If you’ve already completed God of War: Ragnarok and killed all your characters in The Devil In Me, December’s gaming releases are great. Maybe you’re in the mood for a survivor horror in The Callisto Protocol or the cinematic Wavetale?
The Callisto Protocol / December 2
(PC, PS5, Xbox Series X, PS4, Xbox One)
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In this survivor horror game, you play as Jacob Lee, an wrongfully incarcerated man who awakens to find the prison he is in overrun by its inmates who are affected by a mysterious disease. It’s from the same guy who brought us Dead Space and The Callisto Protocol certainly shares a lot of DNA with the horror hit.
Marvel’s Midnight Suns / December 2
(PC, PS5, Xbox Series X)
Credit: Firaxis Games
Customise your own superhero, The Hunter, while also taking control of Marvel’s most legendary heroes. A tactical role-playing game, Marvel’s Midnight Suns’ gameplay is turn-based, but the game also allows you to roam around and interact with other characters. Tapping into the darker side of Marvel, this is a game for those who want a bit more violence with their superheroes.
Hello Neighbour 2 / December 6
(PC, PS5, Xbox Series X, PS4, Xbox One)
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Hello Neighbour 2, a sequel to 2017’s Hello Neighbour, is a family friendly horror game, meaning you can get the kids involved too without them losing too much sleep. You play as Quentin, a journalist living in the town of Raven Brooks, who begins to suspect his shady neighbour Mr. Peterson has a very dark secret to hide. Don’t they always?
Choo-Choo Charles / December 9
(PC)
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Choo-Choo Charles is an open world survival horror game with a train simulation added for extra spice. In the game, you control an old train which you use to also fight – you guessed it! – Charles, the murderous, evil spider-train hybrid. Charles is a mean opponent so you’ll need your wits and a lot of firepower to defeat him in this terrifying game.
Wavetale / December 12
(PC, PS5, Xbox Series X, PS4, Xbox One, Switch)
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Wavetale is being described as “a story-driven action-adventure game introducing you to fed-up fishermen, secretive hermits—and maybe a pirate or two.” You play as Sigrid, a young girl who gains the ability to walk on water after befriending a mysterious shadow creature. It looks incredibly cinematic and colourful and hey, you also have a grumpy grandmother helping you on your journey through the oceans.
High on Life / December 13
(PC, Xbox Series X)
Credit: Squanch Games
If you love Rick & Morty and Solar Opposites, this is the game for you. From the co-creator of the beloved animated series comes a whole new gaming experience. You play as a character who must become the most feared bounty hunter in all the galaxy. Get ready to travel to new planets and defeat some goons in this comedic actioner.
