Each time one of 2015's games has been delayed, 2016 has become stronger. Combine that with the announcement that multiple AAA titles including Deus Ex: Mankind Revolution will release during the first half of the year and you have yourself one of the strongest release windows in gaming history.
Early 2016 has something for everyone, varying in genre and platform. In the gallery below you can get a look at why early 2016 means business.
With Deus Ex Early 2016's Game Release Schedule Just Became Ridiculously Good
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Battleborn
Release Date: February 9th, 2016
rnPlatforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One
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rnMade by Gearbox Software, Battleborn's design is an evolution of the popular Borderlands franchise, meaning more than anything that it'll be game you can rely on for entertainment. Equipped with more than a dozen playable characters and four player co-op, it will fit a unique slot in 2016's early year line-up. -
Dark Souls 3
Release Date: Q1 2016
rnPlatforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One
rnRead More: Dark Souls 3 Preview
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rnWhen it comes to modern RPGs, nobody does it better than From Software. Its Souls franchise has earned a reputation for being punishing yet captivating, and its next release is just months from reminding us that we can't get enough of it. -
Deus Ex: Mankind Divided
Release Date: February 23rd, 2016
rnPlatforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One
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rnDeus Ex: Mankind Divided is taking large steps to improve upon the gameplay of its predecessor. That means big things for its dystopian universe. -
Mirror\'s Edge Catalyst
Release Date: February 23rd, 2016
rnPlatforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One
rnRead More: Mirror's Edge Catalyst Preview
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rnThe first Mirror's Edge was enjoyable to play, but didn't fully realize the vision of EA DICE. With Mirror's Edge Catalyst the developer will have a second shot at creating the perfect parkour action game we have all dreamed of. -
Virtual Reality
Release Date: Q1 2016
rnPlatforms: PC, PS4
rnRead More: Oculus Rift Details
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rnWhen the Oculus Rift and Project Morpheus hit store shelves in early 2016, it is expected that the industry will never be the same. New potential for game experiences will be unlocked for gamers on both platforms. -
Quantum Break
Release Date: April 5th, 2016
rnPlatforms: Xbox One
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rnAs demonstrated at Gamescom 2015, Quantum Break is going to be a visual showpiece for the Xbox One. Made by the team who brought us Alan Wake, it has a captivating story to tell. -
Ratchet & Clank
Release Date: Q1 2016
rnPlatforms: PS4
rnRead More: Ratchet & Clank Preview
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rnMarketed as a "re-imagining" of the first release, Ratchet & Clank for PS4 is going to revisit the glory days of Insomniac Games, but with the added benefit of new hardware. -
ReCore
Release Date: Q2 2016 rnPlatforms: Xbox One rnRead More: ReCore Announcement Trailer rn rnMegaman's Keiji Inafune is producing this action-adventure. That's reason enough to be hyped. -
Street Fighter V
Release Date: March 2016
rnPlatforms: PC, PS4
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rnA new Street Fighter is on the way along with its series first V-Skills. Capcom hopes that this along with other innovations will make it the best Street Fighter yet. -
Tom Clancy\'s The Division
Release Date: March 8th, 2016
rnPlatforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One
rnRead More: Tom Clancy's The Division E3 Preview
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rnIf you've ever wanted to play an open-world multiplayer Tom Clancy game, The Division is for you. -
Uncharted 4: A Thief\'s End
Release Date: March 18th, 2016
rnPlatforms: PS4
rnRead More: Uncharted 4: A Thief's End Gameplay Trailer
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rnGiven its prestige, every Naughty Dog release should be taken seriously. Even if not, Uncharted 4 has earned the right to widespread excitement following its impressive gameplay trailers. -
XCOM 2
Release Date: February 5th, 2016
rnPlatforms: PC
rnRead More: XCOM 2 Preview
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rnStrategy RPGs aren't common in today's world, and XCOM 2 is looking like a good example of the genre.
