The end of the year is finally upon us. It’s hard to believe we’re about to be halfway through this decade. Time truly has flown by.
Hopefully these games don’t simply fly past you as we try to close out 2024 with a bang. Here’s our full list of Niche Games coming in December:
ANTONBLAST
In the same vein of classic platformers like Wario or the more recent indie hit in Pizza Tower. Antonblast explodes onto the scene with it’s absurdist style and bombastic presentation to bring about a fast paced and action packed platformer.
The game follows titular character Anton as he blasts his way through levels in order to take back his stolen spirits from Satan. Every level promises to bring exciting and memorable moments as players go through them as frantically as possible.
Antonblast explodes onto Nintendo Switch and PC (via Steam) on December 3rd.
Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer
The popular workout title returns with Fitness Boxing 3. The latest in the popular franchise adds in new trainers alongside returning members. There are also 30 new catchy songs to get your feet moving as you get into the rhythm in your boxing training regimen.
Exercise isn’t the only thing you do in the game. Players will also be able to bond with the numerous trainers to learn more about them and their hobbies. Who would’ve guessed an exercise game would have a relationship mechanic?
Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer punches exclusively on Nintendo Switch on December 5th.
Infinity Nikki
Infinity Nikki is a whimsical adventure giving players a beautiful world filled with secrets and diverse areas to explore. In order to do that, they’ll have to dress up with a variety of outfits to express their style and give them powers that’ll allow them to traverse in this 3D platformer.
Beyond exploring, players will also be able to participate in many different minigames ranging from complicated puzzles to much simpler hopscotch games. There’s plenty of fun and adventure for everyone here.
Infinity Nikki prances its way onto PlayStation 5, Android, iOS, and PC (via Epic Games Store) on December 5th.
Marvel Rivals
The Marvel based hero shooter is finally here as Marvel Rivals has players taking the roles of many iconic heroes from the popular franchise in this dimension merging PvP title. The unique mechanic to separate this from the likes of Overwatch or Paladins, outside of the Marvel licensing, are the team-up skills that’ll encourage certain team compositions.
Developer NetEase has already shared their roadmap heading into the game’s official launch. Already in the near coming months of this live service title, there will be plenty of new character, map, and content launches expected in such a short time.
Marvel Rivals launches on December 5th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (via Steam and Epic Games Store).
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
The great hero Indy is back in his newest game that sees the whip-cracking hero on one of his greatest adventures yet. Evil groups are on the hunt for power in the form of the “Great Circle” and it’s up to Indiana Jones to stop them.
Players will take his role as they do battle against enemy forces with his iconic whip alongside his trademark humor and wits in order to outsmart and defeat his foes.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle releases for Xbox Series X|S and PC (via Steam) on December 8th.
Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind
Get ready for the return of the iconic Power Rangers as they’ll do battle against two Rita Repulsas? Yes, their legendary evil foe has come back and she’s not alone. With Robo Rita going back in time to recruit her younger self in order to amass a great army to crush her greatest enemy once and for all.
But the Power Rangers aren’t going to be taking this sitting down. Players will be able to play as their favorite ranger in this retro-styled beat ’em up and fighting many classic foes from the original television series.
Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind powers up on December 10th for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (via Steam). The Nintendo Switch version launches on December 19th.
On Your Tail
Get ready for a furry adventure with On Your Tail, a mystery sleuthing title with life sim elements. Players take the role of Diana, a writer taking a vacation in the coastal town of Borgo Marina. But what’s supposed to be a relaxing vacation turns into something else as a thief causes terror across the town.
It’ll be up to players to piece together the clues they find around the world as well as through their conversation with many of the quirky locals. Of course, they’ll be more than free to enjoy some of the simple minigames to take a break from all the detective work.
On Your Tail gets sleuthing on December 16th for Nintendo Switch and PC (via Steam).
