2024 promised to be the year for gamers. New releases, mind-blowing graphics, and epic storylines were all on the horizon. But sometimes, the reality doesn’t live up to the hype. Whether it’s unpolished gameplay, broken mechanics, or just a flat-out missed opportunity, some games of 2024 left us scratching our heads. Let’s dive into the 5 most disappointing games this year, including some highly anticipated titles like Alone in the Dark, Concord, and more.
1. Alone in the Dark (2024 Reboot)
The Alone in the Dark franchise has been a classic in the survival horror genre, so when a reboot was announced for 2024, we were all ready to get creeped out. Unfortunately, the game felt more like a broken Resident Evil wannabe. The atmosphere? There, but inconsistent. The gameplay? Stiff and clunky, like the devs didn’t quite figure out the balance between survival horror and action. The story barely made sense, and the graphics were underwhelming — it looked good in trailers, but in-game? Yikes.
TL;DR: The only thing “alone” here was our excitement. Definitely didn’t bring the horror vibes we were hoping for. Perhaps, one of the most disappointing games of 2024.
2. Concord
When Concord was first announced, we all thought we were about to get the next Destiny—a slick, online, sci-fi shooter with epic raids and massive worlds to explore. Instead, we got a confusing, buggy mess that felt unfinished. The gunplay was uninspired, the story was incoherent, and the “endgame” felt like a bad chore list. If Concord was trying to be the next big thing, it missed the mark by a mile. At this point, it felt more like an abandoned space station than the galaxy-spanning adventure it promised. Again, disappointing games of 2024.
TL;DR: This space shooter was more of a space snooze. We’ll be orbiting around this one for a while before it gets fixed (if ever).
3. Funko Fusion
Funko Pops are cute. They’re collectible. But a video game based on them? That seemed like a questionable idea from the start. Funko Fusion promised to be a fun, family-friendly brawler, but it felt like a cash grab that didn’t even try to be fun. The combat was shallow, the characters were awkward (it’s hard to take a vinyl doll seriously in a fight), and the customization options were limited. Instead of delivering the fun we expected, it gave us more of a “why is this even a thing?” vibe.
TL;DR: The only thing that “fused” here was our disappointment with the gameplay.
4. Multiversus (2024 Update)
The 2022 launch of Multiversus was full of promise — a platform fighter with iconic characters from DC, Scooby-Doo, and more. Fast forward to 2024, and the game is a shadow of its former self. The new update added more characters but didn’t fix the core issues: laggy online play, unbalanced characters, and bugs galore. If you’re looking for a smooth, fun experience, Multiversus might leave you wondering why you didn’t just stick to Smash Bros.
TL;DR: The multiverse might’ve been cool, but this game was definitely a multiverse of problems.
5. Lego Horizon Adventures
Okay, Lego and Horizon Zero Dawn — it sounds like a match made in gaming heaven, right? Wrong. Lego Horizon Adventures had all the right ingredients on paper, but the execution was lackluster. The world was cute and colorful, but the missions were repetitive, and the combat felt too basic for fans of Horizon’s deeper mechanics. The world felt more like a Lego set you quickly assembled and never played with again. The potential for a great, fun game was there, but it just didn’t live up to expectations.
TL;DR: The Lego version of Horizon was like building a really cool Lego set, then realizing it wasn’t much fun to play with.
Summary: Don’t Believe the Hype, Bruh!
So there you have it, folks. 2024 had its fair share of disappointments, and while these games had massive potential, they either failed to innovate, were plagued with issues, or just weren’t fun to play. Here’s a friendly tip: Don’t believe the hype until you see the reviews. The gaming world moves fast, but sometimes, the reality hits harder than a lag spike in your favorite online game.
Let’s hope 2025 brings better releases because, honestly, we’ve had enough of the letdowns. Until then, keep your controllers ready, your hopes low, and your memes higher. Peace out, gamers!
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