The Triple-I Initiative is a new showcase created by a group of developers and publishers including Mega Crit, Evil Empire, Gearbox Publishing (now Ace Games), Poncle, Thunder Lotus, Red Hook, and so many more.
The showcase featured the world premiere of upcoming games and update announcements from some of the titles already in the hands of gamers. One thing that set The Triple-I Initiative apart from all other showcases was that it didn’t feature any adverts.
There is a growing trend of publishers creating proprietary showcases. This trend is further threatening the continued existence of cross-platform events like Summer Game Fest and other similar events. Last year, E3 was officially discontinued after a series of pushbacks.
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This new trend in game marketing is one of the hangovers from the COVID-19 pandemic. Following the restrictions of movement to contain the pandemic, developers and publishers started seeking new ways to attract gamers which led to a boom in digital showcase events.
The Triple-I Initiative will likely not be the last of the showcases that will spring up this year and in the coming years. However, only time will tell if these new showcases will become a yearly staple or be short-lived. Without further chitchats, let’s dive into every game that was announced at The Triple-I Initiative showcase on April 10, 2024.
Slay the Spire II
Opening the maiden edition of The Triple-I Initiative was the announcement of Slay the Spire II. The first edition which was released in 2017 was a roguelike deck-building game. It was developed by Mega Crit and published by Humble Bundle. It is unclear if the sequel will be a follow-up or an entirely new experience. Early Access is expected in 2025.
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Risk of Rain 2 Devotion Update
Risk of Rain 2 is another roguelike third-person shooter developed by Hopoo Games and published by Gearbox Publishing (now Ace Games). The game will get a new update soon which will include a new stage called Verdant Falls, a new artifact including Devotion and Delusion, and an Alternate skin called The Prisoner. No date was given for the release of the new update.
Kill Knight
Kill Knight received a world premiere at The Triple-I Initiative. The game dares players to descend into a castle below hell itself. The game features a top-down view and players will have to survive waves of enemies. The game developed by PlaySide is scheduled for release this year but no date has been given yet.
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Shadows of Doubt
This pixelated game designed by Fireshine Games is a first-person detective stealth that challenges players to gather clues to find a serial killer before they have a chance to kill again. The Sharpshooter Assassin update is available on Steam.
My Time at Sandrock
An interesting update is coming to My Time at Sandrock. It was revealed at The Triple-I Initiative that the game will get a cross-platform co-op multiplayer update in the summer. That means players on consoles and PCs can team up and enjoy the game together.
Dino Lords
Dino Lords was set in England in the year 1002. The real-time strategy game challenges players to build the strongest empire that will stand the invasion of enemies riding on the backs of dinosaurs. To achieve this, players must gather resources and train their army. The game is now in Early Access on Steam.
Gestalt Steam & Cinder
Gestalt Steam & Cinder by Fireshine Games got a May 21 release date at The Triple-I Initiative showcase. The side-scrolling 2D pixelated experience
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Vampire Survivors
It was announced at The Triple-I Initiative that Vampire Survivors is coming to PlayStation late in the summer this year.
Vampire Survivors: Operation Guns
A Vampire Survivor DLC is coming on May 9. The Contra-themed DLC will feature the main characters from Contra and their iconic guns and arsenal. As always, players will try to survive as long as possible in a screen filled with enemies. Fang from Contra Hard Corps will also feature in the DLC.
Never Alone 2
Humble Games and E-line Media premiered Never Alone 2 at The Triple-I Initiative. Not much was shown about the game except that fans of the first title now know that a sequel is on the way.
Gataclismo
The real-time strategy game Gataclismo will be released on July 16, 2024, as announced at The Triple-I Initiative showcase. Players need to build a fortress to build a fortress that will stand the invasion of a horde of monsters.
Death Must Die
Act II of Death Must Die is coming to gamers on April 20. It is yet another opportunity for gamers to fight a screen filled with enemies.
Endzone 2
A sequel to the first Endzone will launch on early access in the summer of this year. It is a game to look out for if you are a fan of real-time strategy games.
Undermine 2
The Triple-I Initiative showcase was an event filled with sequel announcements. Undermine 2 was announced but no release date was given.
