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E3 2019: Microsoft revealed new details on the next Xbox as well as announced 60 games
by Philipp Rüegg
E3 2019: all the news and trailers at a glance
8.6.2019
Translation: machine translated
In the coming days there will be an explosion of new games and surprises from Microsoft, Ubisoft & Co. Here you will find all the most important news and trailers from E3, the big video game fair.
Officially, E3 takes place in Los Angeles from 11 to 14 June. But video game manufacturers like EA and Microsoft have been hammering us with hot trailers for a few days now.
From Saturday to Wednesday you will find all the E3 news and the most interesting game trailers on this page. I will be attending the press conferences of Microsoft, Bethesda, Square Enix, Ubisoft, PC Gaming Show and Nintendo, and I will post my individual summaries on this page.
Microsoft press conference
Microsoft certainly did not disappoint with its show all dressed up.
Bethesda press conference
. There were more games than expected and a strange new streaming technique to admire.
Ubisoft press conference
. Nothing fancy, but apparently nice old ladies who hit hard.
PC Gaming Show
It lasted almost two hours and was definitely the longest press conference. But it was also full of highlights.
Square Enix Press Conference
. The real stars were the new 'Marvel's Avengers' game and 'Final Fantasy VII'.
Nintendo Direct
Finally, Nintendo also presented its latest video games and did so when the doors of E3 officially opened.
Wednesday
TurboGrafx-16 Mini
Konami announced a mini version of the iconic TurboGrafx-16. Over here, this splendid item was called the PC Engine Core Grafx. Depending on the region, the following games are included:
- R-Type
- New Adventure Island
- Ninja Spirit
- Ys Book I & II
- Dungeon Explorer
- Alien Crush
- Dracula X: Rondo of Blood
Tuesday
Nintendo Direct
Finally, Nintendo also unveiled its latest video games and did so when the E3 doors officially opened.
Square Enix press conference
. The real stars were the new game 'Marvel's Avengers' and 'Final Fantasy VII'.
Monday
Ubisoft press conference
. Nothing fancy, but apparently nice old ladies who hit hard.
PC Gaming Show
It lasted almost two hours and was definitely the longest press conference. But it was also full of highlights.
"Phoenix Point"
The creators of the original 'XCOM' offer a new turn-based strategic action game. It will be released in September for PC, PS4 and Xbox One.
"SkateBIRD"
. OK, forget the other trailers. "SkateBIRD" is the best game of E3! SkateBIRD? Who's still waiting for "Skate 4"? No one. Want a bird's eye view? Watch the demo and get on track.
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"Pistol Whip"
"Pistol Whip" is a rhythm-based VR shooter. It looks like a mix of "Superhot" and "Beat Saber", my two favourite VR games. It will arrive 'soon' on popular VR platforms.
The return of the classic "Star Wars"
. They are back but this time in their original format. Limited Run Games specialises in reissuing physical versions of video games. Thanks to an agreement with Lucasfilm Games, the following games will soon be available in limited editions.
- Star Wars
- Star Wars: Bounty Hunter .- Star Wars: Dark Forces .- Star Wars Episode I: Racer
- Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
- Star Wars: Jedi Knight
- Star Wars Jedi Knight II - Jedi Outcast
- Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy
- Star Wars: Racer Revenge
- Star Wars: Rebel Assault
- Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire
- Star Wars: TIE Fighter
- Star Wars: X-Wing
The first to be released is "Star Wars: Bounty Hunter" for PS4, followed by "Star Wars" for NES and Game Boy on 28 June.
"Acron: Attack of the Squirrels!"
. In this game, a player in VR takes on the role of a gnarled old tree who must defend golden squirrels from thieving squirrels, which in turn, are controlled by other players via smartphones. The game will be released this summer.
"Lord of the Rings" card game
. "Lord of the Rings: The Card Game" is a typical card game in the style of "Hearthstone" or similar. You put together your own sets and play with different heroes. It will be released as early as 8 August for PC, PS4, Xbox One and Switch.
"Desperados 3"
The tactical game set in the Wild West was presented with a new trailer at E3.
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Sunday
Microsoft press conference
Microsoft certainly did not disappoint with its show all dressed up.
Bethesda press conference
. There were more games than expected and a strange new streaming technique to admire.
The strangest press conference was Devolver
. Instead of holding a classic press conference, Devolver Digital showed an indescribable 20-minute film. In any case, the film included the presentation of new games, including the insane multiplayer game 'Fall Guys' (coming in early 2020), or the pixel horror game 'Carrion', in which you play as a monster (also due out in 2020). Then there should be an 'Enter the Gungeon: House of the Gundead' slot machine with light guns. For 'The Messenger', the free expansion 'Picnic Panic' will be released on 11 July. And finally, the action-packed game 'My Friend Pedro' will be released on 20 June.
