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Your Footprints.gg weekly coverage recap is here! This week: 10 games, and an average of 713 articles per title. New titles dominate the chart this week ahead of June's video games events, let's take a look. 🪖 Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is first with 1,372 articles. Much of the coverage is about the live-action trailer released yesterday, the fact that the game will be a day one Xbox Game Pass release and that players will be able to see the game in-action on June 9th. 🌠 Wuthering Waves is second with 1,031 articles, mostly guides and reviews. Released on May 22nd, the free-to-play open-world action RPG is already topping the charts in over 100 territories (gamerant). 🔫 XDefianT comes at third place with 780 articles, here again with guides and reviews. The free-to-play first-person released on May 21st has become the fastest Ubisoft game ever to pass the one million unique player mark, according to Tom Henderson. 🌳 Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree is fourth with 738 articles. The story trailer released on May 21st is still the talk of the town, along with new guides for Elden Ring as players are likely to (re-)play the game before the DLC launches on June 21st. ⛏️ Fortnite is in fifth with 657 articles. Guides and reviews are published for Chapter 5, Season 3, also known as Wrecked. Released a few days ago, this new season has won the hearts of players, with the exception of some who are unhappy with the speed at which XP is being earned. 💀 Helldivers 2 is sixth with 605 articles. After two weeks of little activity, players received a new Major Order on May 23rd and won a new mech. Two days ago, Arrowhead’s Chief Creative Officer revealed that players are on the "evil side", comparing them to Stormtroopers. 🦸 Multiversus is seventh with 554 articles. A Jason Fighter Move Sets trailer was released last week, along with leaks for Season 1 Battle Pass skins. There are also plenty of guides and reviews for this Smash Bros-like game, which launched for free yesterday. ⚔️ Hellblade 2 is eighth with 535 articles. Many guides and reviews have been published since the game's release on May 21st. ✨ Genshin Impact is ninth with 431 articles. A new trailer was released on the 24th of May, showcasing upcoming content and features for the 4.7 update, such as the Imaginarium Theatre and a new endgame battle mode. 🛡️ Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 ends the chart with 423 articles. Two new gameplay videos were unveiled at the Warhammer Skulls showcase on May 23rd, showing off the PvP and PvE modes. These will keep fans waiting a little bit more until the game's release on September 9th. ⭐ And that's it for this week, see you next Wednesday! As always, if you're a PR or marketing person curious about Footprints and what it can do, make sure to drop us a line at [email protected]! You can also message Lisa Eliasson or Charlotte Parker.

What do the most-played PC games of August 2024 have in common? 🤔 They're not from 2024. The newest entry is already 4 years old. 😲 According to the Newzoo report, the top 10 most-played PC games in August: 1. Roblox - Released in 2006 2. Minecraft - Released in 2009 3. Fortnite - Released in 2017 4. The Sims 4 - Released in 2014 5. CS2 GO - Released in 2012 (I know, CS2 is from 2023 but c'mon) 6. Call of Duty Warzone - Released in 2020 (Yes, MW3 is from 2023, I know) 7. League of Legends - Released in 2009 8. Valorant - Released in 2020 9. GTA V - Released in 2013 10. Rocket League - Released in 2015 I understand the appeal of those titles. Heck, I played most of those games myself (especially Warzone during lockdown! Still remember the heart pounding when it was just us vs. the other team. Absolute fire!🔥) But whenever I see lists like that, I wonder how the hell a game that comes out today can even compete with those well-established behemoths with millions of active users, dedicated communities, and a constant influx of content. There is still room for breakthrough hits (I'm looking at you, Wukong 🐒), but at the same time, it feels like many games will be doomed to live in the shadows of those giants. What do you think about it? ----------- Newzoo report: https://lnkd.in/d_jRwiEm

Let's take a look at Valve's new game, Deadlock. This is the company's first game in many years and it's set in a new universe. So, what do we see? It's a mix of Dota, Team Fortress 2, and Fortnite. Both Valve games are hugely successful. Will this new game succeed? It's hard to say, but it looks like a competitor to Fortnite. It's a MOBA, so you need to destroy the throne and towers. Destroy towers to earn skill points. You can pick up various power-ups on the battlefield. There are teleporters, ziplines, and the map size is huge. Is it too much for six players? You have a team, so you need to act together. But why six players on four lanes? Some lanes will be empty, or two will have only one player each. There are many questions. The gameplay footage shows little action. There's a lot of running around, and it's unclear if it will be too boring. In Dota, there's no time to relax. It's surprising that Valve has been so active lately. They release a new Dota patch or host a big event with a free battle pass. It's impressive.

