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This Month in Gaming: The Stacked Month of June
June sees some heavy hitters arriving on the scene with new installments in some long running and beloved franchises.
Street Fighter 6, Diablo IV, and Final Fantasy XVI all release this month.
I’ll be jumping in to Diablo IV with the early access on June 6th. Whether or not I pick up Final Fantasy XVI at launch will depend entirely on how much I’m still enjoying Diablo.
Story of Seasons: A Wonderful Life looks great as a remaster of a classic. I know I’ll get it at some point, but right now I’m still playing Friends of Mineral Town and thanks to PS Plus just started Pioneers of Olive Town.
Finally, the big month ends with the release of AEW’s first game. Arcade wrestling is back when Yuke’s and THQ Nordic release AEW: Fight Forever on every platform.
Note that the list below is not even close to being every game releasing in June. This list is just the games that Gary is interested in.
June 2, 2023
Super Mega Baseball 4 (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch)
Grab your glove and your bat, it’s time to go yard with the best to ever play the game because Super Mega Baseball™ 4 is here–and it’s where the Legends play. More than 200 larger-than-life versions of fan-favorite former pros like Vladimir Guerrero, Johnny Damon, Ozzie Smith, and Jason Giambi are ready to step onto the field and join the roster of beloved Super Mega League All-Stars. Hit, pitch, throw, and slide into home plate with the series’ signature combination of arcade-inspired style and immersive gameplay depth. Baseball becomes bigger and better than ever in Super Mega Baseball 4 with new features, familiar modes like Franchise and Pennant Race, and more. Plus, the latest title receives the series’ most Mega presentation upgrade yet, with eye-popping new visuals for everything from animations to characters to stadiums, as well as crystal-clear audio upgrades from the dugout to the bleachers. Based on community feedback, Super Mega Baseball 4 is introducing an entire lineup of new and fan-requested features that add fresh layers of depth, including an expanded trait system with Team Chemistry, Shuffle Draft, and 6 all-new stadiums. To create an even larger and more connected player base, cross-platform multiplayer has been expanded to include cross-generation matchmaking in Pennant Race and Online Leagues, so players can hit dingers with friends online across even more game systems.
Street Fighter 6 (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC)
Street Fighter 6 will be the newest title in the series and the sequel to Street Fighter V, which has shipped a cumulative 6.1 million units. Capcom is developing the title with the aim of elevating the fighting game genre to a new level in the world of esports while also utilizing its cutting-edge development technology to produce an enthralling game experience.
June 6, 2023
Diablo IV (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC)
MEET YOUR MAKER Lilith has returned to Santuary, summoned by a dark ritual after eons in exile. Her return ushers in a new era of misery and darkness. LEGIONS OF CREATION An old legend has it that Sanctuary was created by the union of an Angel and a Demon, and that their descendants — humanity — built villages, then cities and empires, spreading across the land to form the world’s cultures and civilization. A REIGN OF ENMITY Chaos threatens to consume Sanctuary as evil and impeity continue to spread. Depraved demons and corrupted wildlife roam the land unchecked, as terrified townsfolk huddle in dark corners trying to survive one more day. CULT OF PERSONALITY The pious plead for guidance from their faith, but doubts have them feeling that their devotion is misplaced. Lilith’s return has spawned a new wave of cultists and worshippers, but regardless of dogma, all prayers remain unanswered. DAUGHTER OF HATRED The daughter of Mephisto awakens burning urges in the hearts of those around her, be it demon, human or beast. Profound fears, unchecked rage, repressed impulses, sinful desires — all are brought forth violently and irresistibly by her mere presence. UNSTOPPABLE EVIL As darkness returns to sanctuary, a brave few dare to face this threat. But what fate awaits them in a land forsaken by hope, valor, wisdom, and justice?
June 20, 2023
The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC)
Defend the secrets of Hermaeus Mora and fight to preserve reality itself with The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom, part of the Shadow Over Morrowind saga. Master the new Arcanist class, explore Morrowind’s Telvanni Peninsula, and walk between worlds as you experience a new adventure that takes you from Tamriel into the mind-bending realm of Apocrypha itself.
