Since the Not-E3 blitz of summer gaming showcases, things have been relatively quiet since then. Amidst that break, THQ Nordic dropped a new showcase full of trailers to show what the publisher has on the way from its various studios. While it wasn’t focused on big-name games like the ones you’d find in dedicated Xbox and PlayStation showcases, THQ Nordic instead has titles in very specific niche genres and IP.
Several of them are already available via early access or are already out and have post-launch plans in place, so if you’re a fan of games that scratch a very specific itch for interactive entertainment, then you’ll want to check out the list below of all the announcements.
Let’s Sing 2027 and Let’s Sing ABBA
Revealed in the preshow, Let’s Sing 2027 is shaping up to conquer the karaoke video game space. This year’s installment features 35 songs from artists such as Ariana Grande and Chappell Roan, and you can join in on singing radio-friendly love songs with or without the original vocals. On top of that, an ABBA pack is also coming to the game on November 3, just in time for the 50th anniversary of Dancing Queen. It includes 32 tracks that your great-grandparents will appreciate, from Waterloo to Mamma Mia. Don’t be surprised if they tell you to “gimme gimme gimme” the microphone, Fernando.
Pinball FX
Another preshow video, Zen Studios showed off its collection of Pinball FX tables that it has assembled over the years. The studio has locked down an impressive number of IP for the game, ranging from Peanuts to Star Wars, and if you’re looking for some pinball fun, you can find the game on just about every PC and console.
Reanimal: The Prisoner
New DLC is on the way for Reanimal in the form of The Prisoner. While it sadly isn’t a crossover with the groovy counter-culture ’60s TV show that starred Patrick McGoohan, fans of the Little Nightmares-inspired game can look forward to new environmental puzzles and challenges set within a battle-scarred landscape. You can grab it right now.
Expeditions: Samurai
Developer Campfire Cabal dropped a new trailer for Expeditions: Samurai, its upcoming tactical turn-based-combat game set in feudal Japan. Now out in early access on PC, the developer says that the game will receive three major updates while it works on fine-tuning the experience for players, and it’ll be focusing on polishing gameplay balance, exploration, stealth, combat, and more.
Titan Quest 2
Now that The Odyssey is the hot new thing in cinemas, it might be the perfect time to check out how the Greek-inspired ARPG Titan Quest 2 is shaping up. Still in early access, today’s trailer for the game showed off gameplay for the new Spirit Mastery skills that players can wield in combat. Built around mastering the powers of the Underworld, these powers will allow you to manipulate the forces of life and death to summon spirits and cast spells.
Call to Arms: Panzer Elite
World of Tanks doesn’t have a monopoly on armored fighting vehicles, as Call to Arms: Panzer Elite also offers a pretty good spin on the lumbering war machines. A new update is now out for the game on PC, adding two new missions and two new tanks in the form of the M18 Hellcat and the M24 Chaffee.
Way of the Hunter 2
Oh deer, local wildlife has no idea what’s in store for it when Way of the Hunter 2 launches on September 29 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
The Eternal Life of Goldman
The Eternal Life of Goldman continues to look impressive with every new trailer, and this latest look at the game went behind the scenes of its beautiful handcrafted art, boss fights, and level design. It still doesn’t have a release date, but The Eternal Life of Goldman is coming to PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.
The Guild: Europa 1410
Do you think that you have what it takes to keep the local peasants under control and establish a mighty kingdom during medieval times? Then you’ll want to check out The Guild: Europa 1410 and see just how long your dynasty will last while you juggle your responsibilities as a noble in this feudal management game. You can choose to make your fortune through legitimate means or through some less-than-legal methods, and the game will be hitting early access in September.
Wreckfest 2
Wreckfest 2 has grown throughout its early-access journey, and this new trailer was essentially a sizzle reel for the destruction derby racing game.
Gothic 1 Remake
Gothic 1 Remake launched earlier this year, and developer Alkimia Interactive outlined its post-launch plans for the game. This will include various updates and new features like photo mode, mod support, alternative progression, and more.
Gothic Classic Trilogy
In case that’s not enough Gothic for you, then you can look forward to playing through the original trilogy of games on console soon. Gothic Classic is now available, Gothic 2: Complete Classic launches on September 29, and Gothic 3 Classic will launch on November 24.
Gothic: A Shadow’s Quest
Rounding out the Gothic announcements was the reveal of Gothic: A Shadow’s Quest, which will launch through the tabletop crowdfunding platform Gamefound on September 30.
Upcoming Games on Nintendo Switch compilation
Finishing up the livestream was a quick reminder that several THQ Nordic games like Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, Sacred 2 Remaster, SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide, and the Destroy All Humans 2 Remakes are available for–or coming to–Switch consoles.
