It can often feel like there’s no bad month for video games, with major triple-A titles launching throughout the year, and surprise releases sneaking up on players, such as the colorfulMario & Luigi: Brothership. November 2024 is absolutely no exception, as it features a range of exciting new indies, ports of iconic titles, long-awaited triple-A launches, and a cavalcade of other notable releases.
While players will be coming off the back of the absolutely stacked October, which featured some incredible titles such as thewell-reviewedMetaphor: ReFantazioamong others, they’ll need to whip out those wallets to pick up some more gems. Whether it’s the exciting newLEGO Horizon Adventuresor the strikingS.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl,there’s more than enough to keep players satisfied throughout November.
November Is A Nice Month For Nintendo Fans
Mario & Luigi: Brothership & LEGO Horizon Adventures Are On Their Way
One of the biggest releases for November 2024 isMario & Luigi: Brothership, a surprise return for the long-dormant franchise that rose to popularity on the Nintendo DS. The last original game in the series,Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam,launched all the way back in 2015, meaning fans have been waiting a very long time for a new entry into the beloved series. Luckily, dedicated fans and those who are intrigued byBrothership’sunique RPG gameplaywill get to try this when it launches exclusively for the Nintendo Switch on Thursday, November 7.
In addition toMario & Luigi: Brothership,Nintendo Switch owners are, rather amazingly, getting their first taste of the legendaryHorizonfranchise- so long as they haven’t already got a PlayStation.LEGO Horizon Adventuresis a retelling of the first gamelaunching for PlayStation 5, PC, and the Nintendo Switch. Of course, it makes sense considering the Switch’s average player base, but even so, it’s great to see PlayStation breaking its console exclusivity for one of its most popular series.
LEGO Horizon Adventures Has One Major Benefit The Mainline Games Lack
Sony revealed LEGO: Horizon Adventures at Summer Game Fest 2024, and one key gameplay mechanic already sets it apart from the main Horizon games.
LEGO Horizon Adventureslaunches on Thursday, November 14, just a few days beforeSwitch owners finally get their hands onStray, the adorable cat game. It’s been a long time coming, but, despite its somewhat somber story,Straywill fit right in on the Switch thanks to being one of thebest cozy games. Cat enthusiasts and fans of dystopian games featuring cool robots can checkStrayout on Switch on Tuesday, November 19.
One Of The Most Anticipated RPGs Arrives November 14
A Full-Blown Remake Perfect For JRPG Fans
Of course, for those who want something longer,there’s the gorgeousDragon Quest 3 Remakedropping in mid-November. This is a complete remake of the iconic and classicDQ3, giving fans a full visual overhaul with plenty of quality-of-life improvements and newcomers a glance at one of the bestDragon Questgames ever made. It’s fair to say thatDragon Quest 3is shaping up to be one of thebest JRPGs of the year, and that’s saying a lot considering fans have already gotten the excellentDragon’s Dogma 2andFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirth.
For those craving something less traditional,Path of Exile 2is also dropping in November. Players will certainly have a lot to busy themselves with across the month, especially those who’ve already sunk 1,000s of hours into the originalPath of Exile. It’s hard to imagine RPG fans will be able to slot it into their busy schedule withDragon Age: Veilguardlaunching only a few weeks before. However, for those who want to check it out,Path of Exile 2is launching into early access on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S on Friday, November 15.
Xbox fans are getting perhaps the biggest treat of all in the form of the much-delayed and hotly-anticipatedS.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2.
Finally,Xbox fans are getting perhaps the biggest treat of all in the form of the much-delayed and hotly-anticipatedS.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2. Frankly, it is hard to believe that it is finally coming out, but after a long time waiting, Xbox users will finally be able to step into its surreal world and experience a truly next-gen open-world game.S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is launching on Wednesday, November 20 for PC and Xbox Series X/S.
The Full Schedule Of November 2024 Video Game Releases
Every Game Coming In November 2024
There are plenty of other incredible titles launching in November 2024, from triple-A titles to indie extravaganzas. There’s the next entry into theLife is Strangefranchise,Double Exposure, as well asPlanet Coaster 2and the ever-engrossingFarming Simulator 25.Towers of Aghasbais heading into early access on PlayStation 5 and PC, andconsole and mobile users are, of course, finally getting thewonderfulStardew Valley1.6 update. The full list of major games launching in November 2024 can be found in the table below.
Path of Exile 2
PC
November 28
That’s every game launching in November 2024. It’s an absolutely packed month full of exciting titles, especially for those on the Nintendo Switch.Life is Strangefans are finally getting another entry, and Xbox users will, at last, get to try the legendaryS.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2. There is definitely something for everyone and more than enough to tide players over into December and beyond. While it’s hard to call a highlight of the month, Nintendo fans best keep their eye onMario & Luigi: Brothershipfor some RPG fun.
