Another month – another guide from the publisher. From this material you will learn what to play from the new products. in March 2023. This included new interesting games for the computer and all consoles: Ps4, Nintendo switch and Xbox one. Also, be sure to read the reviews of new games, which can be found in the reviews section, and, of course, in the previous issues of our monthly guide at the links: The best games of January 2023, the best games of February 2023.
Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX
Developer: Spike Chunsoft
Publisher: Nintendo
Platforms: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: March 6, 2023
Genre: Action / Adventure / RPG
The most requested re-release by fans of the Pokemon series tells the story of a clerk who finds himself in the world of pocket monsters in the form of … Pokemon. In the story, you assemble a team of heroes in order to explore the dungeons and save the characters in distress. In the remake, the developers completely redrawn the graphics, which now look like an animated watercolor painting.
Doubts: The original was too meditative, and if the authors of the game do not make changes to the gameplay, there is a high probability of getting bored without having assembled a cool Pokemon team.
Murder by numbers
Developer: Mediatonic
Publisher: The Irregular Corporation
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PC
Release Date: March 5, 2023 (NSW), March 6, 2023 (PC)
Genre: Adventure, a collection of puzzles
A new game from the creators of the pigeon dating simulator tells the story of actress Onor, who, together with the robot Scout, is investigating the murder of a former employer. Communication with colorful characters and searching for clues go into puzzle solving mode, which helps to get closer to finding a killer. The developers even hired the popular Capcom composer Masakazu Sugimori, who is known for Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, Ghost Trick and Viewtiful Joe.
Doubts: Again there is no Russian language, which could be a decisive factor for gamers from Russia and the CIS countries.
Ori and the Will of the Wisps
Developer: Moon Studios
Publisher: Microsoft Studios
Platforms: Xbox One, PC
Release Date: March 11, 2023
Genre: Action, Adventure, Platform
The sequel to the incredibly beautiful game Ori and The Blind Forest should become even more beautiful by offering new atmospheric areas outside the Nibbel forest, where the spirit of Ori learns the truth about the “Lost” and its destiny. The developers have changed the save system, updated the upgrade and promise more elements from Metroid.
Doubts: Linearity, scripted runs and a weak action component can come back and again spoil the experience.
Langrisser i & ii
Developer: Masaya Games / Extreme / Chara-Ani Corporation
Publisher: NIS America
Platforms: PS4, Nintendo Switch, PC
Release Date: March 13, 2023
Genre: Tactical RPG, Strategy
The classic turn-based fantasy tactics returns with much improved graphics, new menus, screensavers, fully voiced dialogs and the ability to turn on Japanese voices. The release should please those who have already passed Fire Emblem: Three Houses, but want something similar.
Doubts: With an updated picture, the game looks more like a project for smartphones.
Stela
Developer: SkyBox Labs
Publisher: SkyBox Labs
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PC
Release Date: March 13, 2023
Genre: Platform, adventure
The cinematic atmospheric platformer about a young woman who witnessed the last days of the mysterious ancient world last year came out on the Xbox One and is now preparing for release on Switch and PC. The game is played by a team that helps 343 Industries develop Halo: Infinite. Stella is very trying to be like INSIDE, and in some places it comes out.
Doubts: The version for Xbox One was scolded for primitive gameplay and too simple puzzles, and here, apparently, just a port with patches.
Nioh 2
Developer: Team Ninja
Publisher: Koei Tecmo / Sony Interactive Entertainment
Platforms: PS4
Release Date: March 13, 2023
Genre: Action / RPG, Adventure
The second part of Nioh is actually a prequel, the events of which develop in the middle of the XVI century. The main character this time can be either a guy or a girl, but most importantly, he is a half-demon who gains many new abilities and travels through war-torn Japan, destroying other youkai. Unlike Sekiro, in Nioh 2 there will be a deep character customization with a huge amount of weapons, armor and other useful loot. In addition, the project will have a cooperative for three players.
Doubts: Judging by the demo, the graphics in the game are very outdated even on the PS4 Pro.
My Hero One’s Justice 2
Developer: BYKING Studios
Publisher: Bandai Namco
Platforms: PS4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PC
Release Date: March 2023
Genre: 3D Fighting
Another anime fighting game for fans, which for the sequel has expanded with new fighters and modes. The game will have a story campaign for both heroes and villains, an arcade and a special task mode where you need to manage your own headquarters, complete tasks, earn money and fame, expand your team and hire your favorite characters.
Doubts: The first part was only for fans – a good, but rather budget game with outdated graphics (although the destruction looked good) and simple mechanics. Most likely, the sequel will be the same.
Dead or school
Developer: Studio Nanafushi
Publisher: Marvelous
Platforms: PS4, Nintendo Switch
Release Date: March 13, 2023
Genre: Action with RPG Elements
This is the “Metro” for animeshnikov! Another funny three-wheeler from the Japanese tells the story of Hisako, who, together with the last inhabitants of Tokyo, takes refuge in the subway in an attempt to escape from the bloodthirsty mutants that invaded Earth. One day she learns from her grandmother about school – the best place for young people where everyone has fun. After that, the heroine’s goal is to search for an educational institution, even if for this she will have to exterminate all the mutants on the planet.
