Lo, in this season of solstice, a new era dawns upon us. E3, that once mighty colossus of gaming revelry, hath breathed its last. Behold, a void beckons to be filled as game makers clamor to unveil their wares on lofty stages. Yet, ’tis a bittersweet truth for those who yearn for the days of E3. The light? Summer Game Fest shineth forth to fill yon vacancy, blandishing myriad streams in its cosmic orbit. Alas, to keep abreast of it all is a Herculean labor indeed.
In the bygone months, spectacles from Sony, Xbox, Nintendo, Ubisoft, and other myriad game artisans hath graced our digital halls. To ease thy burden, we hath gathered them here in a single tapestry. This chronicle shalt grow in richness over the forthcoming summer, adding the VODs of each spectacle as they unfurl. Attend, therefore, unto this tome, from this hour till September, lest ye miss a solitary show.
State of Play: May 30
At the dawn of summer, Sony’s State of Play unfurled its banner on May 30 at the third hour past noontide, in the Pacific domain. This parley delved into 14 games destined for the realms of PlayStation 5 and PlayStation VR2 in this year and the beyond. Among them, Concord and Astro Bot didst emerge from the mists of announcement.
Behold our recap of PlayStation State of Play
Silent Hill Transmission: May 30
Following Sony’s summons, a Silent Hill Transmission uncoiled its dread on the selfsame day. This enigmatic discourse by Konami didst cast its gaze upon the realm of horror, unveiling Return to Silent Hill, a fresh film born of the video game tapestry, and the anticipated rebirth of Silent Hill 2.
OTK Games Expo: June 4
One True King, or OTK, a guild of influencers, hoisted the OTK Games Expo’s standard for the third time on June 4. This revelry, as foretold, boasted “30+ video games, studios, and genres.” ‘Twas here that BrokenLore: Unfollow, Rogue Labyrinth, and Freaked Fleapit danced upon the stage.
IGN Live: June 7-9
Whilst the grand Summer Game Fest hath held the gaze of the gaming realm, the scribes at IGN didst embark upon a disparate course. The three-day festival, IGN Live, unfolded from June 7 to 9, featuring physical soirees for the faithful and digital streams for the fainthearted. Within, an array of wonders abounded, including a rebirth of the cult classic The Thing.
Access-Ability Summer Showcase 2024: June 7
At the dawning of June 7, the Access-Ability Summer Showcase unfurled its banner at the eighth hour past meridian. This is a revel dedicated to celebrating games with ethereal accessibility and crafted by artisans of diverse talents. Guided by Laura Kate Dale, this gala presented creations from Playtonic, Fiction Factory Games, and Whitethorn Games.
Summer Game Fest: June 7
The zenith of this summer’s revels unfolded at the inauguration of the Summer Game Fest on June 7. This gala, the heir of E3, unveiled novelties and proclamations regarding manifold games en route to grace us this year and thereafter. As the curtain rose, Keighley shone his light upon indie jewels like Killer Bean, yet not shying from grand tidings, ye beheld unveilings for Civilization VII and Lego Horizon Adventures.
Peek into our Summer Game Fest recap
Day of the Devs: June 7
In the wake of the Summer Game Fest, Keighley’s envoys ushered in the Day of the Devs showcase. This realm, replete with indie gems, hath oft been the jewel of summer’s vault. ‘Twas here that Animal Well and a cavalcade of other novelties like Fear the Spotlight, UFO 50, and Building Relationships didst grace the stage.
Delve into our complete Day of the Devs recap
Devolver Direct: June 7
Indie patron Devolver Digital, upon the dawn of June 7, unfurled its standard once more. On this, the fifteenth year of their reign, the Devolver Direct manifested as a gala celebrating the birthday of Volvy, that eerie emissary of the company. ‘Twas not without revelations, for within were tidings of the first DLC for The Talos Principle 2 and a new epic from the hallowed halls of Hyper Light Drifter studio, Heart Machine.
Future of Play Direct: June 8
At the eighth hour past meridian on June 8, GLITCH held forth the Future of Play Direct, a spectacle styled after the great Toonami, overseen by the VTuber Melios. Herein, a host of new indie trailers held sway, beckoning forth adventure in Dungeon Crawler, Timberborn, Psyschroma, Zodiac XXL, and Airborne Empire. Yon event also bared creations from Trinket Studios, Texel Raptor, Mighty Yell, and Studio Pixel Punk.
Wholesome Direct: June 8
Should ye pine for games of tranquility, then the Wholesome Direct bears thy desires on June 8. This feast of games didst showcase over 70 treasures, including revelations of Usagi Shima and Minami Lane, along with secrets of serenity that may have eluded thee.
