Video game releases are a constant in the entertainment industry. Each month brings new and exciting releases for players to enjoy across a multitude of platforms. August 2021 is no different. There are a handful of high-profile releases debuting this August. Here are some of the titles launching on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
While some of these titles have been released before, several of them hit certain consoles for the first time.
Game | Platforms | Release Date |
The Falconeer | PS4, PS5, Switch | August 5, 2021 |
Godfall | PS4 | August 10, 2021 |
SkateBIRD | PC, Switch, Xbox One | August 12, 2021 |
Naraka: Bladepoint | PC | August 12, 2021 |
Hades | PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | August 13, 2021 |
12 Minutes | PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | August 19, 2021 |
Madden NFL 22 | PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | August 20, 2021 |
Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut | PS5 | August 20, 2021 |
King's Bounty 2 | PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | August 24, 2021 |
Hoa | PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | August 24, 2021 |
Aliens: Fireteam Elite | PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | August 24, 2021 |
Kena: Bridge of Spirits | PC, PS4, PS5 | August 24, 2021 |
Psychonauts 2 | PC, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | August 25, 2021 |
No More Heroes 3 | Switch | August 27, 2021 |
KeyWe | PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | August 31, 2021 |
August starts off the tidal wave of games sure to come this fall, with a litany of titles sure to follow in the latter months of 2021.
Several titles we recommend keeping an eye on are:
- Kena: Bridge of Spirits - a gorgeous indie with Asian influence helming Sony's fall releases, promising unique gameplay and a charming story.
- Psychonauts 2 - The long awaited sequel to the psychedelic 2005 platformer that promises to keep the charm of the original.
- Hades - This Rogue-Like won multiple Game of the Year awards for it's phenomenal gameplay, soundtrack, voice acting, and mechanics. Newcomers on PlayStation and Xbox are sure to have a great time with this mythological masterpiece.
For more upcoming releases, check out When Will Phasmophobia Come to All Consoles or Nintendo Switch OLED Pre-Order Guide.
Published: Jul 8, 2021 01:13 pm