Doubts: Nothing yet. The game was released on PC last year and delighted gamers with juicy battles, especially with huge bosses.
MLB The Show 20
Developer: SIE San Diego Studio
Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment
Platforms: PS4
Release Date: March 17, 2023
Genre: Baseball Simulator
Another part of the baseball simulator from Sony, which promises a deep role component, updated lists of players and the ability to create your own dream team in order to fight with other online gamers. This is the latest exclusive PS4 series. Subsequent projects will be released on other systems.
Doubts: Americans will be delighted, the rest pass by.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
Platforms: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: March 20, 2023
Genre: Life Simulator
One of the most popular Nintendo series will finally appear on Switch. New Horizons will offer two uninhabited islands for settlement: in the south and in the north. The nature and in-game events that are tied to real time with their unique activities and events will depend on the choice. The developers have expanded the construction system and offer not only a detailed design of the house, but also the surroundings. Players will be able to change the landscape using a shovel and other tools. In addition, the company added the possibility of cohabitation and arrangement of one island up to eight people. Four people can play online at the same time.
Doubts: None. This will be the perfect game for fans of life simulations.
La-Mulana 1 & 2
Developer: Nigoro
Publisher: NIS America
Platforms: PS4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One
Release Date: March 20, 2023
Genre: Action / Adventure with platform elements
The iconic hardcore metro series will finally visit modern consoles. Play will be for different characters who explore the dangerous tomb in a non-linear way. Various items open up new possibilities, allowing you to access the following locations, avoid deadly traps and defeat difficult bosses.
Doubts: It would be possible to release an improved remaster, rather than a simple port of the previous version: the graphics look monstrously outdated, especially against the background of Ori and the Will of the Wisps.
Doom eternal
Developer: id Software
Publisher: Bethesda Softworks
Platforms: PS4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PC
Release Date: March 20, 2023 (PS4, XO, PC), TBA (NSW)
Genre: FPS
The best single-player shooter of this generation returns with new even more brutal shootouts and bloody finishes. The developers expanded the capabilities of the protagonist by offering fashionable acrobatics, a flamethrower mounted in the shoulder, and new types of edged and firearms. Well, of course, we did not forget about beautiful locations and new opponents. The demo was awesome. If developers maintain their momentum and diversity throughout history, this will be a true masterpiece. If you pre-order the game, then the bonus in the kit will be Doom 64 HD Remaster, which also comes out on March 20 on all systems.
Doubts: None.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III
Developer: Nihon Falcom
Publisher: NIS America
Platforms: PC
Release Date: March 23, 2023
Genre: jRPG
Another great Japanese role-playing game comes to PC with nice improvements. Declared support for 240 FPS and ultra-wide displays, 8xMSAA, improved effects and rendering ranges, fully customizable controls, the ability to increase gameplay speed by six times and autosave systems. As a pleasant bonus for an early purchase – 26 cosmetic items for the heroes. Read more about the game itself in our review on the version for the PS4 link.
Half-Life: Alyx
Developer: VALVE
Publisher: VALVE
Platforms: PC
Release Date: March 23, 2023
Genre: VR FPS
An incredibly exciting moment for fans of Half-Life and the entire FPS genre as a whole – VALVE is finally releasing a new game in the series! The developers want to offer the ultimate experience of the project for virtual reality with an unprecedented level of elaboration of small details for the format. This is a full-fledged Half-Life, the passage of which will take about 15 hours. The story tells about the events that occurred between the plots of the first and second parts. That is, we are waiting for a spectacular cinema action movie with beautiful animations and realistic shooting. The game’s plot was written by the writers of Portal 2, Half-Life 2: Episode Two and Firewatch.
Doubts: VALVE abandoned the series and normal games for many years, so it is not clear whether they will be able to release a masterpiece again? Records of the gameplay resemble the game “Blood and Truth” for PSVR, but with more beautiful graphics and the ability to attract objects (Alex wore “gravity” gloves). Most likely, no real innovations should be expected.
Element: Space
Developer: Sixth Vowel
Publisher: Inca Games / Blowfish Studios
Platforms: PS4, Xbox One
Release Date: March 24, 2023
Genre: Tactical RPG, Strategy
A tactical role-playing game about the future offers to take control of a squad in latex suits and go with their fists against the forces of evil that are trying to destroy humanity. The developers promise a huge number of interesting characters with their unique abilities, cool combos and an unusual look at the genre as a whole. As well as improved voice acting and bug fixes that pursued last year’s release on the PC.
Doubts: This is a budget game with all the ensuing consequences.
Bleeding edge
Developer: Ninja Theory
Publisher: Microsoft Studios
Platforms: Xbox One / PC
Release Date: March 24, 2023
Genre: Action
Very beautiful multiplayer action from the authors of DmC and Hellblade with bright heroes is dedicated to spectacular 4×4 battles. Each of the 12 characters of the project is unique and has its own combat system, which is replenished with new opportunities during the match. Some heroes prefer melee attacks, others prefer ranged attacks, while others prefer support. Well-coordinated teamwork helps to win.
