From Final Fantasy 7 to Mario – all the biggest game releases in February 2024

THE start of the year is usually quiet when it comes to gaming releases, but 2024 feels a little different.

With so many incredible games coming out before the holidays, we didn't expect the first few months of the year to be so packed.

Suicide Squad is one of the most highly anticipated games of the yearCredit: Rocksteady

But whether you like superhuman crime fighters or toy-based puzzles, there's something for you this month.

Here are all the biggest releases coming in February 2024.

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League

The villains transform into the heroes of the story as the Suicide Squad must defeat the Justice League.

Controlled by the ancient villain Brainiac, the team must kill the Justice League before they destroy the world with their superhuman powers.

In addition to the story, Suicide Squad has four playable characters, so you can try out different styles or play with friends.

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League will be released on February 2 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

Persona 3 Reload takes the classic PS2 game and gives it a new coat of paint, similar to the highly popular Persona 5.

As the Dark Hour arrives around midnight, you must storm the Tower of Tartarus while the world sleeps.

At other times of the day, you can interact with those around you to strengthen your bonds and awaken the power within you.

If you want to read more, check out our Persona 3 Reload review.

Persona 3 Reload launches on February 2 for PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

Square Enix has developed its own version of the popular third-person splatter Splatoon, except you spread foam.

There are both single-player and multiplayer matches where you can work together in teams of four to mark your territory.

Players will fight to cover the arena with mountains of foam while preventing others from taking the arena back.

Foamstars will be released on February 6 exclusively for PS4 and PS5.

While Helldivers was a top-down shooter, Helldivers 2 changes the formula, turning it into a third-person shooter.

With multiplayer for up to four people, you can team up with friends to find your way to your goal while keeping an eye out for friendly fire.

Helldivers 2 will be released on February 8 for PS5 and PC.

Skull and Bones has been delayed so many times that people thought it would never be released.

However, it has a solid release date and soon everyone will be able to explore the high seas, play pirates and engage in naval warfare.

Based on the popularity of Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag, people were excited to see the idea expanded into a full game.

Skull and Bones releases on February 16 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

A remake of the Game Boy Advance crossover Mario vs. 2024 Donkey Kong for Nintendo Switch.

Mario will chase Donkey Kong to retrieve his stolen toys through tight platforming levels.

Mario vs. Donkey Kong will be released on February 16 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch.

As you enter portals to other worlds, you must gather resources to build your home base.

The world around you is collapsing, but by finding rare materials from other planets you can rebuild your community.

Yes, it's another survival crafting game, but one that tries to offer you more freedom and with an emphasis on creation.

Nightingale will be released on February 22 for PC.

The second part of Cloud's journey is almost here and the gang will leave Midgar and enter the open world for the first time.

With new playable characters, players can finally explore the world, which features improved systems from the original.

It was named the most anticipated game of 2024 as people can't wait to see the sequel to Final Fantasy 7 Remake.

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth will be released on February 29 exclusively for PS5.

If you want to read more about game releases, check out our Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth review.

Written by Georgina Young on behalf of GLHF.

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