The Summer Game Fest 2024, a major event in the gaming calendar, has brought exciting news and announcements from various developers and publishers. Hosted by Geoff Keighley, the event kicked off on June 7 with a two-hour showcase at the YouTube Theater in Los Angeles, which was streamed live for global audiences.
Major Announcements and Reveals
The event featured a plethora of new game trailers and first looks at some highly anticipated titles. Notable mentions include exclusive previews and updates for games like “Phantom Blade Zero,” “Honkai: Star Rail,” and “Among Us” developers’ new projects.
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Day of the Devs
Following the main showcase, the Day of the Devs: Summer Game Fest Edition highlighted over a dozen games from diverse developers, focusing on unique and innovative indie titles.
Devolver Direct
Devolver Digital’s showcase was as quirky and unconventional as ever, celebrating “Volvy’s 15th birthday” with a series of new game announcements and updates.
Key Showcases Over the Weekend
Future of Play Direct
Hosted by v-tuber Melios the Android, this event featured bold new announcements and updates from developers like Trinket Studios and Studio Pixel Punk.
Wholesome Direct 2024
Focused on emotionally resonant and uplifting indie games, Wholesome Direct showcased over 70 titles from developers worldwide, including updates on “Usagi Shima” and “Minami Lane”.
Latin American Games Showcase
Highlighting over 70 games from Latin America, this showcase featured world premieres and exclusive announcements.
Women-Led Games Summer Game Fest Edition
This showcase celebrated games from women-led studios, featuring deep dives and launch date announcements alongside a special Steam sale.
Future Games Show
Hosted by Roger Clark and Britt Baron, this showcase revealed over 40 upcoming games, including new titles and major updates from various studios.
Special Highlights
Xbox Games Showcase
Scheduled for June 9, this event will feature games from Xbox Game Studios, Activision, Blizzard, and Bethesda, with expected updates on titles like “Fable 4” and “The Elder Scrolls 6.” It will be followed by a dedicated “Call of Duty: Black Ops 6” Direct.
PC Gaming Show
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the PC Gaming Show will continue the festivities on June 9 with a series of major announcements and game reveals.
Summer Game Fest 2024 has once again proven to be a significant platform for major game announcements and industry updates, keeping fans and gamers around the world eagerly anticipating the latest in gaming innovations.
