Here’s which sci-fi video game releases of 2023 fans of the genre should keep an eye on.
Science fiction video games happen to be some of the most anticipated and yearned-for titles every year. Between the big AAA blockbuster releases from industry-defining studios and publishers to the smaller indie games looking to leave their mark on the genre, there are plenty of sci-fi games worth diving into.
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As with most years in the modern era of gaming 2023 is set to see the release of dozens of sci-fi games ranging from horror and 2D platformers to narrative-driven and roguelike experiences. Sure it’s hard to deny how excited people are for Bethesda’s Starfield, but there’s also more than a handful of sci-fi games flying a bit under the radar worthy of everyone’s time and attention in 2023.
It’s hard to grow tired of hand-drawn aesthetics in the world of indie games and RedCandleGames manages to prove that sentiment once more. Their upcoming Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice-inspired platformer Nine Sols brings together aspects of Eastern fantasy and sci-fi elements to create a world worth exploring and overcoming.
It’s looking to provide fans of the Souls-like genre with a 2D platformer offering rewarding difficulty, engaging combat, and a world players will want to learn more about. There is currently a demo on Steam for those interested in it, as well as the ability to wishlist it to be notified as soon as it has been specifically dated for 2023.
People seek out sci-fi experiences for various reasons, but the world of horror and sci-fi often finds themselves mixing throughout the history of video games. At Summer Game Fest 2022, a studio by the name of Lunar Software introduced their game, Routine.
Very much inspired by System Shock and the like, players have to explore a space station filled with corrupted and violent A.I. that serves as a looming danger for anyone in their vicinity. The game’s graphical fidelity and sound design stood out most during its reveal, which are two aspects that greatly affect how immersive and rewarding a horror-focused game can be.
Every gamer over a certain age likely has fond memories of the original System Shock, for most these days it’s simply known as the series that inspired Bioshock.
