2022-2023 is shaping up to be an exciting year for gamers, with a wide variety of new titles on the horizon. Here are nine of the most highly-anticipated games you must play.
1. Elden Ring
Developed by FromSoftware and directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki, the creator of "Bloodborne" and the "Dark Souls" series, "Elden Ring" is a highly-anticipated action RPG that is set in a brand new world. Players will take on the role of a character who is tasked with exploring the land and uncovering the secrets of Elden Ring, which is said to be the source of all life.
2. Horizon Zero Dawn 2
The sequel to the hit 2017 game "Horizon Zero Dawn," this action RPG is set in a post-apocalyptic world where humanity lives in small tribes and robotic creatures roam the land. Players will once again take on the role of Aloy, a skilled hunter and archer, as she explores the world and uncovers the truth behind the ancient civilization that created the robotic creatures.
3. Deathloop
Developed by Arkane Studios, the creators of "Dishonored," "Deathloop" is a first-person shooter that takes place on an island where two assassins, Colt and Julianna, are stuck in a time loop. The game will feature a mix of stealth and action gameplay, and players will be able to choose to play as either Colt or Julianna as they try to break the time loop.
4. Hitman 3
The final installment in the "World of Assassination" trilogy, "Hitman 3" will once again put players in the shoes of Agent 47 as he takes on a variety of assassination contracts. The game will feature a variety of new locations, including Dubai and China, and will introduce new gameplay mechanics such as the ability to use cameras to scout out levels.