What to Play in November and December: 12 Notable Upcoming Games

by Jason Dietz, Metacritic Features Editor – October 29, 2021

In the gallery on this page, our editors have selected the most promising videogames scheduled for release during the final two months of 2021.

9 of 13 photo by Square Enix

Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker

Expansion
Out November 19* for PC, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 4

The fourth expansion (and first in two years) for the 2013 MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV, Endwalker is intended to close out the story of the conflict between Hydaelyn and Zodiark. Additions include the Viera as a playable race, and a pair of character classes, "Sage" (a magical healer) and "Reaper" (a powerful melee fighter who wields a scythe). There will also be new areas to explore including the stark Garlemald, city in the sky Radz-At-Han, and Old Sharlayan, inspired by ancient Greece. Not in the mood for a fight? A new "Island Sanctuary" mode offers a moment to relax as you raise animals and tend to a farm in the midst of pleasant island scenery.

* For pre-orders only; regular release is November 23

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