We're through the first week of June and full speed ahead to the “Summer of Gaming” showcase season, so naturally, a lot of big new releases are scheduled for the coming days and weeks.
Still, it's not all bad, with some highly anticipated releases on the way, including Destiny 2's massive The Final Shape expansion pack and my personal highlight from Blockbuster Inc. Take a good look at everything I've listed below (as always, not an exhaustive list, just what caught my eye the most) to see if there's anything that's not on your radar.
Games released this week (June 3rd edition)
Destiny 2: Final Form
release date: June 4th
platform: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC
The final form draws near. The Witness' twisted designs turn reality into a nightmarish petrification. Embark on a perilous journey to the heart of the Traveler, assemble the Vanguard, and end the war between Light and Darkness.
Star Wars: The Hunter
release date: June 4th
platform: Switch, Mobile
Join the best Hunters in the Star Wars™ galaxy on planet Vespara. High-risk battles await them in the Arena. Engage in thrilling third-person combat and dominate your opponents in a variety of adventurous battlefields inspired by the iconic Star Wars universe. Combine your team, customize your Hunters with skill and tactics, find a winning strategy, and claim the spoils of victory in an all-new free-to-play game.
Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Lord
release date: June 3
platform: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC
Venture into the Colovian West Weald and discover a region thrown into turmoil by the return of a forgotten prince in The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Road. Explore a world not seen since The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion as you investigate the emergence of an all-new Daedric Prince, Iselia, and craft unique abilities with the new Scribe system. The next chapter in The Elder Scrolls Online saga starts here!
Killer Klowns from Space: The Game
release date: June 4th
platform: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC
Plan your own alien invasion and harvest humans as the iconic Killer Clown, or assemble a team of survivors to escape the extraterrestrial threat of Crescent Cove!
Blockbuster Inc.
release date: June 6th (June 7th AEST)
platform: computer
Have you ever dreamed of making your own movies? Start your own film studio, discover up-and-coming stars, and produce cutting-edge movies and TV shows. Strive to stay one step ahead of your competition as you journey through the history of cinematography.
Smurfs: Village Party
release date: June 6
platform: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, PC
Join the Smurf Village party in this Smurf-filled party game and embark on an exciting journey using Adventure mode.
Assassin's Creed Mirage (iOS release)
release date: June 6
platform: Mobile (iOS)
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Assassin's Creed Mirage will be available on the App Store on June 6 for iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPad Air, and iPad Pro with M1 chip or later. Developed by Ubisoft Sofia, the ports deliver an intuitive, comfortable and engaging gaming experience with optimized touch controls and controller support, and will also feature cross-save and cross-ownership, allowing players to play freely between their iPhone and iPad.
Frog's Hideout “Frog's Hideout”
release date: June 8
platform: Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC
In this cozy farming sim from Humble Reeds, you'll help restore biodiversity to the wetlands as you collect, feed, and breed over 500 frog friends. Let's get started!
Downward reinforcement
release date: June 4th
platform: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC
In Downward, you will embark on humanity's final adventure to discover the cause of a cataclysmic event that has altered the face of the Earth. Using your parkour techniques and the mystical powers you've been granted, you will traverse the incredible and dangerous ruins of a past civilization in search of legendary relics that can help you control the deadly disaster that has befallen our world.
Rolling Hills: Make Sushi and Make Friends
release date: June 4th
platform: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC
Serve sushi as a robot chef in Rolling Hills, a life simulation game where you run your own restaurant in a cozy village. Make new friends, buy ingredients, develop your business, and improve your skills to improve the lives of your neighbors.
Fireside
release date: June 4th
platform: Switch, PC
Fireside is a heartwarming storytelling experience about a journey and subsequent resting place. Make friends, barter, chat, make connections around the campfire and explore a serene and magical world.
Song of Silence (Early Access)
release date: June 4th (June 5th AEST)
platform: computer
Songs of Silence is a strategy game set in a fantasy world threatened by the all-consuming Silence. The game combines turn-based kingdom management, auto-battle and hero development contrasted with intense real-time combat.