Doubts: No story mode, which is just disappointing, given the track record of Ninja Theory.
Moons of madness
Developer: Rock Pocket Games
Publisher: Funcom
Platforms: PS4, Xbox One
Release Date: March 24, 2023
Genre: Adventure Horror
The atmospheric space-themed horror with Lovecraft elements is finally coming out on consoles. Read our detailed review on the PC version here.
Iron danger
Developer: Action Squad Studios
Publisher: Daedalic Entertainment
Platforms: PS4, Xbox One, PC
Release Date: March 25, 2023 (PC), TBA (PS4, XO)
Genre: Tactics, Action / Adventure
An interesting conceptual game offers high complexity and a strip of time with the ability to rewind blocks a few seconds ago, correcting mistakes made in battle. As a result, in order to defeat opponents, one has to create competent chains of actions, since the enemies are very strong and there are many of them.
Doubts: It feels like developers are making this game for themselves, not for people. The demo at the Igromir 2019 exhibition was rather annoying with its overloaded complexity and an overloaded interface, than pleased with its conceptual nature.
Ara Fell: Enhanced Edition
Developer: Stegosoft
Publisher: Dangen Entertainment
Platforms: PS4, Nintendo Switch, PC
Release Date: March 26, 2023
Genre: RPG
The updated version of the game, created for 16-bit RPGs, should please fans of the genre with nice graphics, atmospheric music, new content and improved mechanics, as well as a lot of nice corrections, such as adaptation to modern screens and a convenient autosave system. The story tells of a girl named Lita, who is trying to save the world soaring among the clouds from destruction. Released in 2016 on PC, the original was remembered for an interesting plot and good characters.
Doubts: The game is only for the most ardent fans of the genre, and most likely the developers will again forget about the translation into Russian.
Railway Empire: Nintendo Switch Edition
Developer: Gaming Minds Studios
Publisher: Kalypso Media
Platforms: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: March 27, 2023
Genre: Strategy, Simulator
The railroad builder simulator comes out on Switch along with three add-ons in the kit, which will be a gift for fans of the genre on the Nintendo console.
Doubts: The port will work in low resolution – even in the trailer pixels are visible.
One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4
Developer: Omega Force / Koei Tecmo
Publisher: Bandai Namco
Platforms: PS4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PC
Release Date: March 27, 2023
Genre: Action
Another variation on the theme of Warriors in the setting of “Big Jackpot” offers prettier graphics, epic battles with huge bosses, a ton of beautiful animations, spectacular special effects and an online co-op for four players.
Doubts: Missions are likely to be of the same type, but the co-op will be fun. The main thing is that everything goes without Tower Defense elements.
Saints Row IV: Re-Elected
Developer: High Voltage Software
Publisher: Deep Silver
Platforms: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: March 27, 2023
Genre: Action / Adventure
The most trashy part of Saints Row goes to the Nintendo Switch, which means that the carbon madness with aliens and superhero-style abilities becomes available anytime, anywhere.
Doubts: The port of the third part was terrible (especially before the patches). It is likely that everything will be bad here too.
Mount and Blade II: Bannerlord
Developer: TaleWorlds Entertainment
Publisher: TaleWorlds Entertainment
Platforms: PC
Release Date: March 31, 2023
Genre: Action-RPG, Simulator
A large-scale simulator of medieval wars with elements of Action-RPG, after more than six years of development, finally comes to PC in early access. The game is dedicated to the period 200 years before the events of the first part and makes a special bet on the epic assaults of mountain fortresses using siege weapons. Of course, the game has a deep system of development and customization of your character with a rich arsenal of melee and ranged weapons, as well as a well-developed system of destruction, which adds to the entertainment of the battles.
Doubts: What with the quest component and plot is not yet clear. Early access involves a huge number of bugs, and the release will likely have to wait a long time.
Operencia: The Stolen Sun
Developer: Zen Studios
Publisher: Zen Studios
Platforms: PS4, Nintendo Switch, PC
Release Date: March 31, 2023 (PS4, NSW), March 29 (Steam, GOG)
Genre: RPG
A very beautiful classic role-playing game last year was already released on the Xbox One and EGS, delighting fans of the genre with a well-thought-out combat system and interesting heroes, and in this very soon will visit all other platforms. The story tells of a group of adventurers who come together in a friendly detachment with the goal of returning the stolen sun to their world.
Doubts: Nothing yet.
Persona 5 royal
Developer: Atlus
Publisher: Atlus
Platforms: PS4
Release Date: March 31, 2023
Genre: jRPG
The best Japanese role-playing game in the last 10 years comes back in an updated re-release, where a completely new playable character, Kasumi, appeared, and with it a new additional plot, new abilities, new locations and new musical compositions. We are waiting for even more style, tough battles and an interesting story.
Doubts: It is strange that again on the PS4, and not on the PS5 or Nintendo Switch. And without the ability to update the original game through the purchase of an extension in the PlayStation Store. After 200 hours spent in the original, somehow there is already no moral strength to go through the same thing on the same console, albeit with new elements, anew. But for new players, this edition should be the best option to buy.
Posted by ACEediting – Skyerist.
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