It's been quiet in recent weeks in the realm of exclusive titles for major platforms, but this week Nintendo and Xbox go head-to-head with Senua's Saga: Hellblade II and Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, two very different experiences. One offers cutting-edge cinematic adventures, while the other is primarily a paper-cutting game.
This week also sees the release of the long-awaited console version of System Shock, along with potential indies such as Paper Trail, RKGK, Duck Detective: The Secret Salami, and World of Goo 2.
Here are some of the more exciting items coming this week.
Games released this week (May 20th edition)
Senua's Saga: Hellblade II
release date: May 21st
platform: Xbox Series X|S, PC
A sequel to the award-winning Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice, Senua returns to the grueling journey of survival through the mythology and suffering of Viking Iceland. Dive deep into the next chapter of Senua's story and experience an elaborate experience told through cinematic immersion, beautifully realized visuals, and encapsulated sound.
Paper Mario Thousand Year Door
release date: May 23rd
platform: switch
It's Mario, and he's…erm, paper?! Travel through the world of picture books made of paper and go in search of legendary treasures! Team up with a colorful cast of engaging characters, battle shadowy enemies in epic scraps, and harness the power of paper to find surprises in every fold.
X Defiant
release date: May 21st
platform: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
XDefiant is a free-to-play, first-person online arena shooter game where you compete in fast-paced conflicts. Cross-play will be available at launch, allowing you to play with friends on different platforms. Every three months, a new season arrives with new factions, new characters, new maps, new weapons, new cosmetics, and events. As a live game, XDefiant continues to provide an exhilarating experience throughout the season with a variety of fresh and fun content.
System Shock Remastered (console release)
release date: May 21st
platform: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
System Shock is an authentic remake of the groundbreaking 1994 original, featuring cult gameplay and all-new HD visuals, updated controls, a completely overhauled interface, and all-new sounds and music. is combined. There's also the original voice actor for SHODAN, his one of gaming's most iconic villains. Witness the return of one of the greatest and most influential games ever created. A first-person battle to the death in deep space!
Duck Detective Secret Salami
release date: May 23
platform: switch, PC
Duck Detective: The Secret Salami follows Eugene McAchlin, the Duck Detective himself, as he tries to crack the case with the help of the best duck exterminators. Examine suspects, interview them to uncover hidden secrets, and use the information you collect to identify them and crack the case once and for all.
world of goo 2
release date: May 23rd
platform: switch, computer
Use living liquid creatures to build bridges, grow towers, shape terrain, and fuel flying machines. The world is beautiful, dangerous, and evolving.
paper trail
release date: May 21st
platform: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, PC
Paper Trail is a top-down puzzle adventure about leaving the house set in a world of foldable paper. You play as Paige, a budding scholar who leaves home for the first time to pursue her studies. Along your journey, you will learn how to fold the world, solving puzzles, exploring new areas, and combining two sides to uncover long-lost secrets.
Synergy (early access now available)
release date: May 21st (22nd AEST)
platform: computer
Synergy is a city-building game where humanity must survive in a strange and hostile world. Build a city while respecting the ecosystem. Explore and analyze your environment. Respond to the needs of the people.
RKGK
release date: May 22nd (23rd AEST)
platform: computer
Be noticed, be amazed, be smart. In this single-player 3D platform game, only you can defeat Mr. His Buff and his minions to bring color and life back to the inhabitants of Cap His City. Join Vala and her RKGK crew on a journey to defeat the oppressive B Corporation. RGKG's gameplay focuses on being fun, fast, colorful, and fluid as you travel around the city defeating Mr. Buff, his CEO of B Corporation, and his henchmen.
Haunty
release date: May 23
platform: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, PC
Begin a journey like no other with Hauntii, the hauntingly beautiful adventure game from Moonloop Games and Firestoke. Discover the secrets of the afterlife as you navigate through enchanting landscapes, uncover hidden mysteries, and shape your own destiny. Mark your calendars and get ready to immerse yourself in eternity.
galactic care
release date: May 23rd
platform: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
Build, manage, and optimize your intergalactic hospital! Pay to recruit staff to satisfy the whims of various alien species and treat their strange illnesses! Save the galaxy (literally) in story mode Or go into the sandbox and design your dream hospital.
Crown Wars: Black Prince
release date: May 23rd
platform: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
The Crown War intensifies. Knights and bandits infest the land, sowing destruction. From your castle stronghold, rise up as a lord leading the fight against the forces of evil in this turn-based tactics and strategy game.
Adventure to the villain
release date: May 22nd (23rd AEST)
platform: computer
Dive into the strange town of Rainybrook, which has been taken over by Vile, in this 2.5D Metroidvania! Battle through treacherous terrain, defeat tough bosses and absorb their power! Save the town and save the missing… Will you find Ella's friend, or will you succumb to the monster you've become?
storm waves
release date: May 22nd
platform: PC, mobile
Wuthering Waves is an open-world action RPG with a lot of freedom and a rich story. As Rover, you awaken from your slumber and join a vibrant crew of Resonators on a journey to recover your lost memories and overcome Lament.
Card RPG: Mist Battlefield
release date: May 23rd
platform: PS5, Switch, PC
The game combines roguelike-style deck building and SRPG to create an entirely new experience. Follow Well as he leads the Clausewitz Battalion into battle against Fahakhtania and Helmut's Brigade. Collect 100 cards to build the strongest deck and fight against enemies on a fog-shrouded map.
Glass Stairs (console launch)
release date: May 24th
platform: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch
A terrifying homage to PS2 survival horror and Italian zombie movies. Uncover the mansion's horrifying secrets as your friends disappear one by one.
Yolk Heroes: A Long Tamago (PC Launcher)
release date: May 20th (21st AEST)
platform: computer
Someone must protect this realm…is it you? Become a guardian spirit and raise your own hero to stand against the Dark Lord.
