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Hack and Slash Playstation 4 Hack'and'slash Upcoming PS4 Video Games hack and slash playstation 4 hack'and'slash Upcoming PS4 Video Games. A list of Upcoming hack'and'slash video games for PS4 sorted by popularity among gamers . PlayStation 4 is the 8th generation console from Sony. It was released on November 15th, 2013 in North America and two weeks later, on November 29th, in Europe. Other than its predecessor, PS4 has a PC-like architecture, with its �heart� manufactured by AMD (8-core Jaguar CPU and 1,84 teraflops GPU) assisted by 8 GB of RAM. Browse the Encyclopedia by genre and tags. Each game has one main genre: Action, Fighting, Puzzle, Adventure, RPG, Sports, Strategy, Simulation, Party, Racing, Arcade. You can search multiple tags and filter games by platforms, scores, or release dates. Diablo II: Resurrected. RPG 23 September 2021. Diablo 2: Resurrected is a refreshed version of the cult hack'n'slash game from Blizzard Entertainment, featuring visual and system changes and gameplay improvements to both the base version of the classic and the Lord of Destruction expansion pack. God of War: Ragnarok. Action 2022. The sixth main part of a series of TPP action adventure games, published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. In God of War: Ragnarok we once again play the role of Kratos, who together with his son Atreus takes part in the conflict of Nordic gods and giants. Godfall. Action 10 August 2021. Action game based on the looter shooter scheme, but set in a fantasy reality. Godfall focuses on single or cooperative melee encounters with computer opponents and developing the hero by acquiring new equipment. Babylon's Fall. Action TBA. Babylon's Fall is an action adventure game set in a fantasy world. The game was developed by PlatinumGames and offers a typical for this studio, elaborate arcade combat system that provides dynamic battles as well as a wide selection of attacks and special techniques. Magic: Legends. MMORPG, which takes place in the universe known from the extremely popular Magic: The Gathering card game developed for years by Wizards of the Coast. The production was developed by Cryptic Studios (Neverwinter, City of Heroes). BloodRayne Betrayal: Fresh Bites. Arcade TBA. Eitr is an action-RPG based on the Norse mythology. It's the first game developed by the British studio Eneme Entertainment. Game's plot focuses on Yggdrasil, the world tree, that connects all of the nine worlds. When it was infected with a poisonous substance, the plague began to spread all over the nine realms. We play as a redheaded female warrior bestowed with powerful abilities by Loki, the trickster god. With those powers, she will try to stop the incoming darkness. Gatewalkers. Mix of cooperative action and team RPG created by Polish independent studio A2 Softworks. Gatewalkers takes place in a procedurally generated fantasy world. Conan Chop Chop. Action September 2021. Conan Chop Chop is a two-dimensional action adventure game with roguelike elements, characterized by black humour and cartoon graphics, which is set in the fantastic universe of Conan. Imperatum. Imperatum is an hack'n'slash RPG, the action of which takes place in the distant future. The players take on the role of warriors trying to stop the invasion of an alien race on the galactic empire of humanity. The game boils down mainly to character development and combat. 4 hack and slash titles for the PlayStation 4. Hack and slash games are intensive and thrilling action games, which are very popular and can be found in many gamers’ collections. The thrill and action-packed ride that hack and slash games offer are some of the best experiences in the world of video games. These games are thrilling, fast and intense and are a treat for serious gamers. So, with that out of the way, let us take a look at some of the top hack and slash games on the PlayStation 4. God of War. One of the highest-rated games on the platform, God of War has turned out to be one of the best selling titles on the PlayStation 4. A Sony exclusive, God of War has redefined the third person adventure game with a deep story and interesting and flawed characters. Following Kratos to his son Atreus, the game takes us on an intense journey through Norse mythology and the various gods that make up their pantheon. The graphics on God of War are notable with vibrant and magical locales giving way to bone-crunching combat with all the bells and whistles you’d expect from a triple-A title. If you’re a fan of exciting and engaging games, then you cannot afford to miss out on God of War for the PS4. God of War III Remastered. With God of War III Remastered, one gets to relive the game's third installment in all its glory. You start the title