E3 2021 | PC Gaming Show
The PC Gaming Show for E3 2021 just wrapped up, and there were a total of thirty-seven individual games showcased. On top of that, we got some montages of other games, an announcement from Gabe Newell himself, and (of course) some new hardware. So many titles to get to, so let’s dive right in.
Naraka: Bladepoint
First up in another gameplay trailer for ‘Naraka: Bladepoint’, the melee-focused battle royale that allows up to 60 players at once. It launches on August 12th. A new weapon was also introduced.
Dodgeball Academia
This colorful take on our favorite game from gym class arrives later this year.
Chivalry II
This game is already available, but we received some extra information for you.
Rawmen
This title will also be coming to consoles.
Dying Light 2
This game is highly anticipated by our entire crew. Check out the new information about the world created for this game in the video below. Can December 7th get here any sooner?
Humankind
The closed beta for this turn-based strategy game is starting now, and the full game releases in August.
They Always Run
This 2D sidescroller with melee/ranged combat and a unique art style doesn’t have a concrete release date. It simply says “coming soon” in the trailer, which you can watch below.
Orcs Must Die 3
This highly-anticipated title comes to PC, Xbox, and PlayStation on July. 23rd.
Vampire The Masquerade: Swansong
A lot of people are stoked for this title in a familiar universe. Look for this one on consoles in addition to PC.
Gigabash
This multiplayer brawler is based on kaijus. Team up with your friends or family…at an undisclosed date.
Lemnis Gate
Zack and I got our hands on Lemnis Gate a couple years ago at E3, and it’s finally coming out. We simply can’t wait to get our hands on this title on August 3rd. You can pre-order it now on PC and consoles. Seriously, this game is something special.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kazZSunTdjo
Next Space Rebels
Fans of Kerbal Space Program might want to take a look at this title. It looks somewhat similar to that game for sure.
WarTales
This open world RPG releases later this year.
Ixion
Ixion is a deep settlement management game that releases sometime in 2022. You can see the first-look trailer below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tpV-H3b1yqI
FAR: Changing Tides
Lakeburg Legacies
Killing Floor 2
Mech Warrior 5: Mercenaries
In the video below, you’ll see an interview with the developer of Mech Warrior 5: Mercenaries. There’s even a new mode called “Beach Head”, which sounds super interesting, along with several other updates.
Silt
This game reminds me a lot of ‘Inside’ with it’s black and white art style and creepy vibe. This one takes place underwater, however.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4FXLvpFW7Y
Hello Neighbor 2
We’ve known about this one for a while, but here’s a fresh look at this sequel.
Jurassic World Evolution 2
If you’ve paying attention at all to this year’s E3, you’ve probably seen this trailer. But why not give it one more look. If nothing else, you’ll get an opportunity to hear the dulcet tones of Jeff Goldblum once again. This title releases later this year.
Several Titles from New Blood
The next video in the show features several quick cuts of multiple titles. Blink and you’ll miss them, but it’s definitely worth a watch, as many of the titles look very interesting.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ocslf3zkLC4
Gabe Newell Announces “Steam Next Fest”
Yes, Mr. Steam himself made an appearance to talk about a festival called “Steam Next Fest”. He promised several promising new titles to be announced at a later date
Soulstice
This action-packed title comes to PC and consoles in 2022.
PC Hardware Goodies
Warhammer: Chaos Gate – Demonhunters
This is a turn-based tactics game set in the Warhammer universe. It releases later this year, but also has a demo available right now.
Pioner
This open-world survival RPG doesn’t seem to have a release date yet, but it looks incredibly interesting. Check out the trailer below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAKRuzran-g
Eve Academy
Eve Online has a new update in “Eve Academy”, which makes me realize this game is even more complicated than I ever could have imagined. Fans of the game won’t want to miss the update below.
Lumberhill
Arboria
Tinykin
This charming titles releases sometime in 2022.
Chernobylite
I know a lot of our listeners and readers are interested in this title. Here’s the latest trailer that was shown at tonight’s live stream.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wY5Ozuin1d4
Sacrifire
Icarus
This intense-looking game releases August 11th.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IFLgXhcXkzM
Mecha Jammer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hziOddtOGZ0
The Wandering Village
Death Trash
This might be my personal favorite new title I saw at this show. Look for it to be available via Early Access on August 5th.
Songs of Conquest
This title releases early 2022.
Citizen Sleeper
Project Warlock 2
The show wrapped up with this interesting-looking title, which releases on June 29th.
And that will do it for the PC Gaming Show for E3 2021! There certainly was a ton of content to look through. What title or titles stood out to you the most that you’re looking forward to?