Plunge into our Wholesome Direct recap
Latin American Games Showcase: June 8
As the sun climbed to the tenth hour past meridian on June 8, a grand Latin American Games Showcase graced the digital stage. Herein, over 70 games from the crafters of Latin America took form. Promises of exclusive unveilings and premieres danced upon the air, buoyed by the banners of indie princes like Raw Fury and Devolver Digital.
Women-Led Games: June 8
Upon June 8, a summer game festivity of a special kind graced the aether. The Women-Led Games showcase, as its name foretold, focused on games wrought by fair hands and helmed by women. This marvel unfolded at the eleventh and a half hour past meridian on June 8.
Future Games Show Summer Showcase: June 8
The Future Games Show, unveiled at the noon hour on June 8, beckoned with a pandora’s box of delights. An enigmatic realm of games future and past, for here Blue Prince and Dragon’s Dogma 2 didst find a sacred space. ‘Twas a tale woven across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC, where over 40 games like Antonblast and Bodycam cast their shadows.
Xbox Games Showcase + Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Direct: June 9
In the wake of a turbulent passage and closures of Bethesda nodes, Xbox sought to regather the sundered hearts of players this summer. The grand Xbox Games Showcase unfolded in splendor, revealing secrets of Avowed and Perfect Dark. Yet, the true marvels awaited those who lingered, for a deep dive into Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 didst follow in its wake.
Venture into our grand Xbox Games Showcase recap
PC Gaming Show: June 9
For those denizens of the realm who favor the companionship of PCs, the PC Gaming Show beckoned on June 9. ‘Twas a revelry marking a decade of mirth and gaming, unveiling manifold delights like Stormgate, Windblown, and Fallen Aces, among others.
Ubisoft Forward: June 10
Whilst many basked in the light of the Summer Game Fest, Ubisoft forged its own path. The Ubisoft Forward stream, unfurled on June 10, held revelations of Star Wars Outlaws and Assassin’s Creed Shadows. Nay, surprises were sparse, save for tidings that the oft-delayed remake of Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time now found respite in the year 2026.
Yacht Club Games Presents: A Decade of Shovel Knight: June 14
The beloved tome of yore, Shovel Knight, marked its tenth passage around the sun this year. To herald this occasion, the craftsfolk of Yacht Club Games hosted a revel, promising a year-long festival of novelties. ‘Twas on this day that whispers of a new Shovel Knight in three dimensions didst echo through the halls.
Nintendo Direct: June 18
With a flourish, Nintendo arrived fashionably tardy to the grand summer fete, unfurling their Nintendo Direct on June 18. In this forty-minute conclave, revelations awaited, including a new Zelda quest starring Zelda herself, Mario & Luigi: Brothership, Mario Party Jamboree, and the first glimpses of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, now destined for 2025.
Embark upon our grand Nintendo Direct recap
LRG3: June 20
Limited Run Games, purveyor of classic treasures, didst host its own spectacle on June 20. Revelations abounded for lovers of lore antique, with promises of revivals for Gex, Bubsy, Tomba, and more legendary franchises. If thou art a devotee of elder scrolls, then this is a spectacle not to be missed.
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UploadVR Summer Showcase: June 26
In the summer’s warmth, the realm of VR found a vaunted stage on June 26. ‘Twas here that glimmers of Metal Hellsinger VR and Mobile Suit Gundam: Silver Phantom didst dance upon the shimmering mist of virtuality. Amidst the hum of cosmic drums, the gamers beheld marvels both known and new.
THQ Nordic Showcase: August 2
Whilst many penned their sagas in June, THQ Nordic once more beckons in August with its own grand narrative. On August 2, the hour of noon, this venerable publisher shall unveil its creations to the world. Titan Quest 2 and the reincarnation of Gothic shalt grace their eldritch stage, heralding a myriad more secrets yet untold.
VR Games Showcase: August 15
Upon August 15, the weavers of virtual realms didst convene for the VR Games Showcase extravaganza. Herein, the Meta Quest 3, PlayStation VR2, and the ethereal PC VR didst find their gems unveiled for all to behold. Amongst these treasures, Hitman 3 VR: Reloaded from XR Games and IO Interactive didst cast its shadow wide, promising digital adventures unrestrained.
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2024: August 20
As tradition dictates, Geoff Keighley shall weave his grand tapestry once more ere Gamescom, with the Opening Night Live spectacle unfurling on August 20. ‘Tis a two-hour odyssey, whence the lights of Cologne, Germany, didst shine upon the games of tomorrow. Revelations mount, with Monster Hunter Wilds, Batman: Arkham