Big new video games out this week – quick links
Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War – 16 March
Games platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2
‘Lock and load into the Starship Troopers universe and join the Mobile Infantry in the most realistic depiction of war ever made! Experience an original story in this action-packed, first-person retro shooter. Would you like to know more?’
The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin – 16 March
Games platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, iOS, Android
‘The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin is an open-world anime RPG set in the universe of The Seven Deadly Sins. Step into the role of Prince Tristan of Liones and explore an open-world Britannia, as you embark on a journey to restore order to a world thrown into chaos by the collision of time and space.
Build your team from a diverse roster of heroes, each with unique abilities, and uncover an original story set within The Seven Deadly Sins universe – exclusive to Origin. Battle alongside fan-favourite characters from across the series, transcending timelines and dimensions. Meet compelling new original heroes, appearing for the first time in The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin.’
MLB The Show 26 – 17 March
Games platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch
‘Experience the most authentic on-field action yet with all-new gameplay features. Bear Down Pitching gives you more command over every pitch to own the mound and Big Zone Hitting opens up your sweet spot with better swing control at the plate. Come up clutch on both sides of the ball and leave your mark like never before.
You have more control over your journey than ever. From earning a spot at the MLB Draft Combine or honing your skills at one of 11 additional new colleges, play your way to the majors in an Expanded Amateur Years Career. Plus, see if you have what it takes to become a true legend in Road To Cooperstown, where your career achievements will be immortalised in the Hall of Fame.’
Crimson Desert – 19 March
Games platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2
‘Crimson Desert is an open-world action-adventure set on the continent of Pywel. Join Kliff on his journey to rebuild the Greymane faction and to save the land from a looming threat. From vast wilderness and cities to ruins and the mysterious Abyss, forge your path through battles and discovery.
On the continent of Pywel, the rival factions of Pailune maintained a tense balance. At Kliff’s side stood his steadfast Greymane comrades, but a devastating ambush in the deep of night by their sworn enemies the Black Bears leaves members of the Greymanes dead or scattered across the continent.’
ScreenHub: Crimson Desert hands-on preview – this open world game is huge, weird and incredibly ambitious
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – 19 March
Games platform: PC
‘Sam – with companions by his side – sets out on a new journey to save humanity from extinction. Join them as they traverse a world beset by otherworldly enemies, obstacles and a haunting question: should we have connected?
From legendary game creator Hideo Kojima comes an emotionally charged evolution of this genre-defying experience. In bringing this title to PC, Kojima Productions worked with Nixxes Software to deliver the definitive version of the critically acclaimed console release.’