June 22, 2023
Final Fantasy XVI (PS5)
Introducing FINAL FANTASY XVI Coming to PlayStation 5 An all-new title in the legendary FINAL FANTASY series. FINAL FANTASY XVI is the newest entry in the FINAL FANTASY series, coming to the PlayStation 5 (PS5) system. FINAL FANTASY XVI is an all-new standalone single player action RPG produced by Naoki Yoshida (FINAL FANTASY XIV, DRAGON QUEST X) and directed by Hiroshi Takai (FINAL FANTASY XIV, THE LAST REMNANT).
June 27, 2023
Story of Seasons: A Wonderful Life (PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, Nintendo Switch)
Your new life begins in Forgotten Valley, a tranquil community where your father and his friend Takakura once dreamed of running a farm. As you befriend the valley’s residents and fulfill your father’s legacy, you’ll live a carefree life on the farm growing crops and raising animals. As the seasons go by, you’ll find your lifelong partner, raise a child together, and watch them grow up before your very eyes. This remake of a beloved classic features plenty of new events, enhanced festivals, more recipes to cook, and a cornucopia of never-before-seen crops. Looking for more to do around the farm? Take pictures of your family with the new camera feature, dress up in your favorite outfits, or help your fellow residents with their requests. Whether this is your first STORY OF SEASONS adventure or you’re returning to Forgotten Valley, a wonderful life awaits you.
June 29, 2023
AEW: Fight Forever (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC)
Developed by YUKE’s Co, Ltd., creators of numerous, multi-million unit selling wrestling games, AEW: Fight Forever combines that nostalgic arcade-wrestler feel with innovative All Elite Wrestling finishers and tandem offensive moves. All Elite Wrestling is currently taking TNT and TBS networks by storm every week with their Rampage and Dynamite shows, featuring some of the biggest legends to enter the ring plus a stable of brand new, high-flying, AEW talent. AEW: Fight Forever brings the best of the best from that talent roster together in one game! Online co-op wrestling is going completely next level in Fight Forever with Tag Team matches that feature sequences of team maneuvers performed with simple commands. A deep career mode, wrestler customization, signature AEW arenas, and more match types than you can count, including some good ol’ fashioned, unsanctioned fun, all await! * Combines nostagic arcade wrestling feel with innovative All Elite Wrestling finishers and offensive moves. * Talent roster combines biggest legends to enter the ring plus brand new, high-flying AEW stars! * Single, tag-team, 3-way, 4-way, ladder, Casino Battle Royale, Falls Count Anywhere, Unsanctioned Lights Out, Exploding Barbed Wire Death and online co-op multi-player matches! * Online co-op multi-player! * Tag team matches feature a sequence of team maneuvers performed with simple commands. * Deep career mode * Wide range of customization modes: wrestler attire and appearance, move sets, entrances, teams, and arenas. * More than 40 weapons! * Mini-Games! * Daily and weekly challenges!
Gary (Patriot) is the Owner and Editor-in-Chief of LootPlex.com. He enjoys watching wrestling, playing video games (mostly looters), gardening and SEC football (Roll Tide!).
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Pre-Order AEW: Fight Forever and Get Matt Hardy and Broken Matt Hardy, Elite Edition Also Revealed
THQ Nordic and AEW have announced that console gamers who pre-order AEW: Fight Forever will receive Matt Hardy and Broken Matt Hardy.
AEW: Fight Forever can be pre-ordered now at the links below.
Xbox:
AEW Fight Forever: https://www.microsoft.com/store/productid/9nlwxnmwgjc2
AEW Fight Forever Elite Edition: https://www.microsoft.com/store/productid/9n02n4xkxfb4Sony:
AEW Fight Forever: https://store.playstation.com/concept/10005440Steam – Wishlist
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1913210/The game releases on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC on June 29th for $59.99
For $79.99, you can get the AEW: Fight Forever Elite Edition of the game, which is available on PC and consoles.
This version of the game comes with 24-hour Early Access (so June 28th release), playable wrestlers Matt Hardy, Broken Matt Hardy, Dax Harwood, Cash Wheeler, The Bunny, Keith Lee, HOOK and Danhausen, plus four mini-games inspired by AEW’s biggest wrestlers.
