As the year winds down and the chill of December settles in, gamers are in for a treat. While the reference material leans heavily into the gaming world, specifically PlayStation's offerings for the month, it paints a pretty exciting picture of what's to come. It’s not quite the traditional DVD release list we might expect for December, but it’s certainly a peek into new digital experiences that are arriving.
For those plugged into the PlayStation ecosystem, December promises a robust lineup. Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is set to take simulation to new heights, allowing players to explore the world with an extensive fleet and pursue an aviation career, from medevac missions to becoming an airline pilot. It sounds like a truly immersive experience for aviation enthusiasts.
Then there's the newest entry in the Octopath Traveler series. This one invites players to start from zero and embark on a story of restoration and retribution across the realm of Orsterra. What’s particularly intriguing are the brand-new features like character creation and town building, giving players a chance to truly shape their own adventure and their hometown.
For those who enjoy a bit of a darker, more action-packed experience, 'let it die inferno' sounds like a wild ride. You play as an immortal adventurer, a raider who can die and return, racing down a path of carnage. It’s a death-defying dive into hell, where severing ties with the past is key to becoming immortal.
And if rhythm games are your jam, 'unbeatable' is described as an anime-juiced rhythm adventure where you literally destroy on stage. The gameplay is deceptively simple with just two buttons, but mastering it is the real challenge. You’ll need to try not to get destroyed yourself!
'Skate Story' offers a unique premise: you’re a demon made of glass and pain in the underworld, tasked by the devil with a seemingly impossible quest – skate to the moon and swallow it to be freed. It’s a journey through ash and smoke, requiring mastery of weight and motion on a skateboard.
Beyond these featured titles, PlayStation Plus subscribers can look forward to a refreshed selection of games each month, and December is no exception. Titles like 'Lego Horizon Adventures,' 'Killing Floor 3,' 'The Outlast Trials,' 'Synduality Echo of Ada,' 'Neon White,' and 'Lego Horizon Adventures' are all mentioned as part of this growing library. These span various genres, from action-horror and co-op battles to PVE extraction shooters and demon extermination.
While this isn't a list of physical DVD releases, it’s a clear indicator of the exciting new content arriving in December, particularly for gamers. It’s a month packed with diverse digital experiences, from realistic simulations and epic RPGs to intense action and unique indie adventures. It’s a good reminder that entertainment comes in many forms, and this December, much of it is digital.