Every Video Game Release Date (September 2024) September is looking to be an interesting month for video games across major platforms, with releases ranging from The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom to Starfield's Shattered Space DLC. Although September might not be the prime spot of all the biggest titles, tucked in between the summer blockbuster schedule and the uptick of major games gunning for the holiday season, it's a nice time to see plenty of strong projects that might struggle in the most competitive slots. Some of these are remasters, ports, and DLCs, and ports, but some of the most exciting options are new games entirely. https://lnkd.in/g8eX9ShM

Curious about the gaming landscape in 2024? From innovative single-player adventures to thrilling multiplayer experiences, there's no shortage of standout titles across every major platform. Lysfanga: The Time Shift Warrior challenges PC players with its unique squad-based gameplay, while Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden delivers a haunting RPG experience on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. Helldivers 2 amps up the action with hilarious squad shooter antics on PlayStation and PC, while Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth continues the beloved Yakuza franchise's legacy with a sprawling RPG adventure across various platforms. Tekken 8 brings intense fighting game action to PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, and Palworld offers a hybrid survival experience on Xbox and PC. Finally, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown shines as a standout Metroidvania experience on multiple platforms, featuring meticulous level design and compelling platforming challenges. With such a diverse lineup of games, we're curious: what are your top picks for 2024 so far? Share your favorite titles and experiences in the comments below! Check out this great article! https://lnkd.in/eW5uibJ4 🎮 #Gaming2024 #TopPicks

Helldivers II became the highest-earning game of February, according to Newzoo 💴 In February, Helldivers II earned more than any other game on PC and consoles. The main markets in terms of revenue are the USA and the UK. 📊 The game ranked 15th in terms of MAU. Within its genre, the game ranked sixth across all platforms. 🎯 Considering only shooters, Helldivers II holds the third position on PS and sixth on PC in terms of MAU. 👨👩👧👦 4.8% of the entire PC and PlayStation audience played Helldivers II in February. ⌛ The average player spent 20.2 hours per month battling for the future of Super Earth in the game. This ranks 75th among all games and 7th among shooters. 📊 35.3% of Helldivers II owners also play Fortnite; 31% play Palworld, and 28.4% play Lethal Company. 📊 In terms of shooters, the biggest overlaps are with The Finals (17.5%), the Call of Duty series (16.5%), and Evil West (16.5%). 🤼 The largest overlap among paying players is with the Call of Duty series (44.6%), Lethal Company (42.6%), and Fortnite (37.8%). 🎥 In February, the game accumulated 21 million hours of views. It ranks 17th in terms of views for the month and 7th among shooters. [NB: Newzoo takes into account 37 markets, excluding China and India. Revenue is collected from the USA, UK, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain] Source: https://lnkd.in/er5D8Pfd

Did you know that you can create both single- and multiplayer games with MANU? Take a look at this one! Dive into the chaotic world of Nebula Rivals: Arena - a first-person multiplayer game for up to 4 people reminiscent of the classics, Quake and Doom. But beware, this isn't your typical stroll down memory lane. In this twisted version of nostalgia, you and your team of four friends find yourselves trapped in a space base straight out of a sci-fi nightmare. As you navigate the labyrinthine corridors, dodging bullets and evading enemies, remember one thing: self-preservation is key. With every step, the threat of impending doom looms large, reminding you that in this game, survival isn't just a goal — it's a necessity. But fear not, for amidst the chaos, there's a glimmer of hope: the healing stations scattered throughout the base. Utilize them wisely, for they may be the only thing standing between you and an untimely demise. Test it here: https://manu.org/games/13

Do you want to know the UK Chart top 10 games of the week, with a twist of humor and a dash of sarcasm? Check out Matt Max’s article, where he counts down the best games, and makes fun of them along the way. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll cheer. Read it now! #comedygaming #mattmax #top10games

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