Gamers have plenty to look forward to this year with a diverse range of exciting video game releases coming up. Among the 10 most anticipated video games of 2021 are Resident Evil Village, Horizon Forbidden West, Returnal, Halo Infinite, and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, all promising unforgettable immersive experiences in their respective genres. Other highly-anticipated games include Hogwarts Legacy, an open-world RPG set in 1800s Hogwarts, and Gotham Knights, an action-adventure game set in the Batman universe. Other games on the list include God of War: Ragnarok, Mass Effect Legendary Edition, and Elden Ring, each with their unique style and story.
The 10 Most Anticipated Video Games of 2021
2021 is going to be a great year for gamers with a diverse range of exciting releases coming up. From epic sagas to new beginnings, here are the 10 most anticipated video games of 2021 that will keep you at the edge of your seat:
1. Resident Evil Village
The eighth installment of the Resident Evil franchise, Resident Evil Village, is expected in May 2021. The game takes place a few years after RE7 and follows the story of Ethan Winters as he seeks answers and survival after an attack in his village. Resident Evil Village will be a first-person horror adventure game with all the elements Resident Evil fans have come to know and love.
2. Horizon Forbidden West
The Horizon Zero Dawn sequel Horizon Forbidden West is one of the most anticipated games of 2021. In this game, you play as the skilled hunter and archer Aloy, as she travels west to a beautiful new land filled with perilous machines and dazzling landscapes. In this new game, you can look forward to new story-driven quests, unique battles, and new machines to fight.
3. Returnal
Developed by Housemarque, Returnal is a new PS5 exclusive game that takes place on an alien planet, where every death is a second chance. The game follows the journey of a space pilot as she tries to uncover the secrets of the planet and its inhabitants. The game is a third-person shooter that takes advantage of the PS5’s hardware capabilities to deliver an unparalleled immersive experience.
4. Halo Infinite
The Halo franchise is back with the newest game, Halo Infinite. The game picks up the story after the events of Halo 5, where Master Chief is lost in space and needs to find his way back home. The game promises a return to the series roots with a focus on Master Chief and a story-driven gameplay. Expect more exciting sci-fi battles, new enemies, and unique weapons.
5. Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart
The beloved videogame duo returns to the PlayStation world with Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart. The game takes place after the events of Ratchet & Clank: Into the Nexus, where Ratchet and Clank find themselves in a multiverse adventure. With the help of a new ally, they embark on a search for their missing comrades and uncover a sinister plot that threatens the universe. The game will feature an array of new planets, weapons, and abilities.
6. Hogwarts Legacy
Hogwarts Legacy is an open-world RPG game that takes place in 1800s Hogwarts. The game allows players to create their character and experience life as a student in the wizarding world. The game will have branching storylines and player choices that will affect the world and the gameplay. Even though the world has been kept under wraps, the developers have shared that they have been working on creating a unique experience for Harry Potter and RPG fans.
7. Gotham Knights
Gotham Knights is an action-adventure game set in the Batman universe. The game takes place in a post-Batman world where Gotham is overrun by villains. Batman is no more, and it is up to his disciples, Nightwing, Robin, Batgirl, and Red Hood, to team up and save the city. The game focuses on co-op gameplay and lets players select their character and playstyle. The game will also feature an open-world where players can explore and fight crime.
8. God of War: Ragnarok
The much-awaited sequel to the 2018 game, God of War: Ragnarok is expected to be released in 2021. The game continues the story of Kratos and his son Atreus as they travel to the world of the Norse gods. The game promises to be another epic adventure with more exciting battles and a deeper storyline. The game will be developed exclusively for the PlayStation 5 console.
9. Mass Effect Legendary Edition
The Mass Effect Legendary Edition is a remastered version of the iconic game series. The game includes all three games, their DLCs, and updated graphics and gameplay mechanics. The remastered version will also feature improved technical quality and better controls, making it a must-play for any Mass Effect fan.
10. Elden Ring
FromSoftware is back with the highly anticipated game, Elden Ring. The game is a collaboration between the famous video game creator Hidetaka Miyazaki and the popular fantasy author George R.R. Martin. The game takes place in an open-world with an epic story that is set in a new world created by Martin. Elden Ring is expected to be a challenging action RPG game that combines the best elements of Dark Souls and Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice.
Ready to Play?
2021 is going to be a great year for video games with a variety of titles for every gamer. Whether you love horror, action-adventure, RPGs, or open-world games, there’s something for everyone. Get your fingers ready for some serious gaming, and let’s see what these new games have in store for us.