2012 - The Games ~ RajakaruGames

So with 2012 in full swing what are the most anticipated games still awaiting launch over the course of the next 9 months. Your Video Games Blog has listed below the games it is most looking forward to and especially those that we feel might be in with a shout for the 2012 game of the year.

Halo 4

Obviously the first Halo game from 343 Industries is heading the most wanted poll for most of the Xbox 360 fans around the globe. Graphically it looks far more impressive then any of the previous games and Master Chief is quite a lot more detailed than he was in Halo 3. The story and character arcs have been reviewed in great detail and will surely satisfy any fans appetite. We still have no idea about the campaign specifics but we know of a new co-op mode called Spartan Ops that will feature custom load outs. November can’t come soon enough!

The Witcher 2: Assassin of Kings

The Witcher 2 has fast become one of the best RPG games on the PC over the last year and many people have been anticipating this console version for quite some time. Actually being released today the game centres on the protagonist Geralt of Rivia and takes a more action based approached than many of the stable console RPG’s currently on offer. If the high scoring PC reviews are anything to go by then this will be a hit on the consoles too. The grim and dark reality within the fantasy epic is sure to draw many people in.

Trials Evolution

Trials has become of the signature hits of the Xbox Live Arcade Community and stills delivers hours of fun all this time after it’s initial released. The follow up is certain to do much of the same but also introduces a lot more polish and effect to the loving physics engine. This time the action goes outside and also delves into the world of multiplayer too. Racing against your friend both on and offline is one of the aspects we all wished was included with the original and this is sure to right that wrong. To make sure you have the best trials times pick this up next month.

Max Payne 3

Rockstar have been heavily publicising this release over the past few months which features a much more rustic looking Max. Continuing the third person perspective from the previous two titles this action epic is set to go down a storm with fans new and old alike. The game is set in Sao Paulo, Brazil and will feature the staple inclusion of bullet time once more while also venturing into the world of multiplayer.

Dragons Dogma

The new action RPG from the creators of Resident Evil is shaping up really nicely with fluid combat and open world gameplay. Primarily a hack’n slasher the complexity of the action is set to be much more than just button mashing. The story doesn’t seem to feature anything revolutionary but the multitude of options means that most RPG fans are going to feel right at home. If you’re a fan of Skyrim then this is probably one worth keeping an eye on.

A Game of Thrones

Being a fan of the TV and book series means that this title is definitely one that I am personally quite excited about. Not much has yet been revealed about the game aside from it being set in Westeros and follow the war for the throne but as long as this is loyal to the world created by George.R.Martin than we will have little to complain about. Whether you want to side with Tyrion Lannister or Robb Stark the choice will be yours…

Far Cry 3

The first trailer for Far Cry 3 teased the sense and made for a really action packed view on what will be on offer but without truly seeing the game in action, more recently though we have been given a chance to see exactly what is over the horizon and boy is it shaping up nicely. Following in the footsteps of the hugely popular Far Cry 2 comes another gritty shooter set on a tropical nirvana which will set the player off against war criminals, feuding gangs and slave merchants along with way.

Borderlands 2

The original Borderlands was one of the most interesting shooters of recent years blending together millions of guns, interesting baddies and an RPG style system to create a really addictive ‘just one more minute’ sort of game. The biggest gripe from most people was the brown bland areas for exploration and the sometimes repetitive fetch quest style gameplay. The sequel is looking to sort all of the issues out and sets you up with 4 brand new characters to choose from each with their own individual abilities and styles of play. With millions more guns of offer this is sure to be a winner in any FPS fans eyes.

Assassins Creed 3

The third instalment (and I use that loosely) in the Assassins Creed series picks up with a new protagonist a new area to explore and a whole new movement, climbing and combat system. Set during the American Revolution the game is set as much in the wilderness as it is within city walls. The player will fill the boots of a half-English half-Mohawk called Connor Kenway whom is drawn into battle when his home is attacked by white colonists. The player will once again meet many famous people along the way which will craft the progress of the main story. With a refined multiplayer mode also being announced this new instalment is sure to please any fans of the series.

Bioshock Infinite

Bioshock was one of the breakthrough series released on the current generation and this new adventure is due to refine the series even further. Set on the floating city of Columbia the protagonist Booker Dewitt is sent into the sky to kidnap a young woman with a terrible history. Taking many plugs from the art-deco era the tale is set to be fast paced and fluid. Plasmids have been replaced by tonics and vitamins which will increase the characters abilities permanently or for a short duration. Did I mention this is looking lovely too? With 6 months left before release Irrational Games are hoping to make this the complete FPS package.