New video games releasing this week: July 17 – July 23

17.07.2017

Splatoon 2 and the Destiny 2 beta aren’t the one scorching nonsense dropping this week. Get set.

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There’s a good bit occurring this week, simply to throw us all for a loop after we’re settling into the summer time launch drought fugue state.

First up is Splatoon 2, the Switch’s subsequent large factor. The first recreation was wonderful however arrived late within the Wii U’s lifespan; hopefully the Switch’s excited new set up base means this family-friendly however frantic shooter will get much more consideration. Did you be a part of the Splatoon 2 Splatfest demo this weekend?

Speaking of shooters, you should definitely take a look at the Destiny 2 beta, which goes to go large this week. PS4 gamers can soar in on Tuesday if they’ve pre-order or bonus entry codes, whereas everybody else has to attend a day or extra. For all the data on that, take a look at our guide to redeeming Destiny 2 beta codes and start times information.

A few scorching indies are spreading to new platforms this week, too. Amazing stop-start motion scene choreography affair Superhot arrives on PS4, whereas emotional walking simulator What Remains of Edith Finch hits Xbox One.

That’s not all that’s occurring although. Unusual MOBA Gigantic releases in full for PC and Xbox One after a troubled history of being yet another game cancelled by Microsoft. Level-5 followers are wanting ahead to Layton’s Mystery Journey: Katrielle and The Millionaire’s Conspiracy on cell. There’s a little bit of buzz across the launch of Orcs Must Die Unchained amongst greenskin followers, too.

New online game releases for July 17 by July 23

Tuesday, July 18

Destiny 2 beta early entry (PS4)
Orcs Must Die Unchained (PS4)
99 Vidas (PS3, PS4, Vita, with cross-buy)
Archangel (PSVR)
Children of Zodiarcs (PS4)
Fallen Legion: Flames of Rebellion (Vita)
Fallen Legion: Sins of an Empire (PS4)
RobotRiot: Hyper Edition (PS4)
Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles (PC, PS4)

Wednesday, July 19

Destiny 2 beta early entry (Xbox One)
Moon Hunters (Xbox One)
What Remains of Edith Finch (Xbox One)

Thursday, July 20

Gigantic (PC, Xbox One)
Layton’s Mystery Journey: Katrielle and The Millionaire’s Conspiracy (Android, iOS)
Lone Echo (Oculus Rift)
Galaxy Blaster (Wii U)