Gary (Patriot) is the Owner and Editor-in-Chief of LootPlex.com. He enjoys watching wrestling, playing video games (mostly looters), gardening and SEC football (Roll Tide!).
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AEW Dynamite 5/31/23 Preview
Tonight, AEW is at Viejas Arena in San Diego, California for Wednesday Night Dynamite action!
Announced for tonight’s show:
– Adam Cole and Dr. Britt Baker take on Chris Jericho and Saraya in a Mixed Tag Team Match
– Jon Moxley, Claudio Castagnoli and Wheeler Yuta battle Penta El Zero Miedo, Rey Fenix and Bandido
– Kris Statlander defends the TBS Championship against Nyla Rose
– Orange Cassidy and Darby Allin face Gates of Agony
– Don Callis and Konosuke Takeshita explain their actions from Double or Nothing
– Jay White and Juice Robinson speak
– Tony Khan makes an announcement about the premiere of AEW Collision
AEW Dynamite airs LIVE tonight at 7pm CT on TBS!
Gary (Patriot) is the Owner and Editor-in-Chief of LootPlex.com. He enjoys watching wrestling, playing video games (mostly looters), gardening and SEC football (Roll Tide!).
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Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged Releases October 19th
The sequel to 2021’s surprise hit, Hot Wheels Unleashed, will release this year.
Developer Milestone has revealed that Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged will release on October 19th. The game is coming to PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 will feature over 130 vehicles at launch including motorcycles and ATVs.
There will be five diverse environments that will utilize new skills including double jumping and lateral dashing.
The game will feature a revamped story-driven campaign that stars four original characters and will have animated cutscenes. It’ll also feature online multiplayer cross-play between all platforms except the Nintendo Switch.
Gary (Patriot) is the Owner and Editor-in-Chief of LootPlex.com. He enjoys watching wrestling, playing video games (mostly looters), gardening and SEC football (Roll Tide!).
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PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for June 2023 Announced
Sony has announced the three games that will be available for all PlayStation Plus subscribers to download from Tuesday, June 6th through Monday, July 3rd.
All three titles that make up the Monthly Games list have PS5 and PS4 versions.
NBA 2K23
With best-in-class visual presentation, up-to-date rosters and historic teams, the game has never felt more real and complete than it does in NBA 2K23. Compete as your favorite NBA and WNBA teams and stars and experience the pinnacle of true-to-life gameplay. Prove yourself against the best players in the world and showcase your talent in MyCAREER or The W. Pair today’s All-Stars with timeless legends in MyTEAM. Build a dynasty of your own as a GM or lead the league in a new direction as the Commissioner in MyNBA. PlayStation Plus members also get access to exclusive monthly MyTEAM packs in-game.
Jurassic World Evolution 2
Avoid the mistakes of the past and build your own Jurassic World for dinosaurs and visitors alike in this sequel to Frontier’s 2018 management simulation, Jurassic World Evolution. Experience exciting new features, four engaging game modes and an expanded roster of awe-inspiring dinosaurs. Immerse yourself in a compelling and original Jurassic World narrative set after the earth-shattering events of Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. Work alongside iconic characters from the films, including Dr. Ian Malcolm (voiced by Jeff Goldblum) and Claire Dearing (voiced by Bryce Dallas Howard) and lead the efforts to control, conserve and contain wild dinosaurs now rampaging across the USA.
Trek to Yomi
Trek to Yomi is an ultra-stylised cinematic action-adventure that follows an enthralling story of Hiroki during his fall against the forces of evil. Experience his heroic return to make good on his failed promise to save the people he swore to protect. As a vow to his dying Master, the young swordsman is sworn to protect his town and the people he loves against all threats. Faced with tragedy and bound to duty, the lone samurai must voyage beyond life and death to confront himself and decide his path forward.
You have until Tuesday to either download or add to your library the games from May, which are GRID Legends, Chivalry 2 and Descenders.
