PlayStation 4 November Lineup

No new system launch would be complete without barbed comments about the quality of the box’s lineup. It’s something that both the PlayStation 3 and Vita have gone through, as well as rival formats such as the Nintendo Wii U and 3DS. We’ve always felt that the PlayStation 4 has been unfairly treated in this instance, as rarely a week has passed without some kind of noteworthy release. And as the system sizes up a stunning 2015 with exclusives such as The Order: 1886, Bloodborne, and Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End, we reckon that this Christmas isn’t looking too shabby either.

In order to illustrate that point, we’ve pulled together a rundown of all of the title’s set to deploy on the next-gen machine this November. This excludes all of the blockbuster arrivals due in October, as we’d be here all day if we factored the likes of Alien Isolation and The Evil Within into the list. Granted, many of these are due out on other formats too, so the roster won’t hit quite as hard as the PlayStation 2’s infamous second year exclusive lineup – but we can’t understand how anyone could be genuinely disappointed with this little lot. Let’s take a look, shall we?

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Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare

Historically, publishers would run scared of Activision’s first-person shooter series, but the franchise appears to have lost a little of its fear factor of late. Still, that’s not stopping Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare from shaping up spectacularly, with its futuristic warfare bringing a brand new dynamic to the property’s well established formula. Being developed for next-gen formats first and foremost, this appears to be the foray that Call of Duty: Ghosts should have been – and it features Hollywood hotshot Kevin Spacey in a particularly menacing role, so there’s that as well.

Nov Fea 3

The Crew

The first of three Ubisoft games, this also has the most to prove. The Crew aims to repurpose the French firm’s open world formula in a racing game, seeing you dashing across the United States to take back territory and suck up as many meaningless trinkets as you can possibly imagine. Launching after the likes of DriveClub will make this a particularly tough sell – especially if Evolution Studios’ next-gen exclusive hits the starting grid in fifth gear – but its persistent online world may separate it just enough to make it stand out.

Nov Fea 4

Assassin’s Creed Unity

The start of a brand new Assassin’s Creed saga, and also the first developed specifically for next-gen systems. You may still be able to feel the sea air separating pirate Edward Kenway’s fine hair, but that’s not stopping Ubisoft from dropping a sixth pseudo-historical adventure in as many years. This time, you’ll be riding the Animus all the way to the French revolution, where Arno Dorian and his brand of onion adoring brothers seek vengeance against the Templars in the title’s first fully co-operative game.

Nov Fea 5

LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham

It may seem like the least impressive game on this list, but never underestimate the selling power of LEGO and Batman when combined. The latest entry in Traveller’s Tales’ superhero spin-off series – and, incredibly, already the third brick laying release on the PS4 this year – sees the Dark Knight and his band of DC Universe brethren stepping beyond the confines of, well, Gotham in order to thwart villain Brainiac’s maniacal plans. This one is likely to sell and sell and sell if its predecessor LEGO Marvel Super Heroes is anything to go by.

Nov Fea 6

Far Cry 4

Rounding out the trifecta of Ubisoft sandbox escapades is Far Cry 4, a first-person shooter set in the fictional Himalayan district of Kyrat – which just so happens to have, er, strongholds to capture, collectibles to nab, and elephants to ride. Alright, you may be tiring of the previous two checkboxes by now, but this ferocious affair appears to have just enough silliness to separate it from its immediate peers, with the aforementioned wrinkly wildlife an example of that. Purchase the PS4 version and you’ll also grab the ‘Keys to Kyrat’, allowing you to play multiplayer with your buddies for a limited period – even if they don’t own the game.

Nov Fea 7

Grand Theft Auto V

The year of the re-release will end in dramatic style, as an updated version of Grand Theft Auto V breaks into your gaming box and refuses to budge for the remainder of the holiday season. The wildcard which inspired this write-up in the first place, Rockstar appears to have gone all out with this re-release, totally overhauling the visuals, while also adding in new music and commentary from the original’s radio DJs. Granted, many of you will have played this game before, but that’s not going to stop it from selling like One Direction branded LOOM Bands in Claire’s Accessories.

Nov Fea 8

LittleBigPlanet 3

Many may keep forgetting Sackboy’s latest Play, Create, Share affair, but we actually reckon that this is the perfect November exclusive for the PS4. Sure, it may be cute and cuddly – but that’s exactly why it works. A game like The Order: 1886 – which was originally due out in time for Christmas – would have probably struggled against the bigger and brasher brands due out at the end of the year, but Sumo Digital’s do-it-yourself adventure should have no trouble reaching kids who already own all of the LEGO games. Meanwhile, existing fans are going to be all over this like a particularly nasty rash.

Nov Fea 9

Project CARS

With the next Gran Turismo likely still a couple of years away, Project CARS is aiming to fuel your desire for simulation racing action. Developed using a crowd funding model – the name is actually an acronym for Community Assisted Racing Simulator – this is in production at British outfit Slightly Mad Studios, which you may know best for the Need for Speed: Shift spin-off series. In addition to a bunch of real-world circuits, the title also promises one of the most realistic handling models in games today. Oh, and it doesn’t look too shabby either.

Nov Fea 10

Dragon Age: Inquisition

The last really big game of the month, and the moment that everyone at Push Square Towers – aside from reviewer Robert Ramsey – breathes a collective sigh of relief. Aiming to right the wrongs of the derided Dragon Age II, developer BioWare has promised that this entry will succeed where its predecessor failed – by actually, y’know, being good. One way it aims to reverse opinion is by opening up the world, giving you much more opportunity to loot and explore. Of course, you’ll also come across way more mythical creatures in these enormous expanses to boot.

Are you staggered by this lineup, or a bit disappointed? Which of these titles will you be picking up in November, and why? Save your pennies in the comments section below.

Which of the following November PS4 titles are you most looking forward to? (137 votes)

  1. Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare2%
  2. The Crew4%
  3. Assassin’s Creed Unity9%
  4. LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham1%
  5. Far Cry 422%
  6. Grand Theft Auto V19%
  7. LittleBigPlanet 317%
  8. Project CARS5%
  9. Dragon Age: Inquisition20%

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