The Best Games of 2024 (So Far)

Persona 3 Reload (February 2, 2024)

Persona 3 Reload is a remake of Atlus’ original 2006 Japanese RPG game, Persona 3. In all the ways that matter, Persona 3 Reload has perfected the long journey of the original with modern graphics and an improved combat system. The protagonist can now interact and create deeper bonds with characters inaccessible yet important in the original, making the game more meaningful, all the while maintaining the solidity of the original storyline. Persona games are also known for their thrilling soundtrack and Persona 3 Reload’s versions still hold a candle to their counterpart.  

Persona 3 Reload (Play on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Cloud Gaming, Microsoft Windows, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Series S)

Tekken 8 (January 25, 2024)

Another franchise with a long-standing player base and sky-high expectations, Tekken 8 combines the complexity and simplicity of their world and does the impossible. Known to be rather non-beginner-friendly, Tekken 8 creates a much friendlier approach to the franchise that can be enjoyed by older fans and the new generation. With an incredible narrative, rich with deep lore, the combat system is fairly intuitive but takes a while to integrate. 

Tekken 8 (Play on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Series S, Microsoft Windows)

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (January 25, 2024)

Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio brings back the ever-loved Kazuma Kiryu and teams him up with Ichiban Kasuga, the protagonist of the 2020 Yakuza game, Yakuza: Like a Dragon. As expected from any RGG game, players can expect hilarious side quests, a dramatic main story and fun mini-games, all wrapped up in this turn-based RPG. With Kiryu and Ichiban unravelling some secrets in Hawaii, older fans can expect to see familiar faces and locations. 

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (Play on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows, Xbox Series X and Series S)

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown (January 18, 2024)

After more than a decade, the Prince of Persia series is back with their latest game, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. Despite initial hesitations and the disappointment of no The Sands of Time remake, The Lost Crown proved itself to be a solid addition to the series. The 2.5D side-scrolling action-adventure game utilises time to change the past and the rules. With an exciting world, filled with interactive puzzles and brilliant storytelling while exploring the environment, The Lost Crown is a great balance between Metroidvania and the nostalgia of earlier Prince of Persia games. 

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown (Play on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S)

Helldivers 2 (February 8, 2024)

The Sony Interactive Entertainment and Arrowhead Game Studios’ new third-person shooter game, Helldivers 2 is a smooth multiplayer game where the servers really work. With a rich combat system, including friendly fire, the game is a delight for any competitive player who craves a deserved victory. 

Helldivers 2 (Play on PlayStation 5 and Windows)

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (February 29, 2024)

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth introduces the best version of beloved characters to their fan base. As the second game in Square Enix’s trilogy of Final Fantasy VII remakes, this version is an extended version of FF7, accumulating 30-80 hours of gameplay as Cloud Strife. During this, the player gets to bond with his friends and the journey to stop Sephiroth is action-filled and fruitful. However, players agree that it was too jam-packed with mini-games. Overall, it’s a heartwarming game with tons of memorial events. 

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (Play on PlayStation 5)

Discord Voice is now live on all Xbox consoles

Discord is a popular chat application among the gamer community. Back in July 2022, Microsoft launched the Discord Voice option on Xbox as a test rollout for ‘Xbox Insiders’. Following the extensive and exclusive rollout of this new feature, Discord Voice is now available for all Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S consoles. Read below to know more about the Xbox Discord Voice feature:

To get started with Discord Voice on Xbox, all you need to do is access the Discord mobile application, link the Discord account to your Xbox and Join the Discord Voice channel or transfer it to your Xbox console. Xbox, in its official announcement, noted that this new feature will make it easy for users to connect with friends across platforms like mobile, PC and Xbox.

Things to know

  • Features usually found in the Xbox Party chat will not be supported in Discord voice channels. Features like inviting everyone to the game, Switching to game chat, View Profile cards, Join the game, and more will not be available through the Discord voice channel
  • Switching between Discord voice channels on consoles is not yet supported. Users will have to retransfer audio from Discord again in order to switch to a voice channel.
  • Discord Friends and Xbox friends cannot be mixed. While the Discord voice channel will specifically contain Discord friends, Xbox party chat will only contain Xbox friends.
  • Xbox live streaming will not support Discord voice channel broadcast

How to use Discord voice channel on Xbox

  • On your mobile device, open the Discord app
  • Tap ‘Connections’ then the ‘ ADD’ button in the top right corner
  • Select the ‘Xbox’ option and follow the instructions to link the two accounts
  • Once done, you’ll be able to use the voice channel feature from Discord on Xbox

Microsoft Began Testing A New Night Mode Feature For Xbox Users

Nobody likes to play games with all the lights on, as playing games in a dark room benefits the gamer to build a gaming world atmosphere right from the comfort of home. Earlier, Xbox users complained about not having a night mode, but soon they will have a night mode to play comfortably after dark or in a dark room as Microsoft has started testing a new night mode with Xbox Insiders.

The under-testing feature allows users to dim and filter their screens, Xbox power button, and even the console and controller LED brightness through the console’s settings app. The feature also grants users many customisations options like multiple dimming levels, a blue light filter and more.

The software giant is allowing its users to set an Xbox to switch to the night mode manually and disable HDR when the night mode is enabled; switching modes will help users avoid scorching bright images. Users can schedule the toggling of modes at specific times or automatically set it to turn on at sunset and off at sunrise.

Currently, the new build to the Alpha Skip-Ahead ring of the Xbox is only live to a limited audience (only available for experiment) as Microsoft is testing the feature with Xbox insiders; the feature will pass various testing channels and soon the company will roll it out to all the users.

The new build will fix previous bugs linked with launching apps and Xbox Cloud Gaming. Xbox users, especially late-night gamers, were waiting for such a feature for a long time, and now that Microsoft has come up with one, the users will appreciate the efforts, as it’ll add consistency in their gaming. In the last couple of years, Microsoft has taken its rivalry competition seriously, and the company is trying to up their game by implementing a night mode feature.

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