With the upcoming of a yet another new month, many of the big companies will be putting up their games online for pre-order with some of the much awaited ones, (yes, I am talking about The Crew!) and some of the most followed games. And, this is not just a good month for console gamers; PC and Steam will be getting the same love as well as but with much cheaper deals for most of the games with The Elder Scrolls Online being one of the few exceptions.Here is a list of the top ten games that are available for pre-order in August/September:
#1 Assassin\'s Creed: Unity
Assassin’s Creed: Unity is the seventh major installment in the Assassin’s Creed series, and is set to be released on October, 28 this year. It will be available for sale on Windows, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One only, and is up for pre-order for Indian customers online.
Retaining most of the game’s core-element, Assassins’s Creed Unity will see the introduction of cooperative multiplayer, a first in the series which will allow up to four players to play together. Arno Dorian, a native Frenchman is the primary protagonist of this installment which is set in Paris during the French Revolution era.
Platforms
PC: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 28 October 2014.
Xbox One: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 1 October 2014.
PlayStation 4: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 28 October 2014.
System Requirements for PC
Even though the official system requirements are yet to be announced by Ubisoft, this is how it will most likely look like:
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#2 Grand Theft Auto V
The gaming world has been buzzing since the release of Grand Theft Auto V. People, right, left and center, are going crazy to get their hands on a copy of the game. GTA V is the biggest game yet and Rockstar have made sure that it feels like it.
Already a massive hit with their Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 sales, GTA V will be now available for pre-orders for the next-Gen consoles.
Platforms
Xbox One: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 31 December 2014.
PlayStation 4: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 31 December 2014.
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#3 Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor
Monolith Productions’ Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor will be getting an early release, most likely a week earlier than expected.
The game’s version for PlayStation 3 and 4, and Xbox 360 and One will be launched on September 30 instead of the predicted date of October 7, while it will be released a week later for PC users, on October 2 specifically.
The reason behind this move could be the excitement among the fans and the community who have been anticipating the game for a long time now.
Platforms
PC: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 7 October 2014.
Xbox 360: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 7 October 2014.
PlayStation 3: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 7 October 2014.
Xbox One: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 7 October 2014.
PlayStation 4: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 7 October 2014.
System Requirements for PC
Minimum:
- Operating System: Windows Vista SP SP1 or Windows 7 or Windows 8 (both 32/64bit versions)
- Processor: Intel Core i5-750, 2.67 GHz | AMD Phenom II X4 965, 3.4 GHz
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 | AMD Radeon HD 6950
- DirectX: Version 11
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Hard Drive: 25 GB available space
Recommended:
- Operating System: 64-bit: Windows Vista SP SP1 or Windows 7 or Windows 8 (both 32/64bit versions)
- Processor: Intel Core i7-3770, 3.4 GHz | AMD FX-8350, 4.0 GHz
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 | AMD Radeon HD 7970
- DirectX: Version 11
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Hard Drive: 40 GB available space
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#4 Destiny
From the creators of multi-billion dollar conception Halo, Bungie developers are set to uncover their upcoming mythic science fiction called Destiny.
The multiplayer first person shooter will be massive in terms of online features and will be roleplaying in nature. It will be published by Activision as a part of their 10 year deal and will release on 9th September, 2014.
The setting is in a post-apocalyptic ‘Golden Age’ seven hundred years into the future. The plot revolves around the concept of ‘The Traveller’ who is responsible for the scattered colonization of humans throughout the Solar system. But after”the Collapse” occurred, mankind faces the threat of extinction as the ruins of their races lie buried in the dunes of Mars, hidden in the jungles of Venus, lost in a wild and abandoned Earth.
Platforms
Xbox 360: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 9 September 2014.
PlayStation 3: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 9 September 2014.
Xbox One: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 9 September 2014.
PlayStation 4: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 9 September 2014.
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#5 The Crew
One of the most awaited games, the Crew is an upcoming racing video game set in an open world environment, that allows the user to take part in a relentless ride to infiltrate and overtake the 510s, a gang grown around Detroit’s illegal street racing scene.
Developed by Ivory Tower and Ubisoft Reflections, the game is available for pre-order for PC and PlayStation 4.
Platforms
PC: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 11 November 2014.
PlayStation 4: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 11 November 2014.
System Requirements for PC
Minimum system requirements:Operating System: Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 (64bit)Processor: Intel Core2 Quad Q9300 @ 2.5 GHz or better; AMD Athlon II X4 620 @ 2.6 GHz or betterRAM: 4GBVideo card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 or AMD Radeon HD4870 (512MB VRAM with Shader Model 4.0 or higher)
Recommended system requirements:Operating System: Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 (64bit)Processor: Intel Core i5 750 @ 2.66 GHz or better; AMD Phenom II X4 940 @ 3.0 GHz or betterRAM: 8GBVideo card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX580 or AMD Radeon HD6870 (1024MB VRAM with Shader Model 5.0 or higher)
Buy the game for just Rs 1499
#6 Tom Clancy\'s The Division
Ubisoft is coming up with yet another masterpiece titled “Tom Clancy’s The Division” under the Tom Clancy brand. The third person tactical role playing shooter waiting to be released sometime in 2014 (official date unannounced) is being developed for Microsoft Windows, Xbox One and Playstation 4.