Gary (Patriot) is the Owner and Editor-in-Chief of LootPlex.com. He enjoys watching wrestling, playing video games (mostly looters), gardening and SEC football (Roll Tide!).
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WWE NXT 5/30/23 Preview
Tonight, WWE NXT is back in the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Florida following a fantastic Battleground event Sunday in Lowell, MA.
Announced for tonight’s episode:
– Jacy Jayne battles Gigi Dolin in a Weaponized Steel Cage Match
– Carmelo Hayes speaks after his successful NXT Championship defense against Bron Breakker at NXT Battleground
– The mystery attacker who has been targeting the womens roster will be revealed
– The build begins for NXT Great American Bash, which takes place July 30th in Cedar Park, Texas.
WWE NXT airs LIVE tonight at 7pm CT on USA Network!
Gary (Patriot) is the Owner and Editor-in-Chief of LootPlex.com. He enjoys watching wrestling, playing video games (mostly looters), gardening and SEC football (Roll Tide!).
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Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart Comes to PC on July 26th
Nixxes Software has announced that, in collaboration with Insomniac Games, they are bringing the critically acclaimed Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart to PC on July 26th.
From the PlayStation Blog:
The PC version of Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart features ray-traced reflections with a variety of quality levels to choose from and newly added ray-traced shadows for natural light in outdoor areas. This enables realistic shadows with natural gradients in softness*.
We know many PC gamers enjoy playing on ultra-wide monitors. For those, we added support for 21:9, 32:9 and up to 48:9 resolutions for triple monitor setups. Both gameplay and cutscenes are optimized for ultra-wide screens. This is possible thanks to our engineers, artists and QA team who have analyzed the game and adjusted all cinematics to ensure compatibility with panoramic aspect ratios.
The game supports unlocked framerates and includes the latest performance enhancing upscaling technologies. You’ll be able to choose from NVIDIA DLSS 3, AMD FSR 2, Intel XeSS and Insomniac Games’ Temporal Injection. NVIDIA Reflex and image quality enhancing NVIDIA DLAA are also supported.
Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart on PC offers full mouse and keyboard support with customizable controls. Controllers are also fully supported, and when using a DualSense controller on a wired connection, you can feel in-game actions coming to life in your hands with haptic feedback and dynamic trigger effects.
Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart will be available on Steam and in the Epic Games Store, head over there now to Wishlist or pre-purchase the game. If you pre-purchase ahead of launch, you’ll get access to the following in-game items early in your playthrough:
- Pixelizer Weapon
- Carbonox Armor set
The PC version includes the five armors of the Digital Deluxe Edition and the 20th Anniversary Armor Pack, with another five armors inspired by previous games in the series.
Gary (Patriot) is the Owner and Editor-in-Chief of LootPlex.com. He enjoys watching wrestling, playing video games (mostly looters), gardening and SEC football (Roll Tide!).
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Xbox Announces 10 Titles Coming Soon to Xbox Game Pass
Microsoft has revealed 10 titles that are coming soon to Xbox Game Pass, including some day one games and a couple that are available today!
Available May 30th:
Chicory: A Colorful Tale (Cloud, Console, and PC) – Chicory: A Colorful Tale is a top-down adventure game in a coloring book world where you can draw on anything. Use your painting powers to explore new places, solve puzzles, help your friends, and change the world!
Farworld Pioneers (Console and PC) – Available on day one with Game Pass: Explore the universe in this open-world, sci-fi sandbox. Expand, exploit, and adventure alone or with friends in multiplayer servers of up to 32 players. How you play is up to you: Craft, build, mine, and farm peacefully together… or strap an electric death rifle to your back and take on the galaxy!
Available June 1st:
Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 (Cloud, Console, and PC) – Roll up your sleeves and immerse yourself in the highly realistic garage environment of Car Mechanic Simulator 2021. Start as a fresh owner of a car garage and work your way towards a service empire. Get ready to get your hands dirty and work on 4000+ unique parts and over 72 different cars.
Slayers X: Terminal Aftermath: Vengance of the Slayer (Cloud, Console, and PC) – Available on day one with Game Pass: So you got what it takes to be a X Slayer?! 7 weapons, blood and gore, twisted music by Seepage & Psyko Syndikate, and maps where you can blow up everything. It’s awesome.
