 2 and stars Gordon Freeman’s ally Alyx, who is fighting the alien empire that has conquered Earth called the Combine. Despite seeming like it would be a spin-off, designer David Speyrer has said that the game is the next part of the Half-Life story and is around the same length as Half-Life 2. It may not quite be the Half-Life 3 fans have been waiting many years for, but it at least puts the series back on the map after over a decade of silence.

Resident Evil 3 (April 3rd, 2020)

Resident Evil 3 REMAKE

The Resident Evil 2 remake was fantastic, launching at the very beginning of this year and delivering on the hype in spades. Capcom did an incredible job of improving upon the original game while retaining the feel of it, and the results were one of the finest survival horror games ever. Now they are looking to capitalize on that success with the release of Resident Evil 3, which is set in the same location and takes place (mostly) at the same time as 2. However, this time players will be stalked by an even more deadly predator named Nemesis, who is tasked with taking out the last remaining members of S.T.A.R.S. Considering that Capcom made the deadly Mr. X more like Nemesis in the Resident Evil 2 remake, we’re already sweating thinking about how they are going to “improve” Nemesis for this remake.

Cyberpunk 2077 (April 16th, 2020)

Cyberpunk 2077 release date

Developer CD Projekt RED has an incredibly tough task in front of them, as they need to release a follow-up game to the phenomenal The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. While obviously not a sequel to that game, Cyberpunk 2077 will nevertheless be held to the highest of standards considering how good Wild Hunt was. Things are being switched up this time for a sci-fi RPG whose world is the polar opposite of the medieval world of The Witcher, though it will be just as rich and engaging. While the world won’t be quite as large as Wild Hunt’s, the developer said that it will be more dense and packed with more meaningful content. It will be very interesting to see if they can deliver when the game launches in April.

The Last of Us: Part 2 (May 29th, 2020)

The Last of Us Part 2 Ellie

The Last of Us is one of the most beloved games of the last console generation, which makes it seem crazy that a sequel STILL hasn’t been released for this console generation. Even though we’re on the verge of the next console generation, The Last of Us: Part 2 is set to launch and be one of the biggest send-offs for PS4 prior to the PS5 launch. While it remains to be seen if it can match the expectations following years of anticipation, the footage shown so far has been very promising and looks to deliver more of what everyone loved about the first game.

Dying Light 2 (Spring 2020)

Dying Light 2 gameplay

Techland’s Dying Light was a surprising hit when it released in 2015, as it ended up being what many felt the underwhelming Dead Island should have been. Intense first-person zombie action mixed with a fast-paced parkour system made traversal through the game’s deadly world tons of fun, and outright horrifying at nighttime when zombies became even more deadly. Dying Light 2 is set to expand upon the foundation put down by the first game, and we can’t wait to hop along rooftops while drop kicking zombies all over again.

Halo Infinite (November 2020)

Halo Infinite

The Halo series has been on the decline for several years now, with many feeling that 343 Industries have done a poor job since taking it over from Bungie. Halo 5 is considered by many to be the worst game in the series, and the response to that game has now lead to the longest gap between games ever. However, the developer is looking to get things back on track with Halo Infinite, taking extra time to make the series the juggernaut it once was. It’s even going to be a launch title for Xbox Series X, making it an incredibly important game for the next phase of Xbox.

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Documentary Explores the Making of the Highly Praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for PS5

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Square Enix has launched a captivating documentary series that explores the intricate process behind the creation of the highly praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. In the first episode, titled “Shaping the World,” the developer delves into the process of reimagining the expansive PS1 map of the original game into a vast sandbox for the PS5. The film includes personal stories shared by directors Naoki Hamaguchi and Tetsuya Nomura, as well as other important members of the team.

This reimagining of the all-time PlayStation classic was truly enjoyable. In our review, we praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for its ability to enhance the already impressive combat system of Remake. The game truly shines in its portrayal of an iconic RPG setting. If you have a deep appreciation for the original PS1 game and found enjoyment in Remake, then Rebirth’s character-focused adventure will surely captivate you from start to finish.

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Gran Turismo 7 for the PS5 and PS4 shows continuous improvement

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While Sony may not classify Gran Turismo 7 as a live-service game, the team at Polyphony Digital certainly approaches it with a similar mindset. The game continues to impress with every new update, and although v1.44 may be smaller compared to previous versions, it still manages to enhance the already extensive content of this simulation racer.

The update, now available worldwide, introduces three new cars: the Audi R8 Coupé V10 Plus ’16, the Lamborghini Urus ’18, and the Toyota GT-One (TS020) ’99. Furthermore, it introduces three fresh events to World Circuits, an extra menu to conquer in the GT Café single-player campaign, and a collection of livery stickers inspired by the upcoming Highspeed Étoile anime, set to debut next week in Japan.

If you’re not already acquainted with Highspeed Étoile, you can watch a trailer right here. “Sony has announced that a collection of 26 stickers, consisting of 8 title logos and 18 main character stickers, will be made available for a limited time,” stated Sony on the PS Blog. In addition, Fukushima will be included as a backdrop in the title’s beloved photography mode.

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TopSpin 2K25 appears to be a standout title in the recent PS5 and PS4 gameplay showcase

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This author has consistently praised the realistic portrayal of tennis in TopSpin 4. After more than a decade, we are thrilled to witness the release of TopSpin 2K25, which expands upon the success of its renowned predecessor. This gameplay video provides a comprehensive overview of the features discussed in our recent preview while also incorporating relevant footage to enhance understanding.

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The game ensures that every player has a distinct set of animations, adding a touch of individuality to each competitor. The courts, found in all Grand Slams, possess a remarkable amount of individuality and charm. It is mentioned in the video that with each in-game season, players can expect a plethora of additional content, such as animation packs. This indicates that there will be plenty to anticipate even after the game’s initial release.

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