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Progress is the theme of the new game releases this week, whether it’s building an empire over the course of history or piecing your life back together and writing a song about it. These new games challenge you with meaningful, incremental progress in the face of what can feel like impossible odds. It’s not always about winning or surviving, but trying to do the best you can with what you’ve got.
Civilization 7 kicks off the week with a renewed vision for the legendary strategy series. Core pillars of the game have been chiseled into a new shape, offering more flexibility as you step through the ages. Soon after, visual novel detective game Urban Myth Dissolution Center tasks you with unraveling a mystery one clue at a time. Or, the day after that, you can set up shop on an island full of cute dinosaurs and expand your little business brick by brick. And at the end of the week, Tomb Raider 4, 5, and 6 return as a remastered collection for anyone hoping to fill in a few pieces of the series’ long-running history.
Here are our most anticipated game releases for the week of Feb. 10.
$60
Release date: Feb. 11
Platforms: Mac, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
The legendary strategy game series is back. This time, you can mix up history a bit and rule an empire with any leader you want, and every game is now split into three Ages. It’s the Civilization you know and love, but shaken up just a bit to give you some new ways to approach your journey through history.
$20
Release date: Feb. 11
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
In this survival game making its console debut, you’re a mom trying to get your son to safety before you turn into a zombie. It’s a grim premise for an emotional game about crafting tools and weapons to slip through its treacherous dungeons unscathed.
$18
Release date: Feb. 12
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Windows PC
Dispelling urban myths is your job in this mystery game with striking pixel art. Over the course of multiple episodes, you’ll use social media and hidden clues to unravel different myths, all while learning more about the strange company you work for.
$20
Release date: Feb. 13
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, Windows PC
Your customers are cute dinosaurs in this shop management game that’s making its way to the Switch. Every prehistoric friend has their favorites, and it’s your job to offer those at your store. As you grow your shop, the island will grow, too. And eventually, you’ll learn about the mysterious events that happened before you arrived.
Release date: Feb. 14
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox Series X
This story-focused game is set in Jakarta and puts you in the shoes of a young musician who is struggling to find a purpose in his life after the death of his girlfriend. His band has an upcoming show and needs him to come up with new material. Over 28 days, you’ll explore the city, jam with your bandmates, and try to find the motivation to be creative again.
$30
Release date: Feb. 14
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
Return to a retro Lara Croft in Aspyr’s second remastered bundle of games from the popular series. All three games have updated visuals, a photo mode, and other small tweaks. As you’re exploring caves and uncovering mysteries, you can even revert to the old polygonal graphics instantly.
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