on an intense note as Kratos is thrown into the middle of a massive battle between the Titans and the Olympians. The notable storyline takes you all over the mystical lands of Greek Mythology like the House of Hades, limbo and more. The graphics have been updated to a slicker format and everything looks detailed and crisp. The in-game world feels even better with extra detailing and scale. It is a worthy successor to the God of War franchise and is a reminder of why Playstation users adore God of War. Nier: Automata. Humans have left the world after an invasion. Now, the only thing that remains is destruction and robots. If you want to fight the robots and aliens, this is a game for you. With a unique storyline, it feels fresh. Combat is one of the great aspects of the game with some amazing fights. The visuals and sound effects seem different, yet interesting. While playing, you get used to one thing, which is that your next step can lead you into a number of possibilities. Unexpected objects appear, unexpected fights can come from anywhere and anytime. All these make you wonder what more could happen. The high action sequences need to be well-planned as the player need not only focus on power but also devise a plan to defeat the opponent. So, if you are looking for a high action engaging game but are bored of fighting humans on a war field or creepy demons, this can be your next game purchase. Berserk and the Band of the Hawk. All the fans of Berserk, get ready. Berserk and the Band of the Hawk is a fast-paced game, which is fun and enjoyable. The action of fighting hundreds of opponents sounds enticing and one also feels competitive while playing. Addition of more characters to play makes the game feel more creative and dynamic. The graphics look good with nice visuals and sound effects. Anime fans will surely love the visuals. The gameplay and combat feel solid which makes you play the game even for longer hours without being bored. With more and more changes and additions and engaging combat, it really creates an experience that hack and slash fans want. Top 15 Action RPGs for the PC. September 2016 Update: We’ve added a number of new titles to the list to detail the upcoming action role-playing games slated for release on the PC in 2016. Take a look at what’s on the slate for release this year. Putting together a list of top role-playing games that fuse real-time action with RPG elements on the pc was quite a tall order, since there have been some great games that have hit the platform. Choices were made based on a number of different criteria, including writing quality, storytelling, player choices, and game mechanics. Every action RPG fan should play these games. 2016 Addition: Dark Souls 3. Dark Souls 3 is a game that needs no real introduction. Designed as a tough-as-nails frustration simulator, you’re gonna have to “git gud” or die trying. Offering a host of challenges, ranging from armored knights to bizarre, Lovecraftian monsters, Dark Souls 3 is something you don’t want to miss. 2016 Addition: Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem. Playing a bit like Diablo, but with a rotateable camera and much better graphics, Wolcen promises to deliver a brand new action RPG experience using innovative game mechanics and an open class system. It’s gorgeous. Just look at it! #15 The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing: Final Cut. Players will embark an adventure in a gothic-noir world, where mad science threatens the peace between monsters and mortals. The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing: Final Cut is a collection of all three Van Helsing games, packaged and remastered into a single, cohesive action RPG. #14 Dark Souls 2. Dark Souls 2 is an action role-playing game set in an open world environment. It’s regarded, and rightfully so, as one of the hardest games of all time. Sequel to the equally challenging Dark Souls , Dark Souls 2 engages players to find a cure for their curse by traveling through the dark land of Drangleic. #13 Grim Dawn. From the makers of Titan Quest comes Grim Dawn , a game set in a post-apocalyptic steampunk universe where the world has been ravaged by magic and technology run amuck. Although primarily loot-driven like its predecessor, players get to make choices along the way, which makes it interesting for an action RPG. Strangers on the road, families, and even entire villages may live or perish based on the player’s actions. #12 Sacred. If you took Diablo and placed it next to Oblivion expecting them to have cute demonic offspring, Sacred would probably be the offspring – a sprawling map that seemingly never ends and a colourful presentation from an isometric perspective are set before you.
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