The Last of Us takes place in a post-apocalyptic setting, following a fungal pandemic which wipes out most of humanity. The world is now an overgrown mess as nature reclaims the land. Players will take on the role of Joel, as he has to escort a young girl named Ellie to a particular quarantined zone. Both characters will come into play, allowing Joel to command and assist Ellie in helping the two on their journey.<\/p>\n Developed by Naughty Dog<\/a> (Uncharted series), The Last of Us features gorgeous visuals, dynamic gameplay brutal combat that will make even the most steel-stomached gamers cringe.<\/p>\n Check out more The Last of Us coverage<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n The Last Guardian has had its developmental ups-and-downs, but the game is supposed to be coming to fruition soon.<\/p>\n Being designed with the same styling, thematic, and gameplay elements which guided the development of Ico and Shadow of the Colossus, two of the PS2\u2019s most unique and respected games, The Last Guardian should deliver another cinematic and artistic experience to remember.<\/p>\n The story follows a young boy who is trying to escape the ruins of a large expansive castle, with the help of a giant Griffin creature, named Trico. The developing relationship between the boy and Trico will play an important role in the game.<\/p>\n Most may not even know about Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch, but Namco Bandai\u2019s RPG is hands-down one of the most beautiful games ever made.<\/p>\n Featuring a gorgeous animated art style, Wrath of the White Witch offers deep RPG elements and exploration, along with a quick-to-learn battle system.<\/p>\n English voicework and a charming soundtrack are just the cherry on top to one of the most exciting looking games next year.<\/p>\n Following on from Heavy Rain, Quantic Dream\u2019s new game, Beyond: Two Souls, is no typical murder mystery, as the game features supernatural elements to highlight the dramatic psychological thriller undertone to the action.<\/p>\n Academy Award nominee Ellen Page (Inception) stars as the main character, Jodie Holmes, and provided voice and motion capture for the role.<\/p>\n The story revolves around Jodie\u2019s psychic link with an invisible entity, which grants her extraordinary supernatural powers. Jodie will apparently be trotting across the globe in her adventures, and players will be able to control both her and her psychic entity.<\/p>\n Expect Beyond: Two Souls early next year.<\/p>\n Honourable mentions:<\/strong> Dust 514, Papa & Yo, The Unfinished Swan, Puppeteer.<\/p>\n Top games of September 2012<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Xbox 360 exclusives you can look forward to<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Most expensive collector\u2019s editions ever<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n The best gaming heroes of 2012 (so far)<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/mygaming.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/God-of-War-Ascension-screenshot-2.jpg\" "\\"God")
<\/a><\/p>\nThe Last of Us – Q1\/Q2 2013<\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nThe Last Guardian – TBA<\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nNi no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch – January 2013<\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nBeyond: Two Souls – Q1 2013<\/h3>\n
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