The Big Con (Cloud, Console, and PC) – Hustle your way across ‘90s America as a runaway teen con artist. Choose who to grift and how to make your scratch as you sneak around, don disguises, and pick pockets in this comedic crime adventure. Ride the radical ’90s wave in all its plaid and payphone glory! Do crime, make money, and have fun.
Available June 6th:
Amnesia: The Bunker (Cloud, Console, and PC) – Amnesia: The Bunker is a first-person horror game set in a desolate WW1 Bunker. Face the oppressing terrors stalking the dark corridors. Search for and use the tools and weapons at your disposal, while keeping the lights on at all costs. Overcome fear, persevere, and make your way out alive.
Hypnospace Outlaw (Cloud, Console, and PC) – Making a return to the Game Pass library, Hypnospace Outlaw is a ’90s internet simulator in which you scour Hypnospace’s wide variety of weird and wonderful websites to hunt down wrongdoers, while also keeping an eye on your inbox, avoiding viruses and adware, and downloading a plethora of apps that may or may not be useful.
Available June 8th:
Rune Factory 4 Special (Cloud, Console, and PC) – Journey to the vibrant world of Rune Factory and experience the legendary fantasy farming adventure like never before! Venture outside the town gates to explore dangerous dungeons. Use swords, spears, staves, and other weapons and magic to personalize your battle tactics as formidable monsters await in trap-laden dungeons.
Stacking (Cloud and Console) – From Tim Schafer’s Double Fine Productions, explore a vintage world inhabited by living Russian stacking dolls as you jump into more than 100 unique dolls and use their special abilities to solve a wide variety of puzzles & challenges.
Available June 13th:
Dordogne (Cloud, Console, and PC) – Available on day one with Game Pass: Immerse yourself in a unique narrative experience and explore the thousand summer colors of Dordogne as you revisit your childhood to uncover lost family secrets in this touching formative journey.
Gary (Patriot) is the Owner and Editor-in-Chief of LootPlex.com. He enjoys watching wrestling, playing video games (mostly looters), gardening and SEC football (Roll Tide!).
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Xbox Reveals Games with Gold for June 2023
Microsoft has revealed two games for Games with Gold in June for Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One.
Both games are narrative-driven titles.
Here are the details from the Xbox Wire.
- Adios ($17.99) will be available from June 1st to 30th.
- The Vale: Shadow of the Crown ($19.99) will be available from June 16th to July 15th
Adios
One choice can change everything. You are a pig farmer in Kansas who has finally had enough of your role helping the mob dispose of bodies on your farm. Your hitman friend tries to convince you to change your mind as the two of you go about the errands of the day. He knows what saying no means. This is a meditative thoughtful game that reflects on morality and spirituality with compelling writing and phenomenal voice acting. Will this be goodbye?
The Vale: Shadow of the Crown
You can close your eyes and listen. This is one of the most unique adventures you’ll experience that leverages sound and haptic controller feedback in an audio-based adventure. Break down the barriers between you as the player and your character as you feel your enemy’s breath, listen to the crunching of footsteps or the clang of weapons. Combat is intense and very different than other combat and fantasy games.
Gary (Patriot) is the Owner and Editor-in-Chief of LootPlex.com. He enjoys watching wrestling, playing video games (mostly looters), gardening and SEC football (Roll Tide!).
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WWE RAW 5/29/23 Preview
Tonight, WWE is LIVE at MVP Arena in Albany, New York for Monday Night RAW!
Announced for tonight’s show:
– Raquel Rodriguez & Shotzi, Ronda Rousey & Shayna Baszler, Bayley & Iyo Sky and Sonya Deville & Chelsea Green battle in a Four-Way Match to crown NEW WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions
– New WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins appears
– Money in the Bank Qualifying Matches begin
WWE RAW airs LIVE tonight at 7pm CT.
Gary (Patriot) is the Owner and Editor-in-Chief of LootPlex.com. He enjoys watching wrestling, playing video games (mostly looters), gardening and SEC football (Roll Tide!).
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