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Norland
Norland is a world-building simulation game where players have to gather resources, grow their army, and keep the peace in the town. It will launch into Early Access on May 16.
What the Car
Was announced on The Triple-I Initiative. It’s a different type of car game where the car has legs and sometimes wheels in the most unusual places. The demo is now available on Steam.
Darkest Dungeon
Red Hook announced a free update to Darkest Dungeon at The Triple-I Initiative showcase. The update adds new story to the game.
Rakugaki
This is a game created Wabisabi Games which is made up of a team in Latin America. According to the founder of the studio, Anwar Noriega, the team was inspired to make the game by the graffiti culture in their community and retro platformer games. Published by Gearbox Publishing, the game will be released in the summer this year.
Broken Roads
This is a post-apocalyptic narrative-driven RPG set in the desolate beauty of the vast Australian outback. The turn-based action game challenges players to make tough choices. Developed by tiny Build, Versus Evil, and Drop Bear Bytes, Broken Roads is available now.
Ravenswatch
This is another roguelike experience that was showcased at The Triple-I Initiative. The Early Access will get a major update on April 22, titled Fall of Avalon.
Cat Quest III
Cat Quest III is coming sometime this year, but a definite date is yet to be revealed. Think of a Skull & Bone type experience that everyone can play and you have a Cat Quest III experience.
Hyper Light Breaker
Hyper Light Breaker is a game by Heart Machine. The characters have a unique neon feel to them. Equipped with a sword, you will fight monsters roaming the wasteland. It will launch into Early Access later this year.
The Last Spell
The Last Spell is getting a new DLC titled Dwarves of Runenberg as announced during The Triple-I Initiative showcase. It will include a new map, a new dwarves’ race, and new weapons. The update will be released on April 24, 2024.
Laysara Summit Kingdom
Laysara Summit Kingdom is another real-time strategy game that was announced at The Triple-I Initiative. The game has just been released in Early Access on Steam.
Wizard of Legend II
Wizard of Legend II is a rogue-like top-down game by Humble Games. You can add it to your Wishlist now on Steam.
Let’s School
The beloved school management game by Pathea Games and published by PM Studios will be coming to consoles later in the summer of this year.
Brotato
This summer, Brotato will get a new DLC called Abyssal Terrors. It will also get a couch co-op update which will allow up to four players to simultaneously enjoy the game.
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Tchia
Tchia was announced for Nintendo Switch at The Triple-I Initiative. The game will hit the handheld on June 27, 2024. However, fans can now pre-order the game from the Nintendo e-shop.
Streets of Rogue 2
The high-octane RPG sandbox is set in a vast, randomly generated open world. The developers said their goal for the sequel was to create the most open-ended and fun sandbox experience ever. Players are tasked with overthrowing a corrupt president of a small country either solo or with friends via online co-op. it will launch in Steam Early Access later this year.
Old World: Behind the Throne
An update to Old World was announced at The Triple-I Initiative. It will feature new maps, events, characters, traits, projects, mechanics, and much more. Behind the Throne update will launch on May 28, 2024.
Palworld
Pocketpair teased a new Palworld Arena at The Triple-I Initiative. A few-second clip of what the arena battle would look like was showcased and looked really inviting. Palworld has lost over 95% of its players since launch and desperately needs something to turn the tide. Who knows, this may be it.
33 Immortals
The game was first announced last year during the Xbox digital event. A closed beta will launch on May 24, 2024. Those interested in participating can sign up at 33immortals.com.
Mouse
This Mickey Mouse-themed game is a first-person experience that features melee and gun battles across a vast map. You can add it to your Wishlist now.
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VRising
Legacy of Castlevania update will launch on May 8, 2024, and gives players the chance to battle Simon Belmont. The game will be coming to PS5 later this year.
The Rogue Prince of Persia
A side-scrolling The Rogue Prince of Persia platformer by Evil Empire was announced at The Triple-I Initiative showcase. Obviously, it is not related to any other Prince of Persia game.
Which announcement at The Triple-I Initiative showcase are you excited about
Over 30 games including several world premieres and updates to existing games were announced at The Triple-I Initiative. Which of the games announced at the digital event are you most excited about? Share your thoughts in the comment box below.
