November 2024 is an unusually quiet time for new video games, but that doesn't mean it's any less thrilling: there are still strong games coming out on PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PC. From fun theme park simulations to post-apocalyptic first-person shooters, this month's lineup has something for everyone.

One of the featured titles is Planet Coaster 2. This long-awaited sequel looks incredibly fun (because who wouldn't want to build a theme park?). There is also a new installment in Nintendo's “Mario & Luigi RPG” series, which allows the iconic siblings to explore a vast array of islands. Of course, we can't forget that “Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024” will be available on Xbox and PC. This upgraded version will be perfect for those who love the legendary aviation simulator.

If you're looking for a new gaming experience this November, we've compiled a list of the five biggest games released this month that you shouldn't miss.

Platforms PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S

“Planet Coaster 2” is Frontier Developments' upgraded theme park simulation game following the success of its predecessor, which was released in 2016. In this sequel, players design and manage an elaborate theme park with enhanced tools for building rides, creating intricate paths, and setting up unique Viking, aquatic, and mythological-themed environments. A new centerpiece feature is the introduction of water park attractions, where players can add pools and waterslides and manage guest amenities such as shade, lifeguards, and changing rooms to enhance visitor satisfaction.

The game also introduces a collaborative sandbox mode that allows for cross-platform cooperative building where players can collaboratively create and share parks. Additional modes, such as the franchise mode, allow players to compete on leaderboards and share custom designs through the Frontier Workshop. For an additional $20, the Deluxe Edition adds ride packs for a more diverse park experience.

Platform Nintendo Switch

“Mario & Luigi: The Brothers Ship” is the latest installment in Nintendo's popular Mario & Luigi RPG series. Set in the vast oceans of Shipshape Island, which combines the characteristics of both a ship and an island, players control Mario and Luigi as they explore the various themed islands of the Concordia world. Finding new friends like the quirky characters Connie and Snoutlet and reconnecting with series regulars like Princess Peach and Bowser are central to the plot, and they may help in unexpected ways.

True to the series, the Brothership emphasizes the bond between Mario and Luigi, using the Bros technique to avoid obstacles and using Bros attacks in combat. Combining nostalgia with modern mechanics, this title will appeal to old fans as well as newcomers. Of course, it is exclusive to the Nintendo Switch.

Platforms PC, PS5, Nintendo Switch

“Lego Horizon Adventures” is a joint project between Guerrilla Games and Studio Gobo, creators of the “Horizon” series This action-adventure game brings Aloy and his friends into the world of Lego. Players will be guided through a quest-driven storyline in which they help Aloy save the world from threats while unraveling the mysteries of Aloy's past.

Gameplay includes character customization, crafting, and combat with robotic creatures, and features Lego's signature humor and whimsy. In addition to the single-player mode, the game offers online and local co-op play, allowing players to join in with friends.

Platforms PC, Xbox Series S/X

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is the latest in the iconic flight simulation series. This version is based on the one released in 2020, but brings an important update in the form of a new career mode, allowing players to engage in a variety of airline carriers. Players can experience firefighting, search and rescue, and air cargo transport, with missions designed to replicate real-world aviation.

This release features reduced load times and technical improvements with an emphasis on more advanced aerodynamics, physics, and aircraft systems. The game includes an immersive “living world” consisting of augmented global environments showing realistic and dynamic weather and seasonal changes, live air and ship traffic, animal migration, and diverse character models. The visuals have also been enhanced with 3D trees and improved ground materials for a better overall experience.

Platforms PC, Xbox Series S/X

STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl is a post-apocalyptic first-person shooter set in the fictional Chernobyl exclusion zone. Players take control of a skiff and explore this eerie, radiation-contaminated landscape.

The game emphasizes resource management and a branching narrative, where choices affect the story and survival strategies are essential. With an open-world design, players will explore immersive and stunning visuals built for modern platforms while encountering threats and mysteries inspired by the original STALKER series.