Originally being developed for eighth generation consoles, the game is set in a post-pandemic struck New York City where devastation has spread through causing the city to become devoid of basic needs in only a matter of 5 days. Following a state of panic and chaos without any food or water, a strategic team of self-supported tactical agents called “The Division” is formed.
In a fight against the abolishment of society, the player will find themselves playing as these agents both in single player as well as in massive multi player online situations. Caught up in an epic conspiracy and forced to combat not only the threats of a man-made virus, but also the ones responsible for it , your mission is to restore order, team up with other agents and take back New York.
Platforms
PC: Available for pre-order.
PlayStation 4: Available for pre-order.
System Requirements for PC
Minimum Requirements :
- Operating System: Windows XP / Vista
- Processor: AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core 6000+ / Intel Core 2 Duo E6700 2.66GHz
- RAM: 3 GB
- Hard Disk space: 20 GB
- DirectX: dx11
- Video Card: ATI Radeon R7 250 / NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450
Recommended Requirements :
- Operating System: Windows 7
- Processor: AMD Phenom II X6 1100T / Intel Core i5-4430 3.0GHz
- RAM: 6 GB
- Hard Disk space: 20 GB
- DirectX: dx11
- Video Card: ATI Radeon R9 280 / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760
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#7 EA Sports UFC
Renowned sports video game maker, EA Sports will be releasing their new upcoming game, UFC which is it’s second foray into the fighting genre of Mixed Martial Arts.
The UFC franchise was first owned by THQ, however, it’s recent demise spelled a perfect opportunity for competitor Electronic Arts to swoop, and make it a part of it’s long list of famous sports game licenses.
Although the trailer features some extremely impressive visuals and game-play mechanics, the jury is out on how the it will eventually play out after it’s official release.
The game is being released only on two platforms, Xbox One and PS4. The team’s creative director Brian Hayes, confirmed that there are no plans for a Wii U release, and would focus solely on the eighth gen twins.
Platforms
PlayStation 4: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 30 July 2014.
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#8 Pro Evolution Soccer 15
Pro Evolution Soccer 2015 is centered on the mantra ‘the pitch is ours.’ Through the combined efforts of the Tokyo and Windsor-based PES Productions team, the heart-thumping and nail-biting moments of top-flight football have been perfectly recreated.
PES 2015 sees a true return to core PES values of total control, super responsive controls and renowned gameplay, where the user has unrestricted control over how they play. KONAMI has completely reworked a raft of key elements to ensure every pass, shot or off-the-ball run is finely balanced to give maximum player satisfaction within PES 2015’s on-field action.
Platforms
Xbox 360: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 30 September 2014.
PlayStation 3: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 30 September 2014.
Xbox One: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 30 September 2014.
PlayStation 4: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 30 September 2014.
System Requirements for PC
Minimum Requirements :
- Operating System: Windows XP / Vista
- Processor: AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core 6000+ / Intel Core 2 Duo E6700 2.66GHz
- RAM: 3 GB
- Hard Disk space: 20 GB
- DirectX: dx11
- Video Card: ATI Radeon R7 250 / NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450
Recommended Requirements :
- Operating System: Windows 7
- Processor: AMD Phenom II X6 1100T / Intel Core i5-4430 3.0GHz
- RAM: 6 GB
- Hard Disk space: 20 GB
- DirectX: dx11
- Video Card: ATI Radeon R9 280 / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760
Buy the game here for just Rs 999
#9 Batman: Arkham Knight
In the explosive finale to the Arkham series, Batman faces the ultimate threat against the city he is sworn to protect.
The Scarecrow returns to unite an impressive roster of super villains, including Penguin, Two-Face and Harley Quinn, to destroy The Dark Knight forever.
Batman: Arkham Knight introduces Rocksteady’s uniquely designed version of the Batmobile, which is drivable for the first time in the franchise. The addition of this legendary vehicle, combined with the acclaimed gameplay of the Batman Arkham series, offers gamers the ultimate and complete Batman experience as they tear through the streets and soar across the skyline of the entirety of Gotham City.
Platforms
PC: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 30 September 2014.
PlayStation 4: Available for pre-order, and will be released on 30 September 2014.
System Requirements for PC
Minimum Requirements :
- Operating System: Windows 7
- Processor: AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core 4800+ / Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 2.4GHz
- RAM: 2 GB
- Hard Disk space: 25 GB
- DirectX: dx 10
- Video Card: ATI Radeon HD 6670 DDR3 / NVIDIA GeForce GT 630 DDR3
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible.
Recommended Requirements :
- Operating System: Windows 7
- Processor: AMD Phenom II X4 965 / Intel Core i5-750 Quad 2.66GHz
- RAM: 4 GB
- Hard Disk space: 25 GB
- DirectX: dx11
- Video Card: ATI Radeon HD 6950 GDDR5 / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 GDDR5
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible.
Buy the game here for just Rs 1499
#10 The Elder Scrolls Online
After a brief early access period for the gamers who purchased the Imperial Edition of the game, Zenimax Online Studios’ massively multiplayer online role-playing game The Elder Scrolls Online was released for PC and Mac in digital and physical formats.
The Elder Scrolls Online will take players to locations from previous Elder Scrolls games like Morrowind, Daggerfall and many other locations. The game is set to release for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One later this year, and you can pre-order for its PS4 version.
Platforms
PlayStation 4: Available for pre-order
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