With the summer solstice passing last month, we are firmly in the hottest season. And this July we have a generous collection of compelling titles worth checking out. From a few intriguing indie titles to Final Fantasy XIVThe latest expansion to and beyond, this month is full of games that look well worth your time, many of which have free demos you can try right now if you don’t feel like waiting for the release date.
Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail – July 2nd
Released on: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Windows
The latest expansion for one of the world’s most popular MMORPGs, Dawn Trail officially arrives on July 2, 2024. The holiday type expansion will send players to Tural, a brand new continent. The new content also includes the Viper and Pictomancer jobs and a new level of 100.
The First Descendant – July 2nd
Released on: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Windows
A free-to-play third-person co-op shooter, The first descendant is coming to consoles and PC on July 2nd. It features a cast of over 14 playable characters to choose from. Oh, and Abubakar Salim (Assassin’s Creed Origins, Tales of Kenzera: Zau, The Legend of Vox Machina, House of the Dragon) is in. I bet that caught your attention.
ZenlessZone Zero – 4th July
Released on: PS5, Windows, iOS, Android
This free action RPG from the creators of Genshin Impact is coming to consoles and mobile devices on July 4th. what’s left of humanity’s desperate future, and in terms of design, ZZZ might just crush all the gacha. I feel a lot less grumpy.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails at Dawn – July the 5th
Released on: PS5, PS4, Switch, Windows
The Legend of Heroes: Trails at Dawn lets you switch between strategic turn-based combat and real-time battles in a unique take on two RPG formulas. The game launches on PlayStation, Switch, and PC on July 5.
Once human – July 9th
Released on: Windows
An open-world multiplayer survival title, Once human confronts you with a devastating world transformed by alien contamination. The game features third-person shooter mechanics as well as survival challenges such as finding uncontaminated food and water as you do your best to survive.
Wasteland – July 12
Released on: Windows
Wastelanda turn-based strategy game where you must survive on an alien world against powerful storms while unearthing alien technology, leaves Early Access on PC on July 12.
Darkest Dungeon 2 – July 15th
Released on: PS5, PS4, Switch
A sequel to the innovative and nerve-wracking 2016 RPG where your party suffers emotional and psychological damage as well as physical injuries from adventures in the monster-infested depths. Featuring roguelike mechanics set in a dark fantasy world where it’s up to you to guide your horse and cart through a dark and messy world, Darkest Dungeon 2 is making the jump to PlayStation and Switch after officially arriving on PC in May 2023.
Cataclism – July 16
Released on: Windows
From the developers of the 2018 indie action RPG, Moonlight, Cataclismo offers real-time strategic challenges in which you must build fortresses and defend them against all manner of monsters (including some of the frog-like beasts).
MalVEMal – July 16
Released on: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Windows
MalVEMal promises a fast-paced, vampiric first-person shooter. You and up to three other players can join forces, taking on the roles of vampires with unique playstyles.
Yaoling: Mythical Journey – July 16
Released on: Windows
Yaoling features creature-collecting RPG gameplay in a vibrant semi-open world with gorgeous visuals. The game is currently offering a free demo on Steam ahead of its July 16 release date.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shattered Destiny – July 17
Released on: Switch
Originally released on Apple Arcade in 2023, the co-op action roguelike that sends the titular Turtles on a quest to save Splinter from Shredder is coming to Switch this month. The game features up to four-player co-op, random power-ups, and upgradeable powers.
The sacred acorn – July 17
Released on: Windows
If you like Souls, but want something more adorable, you should check it out. The sacred acorn July 17th. You will play the role of a squirrel on a journey to uncover the secrets of an evil power that is transforming the forest around you.
Bo: Teal Lotus Path – July 18
Released on: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch, Windows
With beautiful hand-drawn 2.5D visuals, Bo: Teal Lotus Path offers an action platformer mixed with aerial combat set in a world inspired by Japanese folklore.
Hinterberg Dungeons – July 18
Released on: Xbox Series X/S, Windows
Located in the Austrian Alps, Hinterberg Dungeons sees Luisa embark on an adventure to explore various dungeons in an attempt to get away from her bland professional lifestyle at home.
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn – July 18
Released on: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Windows
Taking inspiration from the Soulsike genre, but with guns and aerial platforms, Flint; The Siege of Dawn is coming July 18th. There’s a free demo on Steam if you’re curious to see how these wild elements come together.
Meifumado – July 18
Released on: Windows
Featuring moody and alluring retro-style visuals, Meifumado combines action role-playing, non-linear level design, and samurai styles. It will be released on July 18.
Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess – July 19
Released on: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Windows
This single-player action strategy game from Capcom tasks you with waging battles against hordes of monsters in an endless day/night cycle.
Weyrdlets – July 23
Released on: Windows
Weyrdlets is a pet simulator featuring Weyrdlets. They look weird! These creatures will live alongside your daily computing tasks and appear. while you type emails, surf the web and more. There is a free demo on Steam if you are curious about whether or not to let a Weyrdlet into your life.
Arranger: A puzzling adventure – July 25
Released on: PS5, Switch, Windows
Arranger explores the life of Jemma, a misfit looking to discover herself (mood). The entire game world is a puzzle-like grid, creating satisfying challenges to solve by moving Jemma around and sliding a row of the grid with her. There’s a free demo on Steam, if you’re curious.
Earth Defense Force 6 – July 25
Released on: PS5, PS4, Windows
Those damn Ravagers are at it again, releasing colossal ants and covering the sky with their strange machines. Land Defense Force series, FED 6 arrives July 25th to satisfy all your massive bug, dragon, robot, and monster-slaying fantasies.
Frostpunk 2 – July 25
Released on: Windows
Frostpunk 2 aims to go far beyond its predecessor. Now, instead of just battling the freezing temperatures of your surroundings, you’ll also have to manage larger cities, filled with competing interests within different factions.
Tokyo Xanadu eX+ – July 25
Released on: Switch
Coming to Switch on July 25th Tokyo Xanadu eX+ follows the story of a group of characters surviving the aftermath of a massive earthquake in Tokyo. Featuring action-RPG gameplay, time-attack, and bossrush modes, you’ll take on the roles of unique characters ready to take on vicious creatures.
Weko the Mask Gatherer – July 26
Released on: Windows
An action adventure experience starring Weko, a character who sets out to collect powerful primordial masks, Weko the Mask Gatherer features puzzles, real-time combat, and a vast open world. You can try a demo on Steam right now.
Convallaria’s Sword – July 31
Released on: Windows, iOS, Android
This tactical RPG features gorgeous pixel art, turn-based combat, branching narratives, and, how could I forget, a score composed by Hitoshi Sakimoto, who brought us the melodic landscapes of Final Fantasy Tactics And Final Fantasy XII. Convallaria’s Sword is offering a free demo on Steam if you can’t wait until July 31st.
And that sums up our selection of games you should keep an eye on in July.
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