STACK #241 November 2024

GAMING PREVIEWS

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NOVEMBER

EMPIRE OF THE ANTS Have you ever wanted an ant’s eye view of the world? Here comes your chance, with the game adaptation of French author Bernard Werber’s sci-fi trilogy Les Fourmis , remastered for a whole new generation. Developed in Unreal Engine 5, and looking simply stunning, gameplay wise it takes a third-person, real-time strategy angle as you – an ant designated 103,683rd - aim to assure your colony’s survival. FARMAGIA Fairy Tail creator Hiro Mashima delivers us a brand new RPG adventure. Set in the prosperous underworld known as Felicidad, people and monsters live in harmony. But when the Magus Diluculum dies, a rogue general takes the opportunity to seize power for himself. It’s up to Farmagia Ten and his fellow farmers – and monsters - to stand up to and defeat the despot to liberate Felicidad. MULTIPLAYER 1/11/24

MARIO & LUIGI: BROTHERSHIP The bros are set to return in a cool, all new episode of their classic turn-based RPG adventures. The pair set sail on Shipshape Island - aka "the Brothership" - to the vast world of Concordia and explore various islands, ranging from tropical rainforests to bustling cities. They’ll meet new friends to help on their journey and encounter familiar Mushroom Kingdom faces such as Peach and Bowser. Y’S X: NORDICS DELUXE EDITION For almost 40 years, the Y’s series has captivated action RPG lovers. Now, Y’s X: Nordics offers exhilarating, fast-paced combat, a moving story of unlikely allies in young adventurer Adol and Norman pirate Karja, and naval exploration across the vibrant Obelia Gulf. Swap between the two protagonists and combine their unique strengths with the power of Mana to defeat enemies and overcome challenges. MULTIPLAYER 1/11/24

DEAD RISING DELUXE REMASTER Uh-oh, the dead are rising again! The classic original has been given a full graphics overhaul, but it’s promising to be more than just a remaster. The story of Willamette, Colorado, protagonist Frank West, a shopping mall, and all manner of undead freaks is now coming to us fully voiced, supporting auto-save, and delivering a bunch of other quality of life features (and, most certainly, quality of death!). LET’S SING 2025 It’s time for those vocal warmups, as the Let’s Sing juggernaut returns with another bumper crop of hits for us to warble away to, including all sorts of classic and latest chart toppers, plus Aussies such as Hilltop Hoods and The Veronicas. With options for both single players – including the return of career mode - and everybody at the party, and the ability to use a microphone or smartphone, it’s a summer get-together smash. MULTIPLAYER 5/11/24

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WHAT’S COMING IN

INDIANA JONES AND THE GREAT CIRCLE The next big Indy adventure will be a single player, first-person action-adventure game that’s set between the events of movies Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade . We’re in for a combination of action set

FITNESS BOXING 3: YOUR PERSONAL TRAINER Why not have some fun while you keep fit? The latest in the Fitness Boxing series, which is much like a rhythm game that helps you keep healthy at the same time, brings 30 new songs to box along to, in a workout that fits your lifestyle. There'll now be six fully voiced trainers, and you can even customise their outfits and hairstyles. Plus,

FANTASIAN: NEO DIMENSION A new game from Hironobu Sakaguchi, the creator of the legendary Final Fantasy, is a very big deal, so excitement is huge for this whole new RPG tale. Deadly infection Mechteria is robbing humans of their emotions and lives. Our protagonist Leo awakens in a strange land and, using the Warp Device that was left behind, must embark on an interdimensional journey to reclaim his lost memories and save the world.

pieces and puzzling riddles that will take us all over the world, from the Vatican, to Egypt, the Himalayas, and beyond. And, naturally, Indy’s legendary whip will get plenty of cracking in!

a new Quick Workout feature makes it even easier to boot up and get straight into boxing.

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