The Future Games Show at Gamescom 2024 concluded with a thrilling array of announcements and gameplay reveals. Hosted by Ned Luke and Alex McKenna, the event showcased a wide range of upcoming games through trailers, deep dives, and world premieres. The show offered fans a glimpse into the future of gaming with a diverse lineup of new titles and updates.
The event kicked off with the world premiere of Mars Attracts, a park builder game set in the Mars Attacks universe. Scheduled for release in 2025, this game invites players to create and manage their own Martian-themed amusement parks, blending humor with strategic gameplay. The announcement has already piqued interest among fans of the genre and franchise.
Another highlight was the gameplay trailer for SPINE, a high-octane gun-fu brawler set to arrive on PC and consoles. Featuring an energetic score by Le Castle Vania, known for their work on John Wick, the trailer showcased dynamic combat and stylish action sequences that promise to deliver an intense experience for players.
The showcase also featured The Explorator, a unique shooter that combines hand-crafted 2D animation with immersive 3D environments. Players will explore a mysterious lost city and battle against goblin hordes. A demo of the game is available on Steam, giving players a taste of its distinctive visual style and gameplay mechanics.
Additionally, Sid Meier’s Civilization VII was highlighted with a live-action trailer narrated by Gwendoline Christie. The game is set to release on February 11, 2025, and a new video from Firaxis Games offered insights into its world-building features. The event also included exciting reveals such as the launch trailer for Black Myth Wukong, a soulslike game inspired by Chinese mythology, and Croak, a cartoon platformer developed by veterans of Cuphead and Rick and Morty, coming soon to PC.