'Final Fantasy VII' will be released in March 2020
. The remake of the classic JRPG finally has a release date. You have to wait until March.
Google Stadia but with a Netflix-like subscription
. During E3 Phil Harrison of Google was interviewed by Geoff Keighley and stated that in the future there will also be dedicated subscriptions for individual publishers. For an additional fee, you will be able to have access to the game library of EA or Bethesda, for example. However, it is up to the publisher to take part in this model.
Harrison also announced that the multiplayer mode in games such as 'The Elder Scrolls Online' will be free of charge, unlike with PS4 and Xbox One.
Extension of "Kingdom Hearts III"
In the "Re:Mind" DLC you can play with Roxas, Aqua and Riku. The PS4 and Xbox One release will be this winter. During Square Enix's press conference on Tuesday there will probably be more concrete information about the future of "Kingdom Hearts III".
Saturday
"Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order"
EA no longer offers a proper press conference, but presents its news in several live streams called EA Play. The first one was definitely the most exciting. It featured the new "Star Wars" game from Respawn ("Titanfall", "Apex Legends") "Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order". Time-wise, we find ourselves after Episode 3.
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At the beginning of the game, the trailer shows a mission. The main character Cal Kestis is on Kashyyyk, the planet of the Wookies, to carry out a liberation mission. The game features wallrunning, a variety of attacks, spectacular lightsaber combat, a skill system and more. It promises to be a true single-player 'Star Wars' adventure.
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Release date: 15 November for PC, PS4 and Xbox One.
Apex Legends
The second season of Battle Royale 'Apex Legends' has been unveiled, featuring exciting events, skins, a powerful weapon called L-Star and Wattson, the new legend.
In addition, all players have the opportunity to participate in the in-game Legendary Hunt event on 18 June. Completing timed challenges will earn exclusive new skins, XP point boosts, and characters will have the chance to join a new Apex Elite for a limited time. The top five finishers in each challenge will gain access to the Apex Elite where they can challenge the best players.
"Battlefield 5": new maps
. A new Pacific front is opened. EA calls it 'Awakening the Giant: Total Invasion in a New Theatre of War'. In the coming months, players can expect a gigantic new battlefield.
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In addition, new maps have been unveiled. In Al Sundan, fighting takes place on land and in the sky. It is an adaptation of the 'Under No Flag' campaign mission. The map will be available on 27 June. It will be followed in July by Marita, set in a small Greek village. And in August, two more maps focusing on more intimate infantry battles will be released. A new battlefield with a Scandinavian setting will also follow this year.
"FIFA 20": street football returns
. Volta is a new campaign in half single and half multiplayer mode. For street football, you can choose different matches, which have similar rules to those in "FIFA 19". For example, there is 3-on-3 or 4-on-4 and there are also matches without a goalkeeper. "FIFA 20" will be released on 27 September for PC, PS4 and Xbox One.
"Madden NFL 20"
"Madden NFL 20" will feature a new campaign in which you play as a college star who wants to become an NFL pro. X-Factor skills allow you to add new abilities to particularly good players. New manoeuvres such as RPO have been added, and the Playbooks have also been extended with additional line-ups. 'Madden NFL 20' will be released on 2 August for PC, PS4 and Xbox One.
The "Sims 4" are ready for Island Living
. With the Island Living extension, Sims fans can let off steam on a tropical island. There are jet skis to ride, dolphins to ride and you can even play as a mermaid. It will be released on 21 June for PC and Mac. PS4 and Xbox One players will have to wait until 16 July.
New indie games from EA
. The famous publisher also supports some independent games and brands them with the EA Originals label. The trailer shows a glimpse of the new project from the creators of 'Fe'. It is called 'Lost in Random' and is a puzzle game of sorts, while 'RustHeart' is an action RPG with co-operative mode by Glowmade. The new game from the creators of 'A Way Out' can also be played in pairs. Release dates are not yet known. But on 5 July, 'Sea of Solitude', which was presented at the last trade fair, will finally be released.
"Darksiders Genesis"
"Darksiders Genesis" is a prequel to "Darksiders 3" in the style of "Diablo". This time you play as Strife, another Horseman of the Apocalypse.
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Philipp Rüegg
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Philipp.Rueegg@digitecgalaxus.chBeing the game and gadget geek that I am, working at digitec and Galaxus makes me feel like a kid in a candy shop – but it does take its toll on my wallet. I enjoy tinkering with my PC in Tim Taylor fashion and talking about games on my podcast http://www.onemorelevel.ch. To satisfy my need for speed, I get on my full suspension mountain bike and set out to find some nice trails. My thirst for culture is quenched by deep conversations over a couple of cold ones at the mostly frustrating games of FC Winterthur.
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