Gamescom 2024 highlights: New releases from Gearbox, Hangar 13, Pearl Abyss, and more
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Upcoming releases from Gamescom 2024: ‘Borderlands 4’, ‘Assassin’s Creed Shadows’, and more. Get all the details here.
Gamescom 2024 in Cologne, Germany, brought together gamers and developers from around the globe to showcase the next big titles in the gaming world. From surprise reveals to hands-on demos, the event was packed with excitement and anticipation. Whether you are a fan of looter shooters, RPGs, or strategy games, this year’s lineup promises something for everyone.
Here is a look at some of the most buzzworthy upcoming games and other exciting projects revealed at the event.
Release Date: To Be Announced
In a surprise reveal, Gearbox Software dropped a teaser trailer for the next installment in the Borderlands franchise. The details are cryptic, showcasing a dramatic collision of planets—one resembling Pandora, the world where Borderlands is set. In the aftermath, a robotic hand reaches out to pick up the signature raider mask. It has been years since the last Borderlands game, making this return to the looter shooter universe highly anticipated.
Release Date: To Be Announced
A new Mafia game is on the horizon. Titled The Old Country, it channels strong Godfather 2 vibes with its setting in a vineyard in an old Italian town. Developer Hangar 13’s president, Nick Baynes, took the stage to announce the franchise’s return, aiming to explore the origins of the mafia. No release window has been set, but Baynes hinted at more details coming at this year’s The Game Awards.
Release Date: To Be Announced
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