Top 10 mature video games coming in 2024

With video games becoming one of the biggest entertainment industries in the world, one can find all kinds of games on the market. The phrase "video games are just for kids" is certainly not relevant in this day and age, especially when most video games nowadays contain mature content in some form. 

So, if you prefer to play A-rated or PEGI 18 video games and are looking for a list of the top mature games that will be released in 2024, you have come to the right page! In this listicle, we have shortlisted the top 10 most anticipated mature video games, releasing in 2024.

Top 10 mature video games coming in 2024

Before we proceed to our list of the top 10 mature video games of 2024, we'd like to clear out a few things. 

Video games are usually rated by the Pan European Game Information (PEGI), the International Age Rating Coalition (IARC), and the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB). You can check out their official sites to learn more via the provided links. 

Now, for the topic at hand, we have listed only those video games that have been rated for adult content such as violence, complex plot/characters, sex, foul language, and others. Hence, all the games listed in this article are rated for PEGI 16 and above, IARC 16+ and above, and/or ESRB 17+ and above.

With that said, take a look at the top 10 mature video games coming out in 2024 right below:

1. Star Wars Outlaws

• Rating: PEGI 16 (Strong Violence)
• Expected release: 2024
• Developer: Ubisoft Massive Entertainment

One of the most anticipated AAA games coming in 2024 is Star Wars Outlaw and it is rated for mature content involving strong violence. Naturally, the first-person shooter video game, set in the Star Wars universe will contain heavy violence as players will have to fight their way as Kay Vess, trying to pull "one of the biggest heists the Outer Rim has ever seen."

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2. Senua's Sage: Hellblade II

• Rating: PEGI 18
• Expected release: 2024
• Developer: Ninja Theory

The sequel to the 2017 award-winning title, Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice, Senua's Saga: Hellblade II is one of the most anticipated AAA games coming in 2024. It is also a PEGI 18-rated video game, which means that players can expect very mature content in the game, including gory violence, adult language, disturbing visuals, and other such content.

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3. Tekken 8

• Rating: PEGI 16
• Expected release: January 26, 2024
• Developer: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.

If you want to see gory fighting involving blood and breaking bones, Tekken 8 should be one of the mature games on your watchlist in 2024. Rated PEGI 16, Tekken 8 is expected to contain heavy violence as players try to fight their opponents with stunning visuals, thanks to Unreal Engine 5.

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4. Black Myth: Wukong

• Rating: To be announced
• Expected release: August 20, 2024
• Developer: Game Science

Based on the Chinese fantasy novel, Journey to the West, Black Myth: Wukong is expected to showcase some mature visual content that may not be appropriate for kids or teens. Although it has not been officially rated for mature content, Game Science describes the content like this: "This Game may contain content not appropriate for all ages, or may not be appropriate for viewing at work: Frequent Violence or Gore, General Mature Content."

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5. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl

• Rating: ESRB 17+
• Expected release: Q1 2024
• Developer: GSC Game World

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is expected to transport players into a heavily contaminated zone, filled with scary creatures, mutated dogs, and other gory elements. So, the game is rightfully rated ESRB 17+ as the content shown in the trailer and early gameplay footage is surely not for children or teenagers.

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6. Avowed

• Rating: IARC rating pending
• Expected release: 2024
• Developer: Obsidian Entertainment

Avowed is surely one of the most hyped RPG games coming out in 2024 and rightfully so. Although it has not been officially rated for mature content, the upcoming first-person shooter is expected to contain strong violence, gory visuals, and other mature content that may not be appropriate for children. The game is also expected to contain vulgar language, use of drugs and alcohol, and sexual references.

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7. Dragon's Dogma II

• Rating: ESRB 17+
• Expected release: March 22, 2024
• Developer: Capcom

The sequel to the 2012 title Dragon's Dogma, Dragon's Dogma II is an upcoming RPG that is expected to contain mature content, including gore, violence, sexual themes, and vulgar language. So, if you are looking to invest your leisure hours in a gripping and complex plot, involving heavy violence, you should try playing Dragon's Dogma II in 2024.

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8. No Rest for the Wicked

• Rating: To be announced
• Expected release: Q1 2024
• Developer: Moon Studios

No Rest for the Wicked is a tale of a Cerim, who must fight their way to take down the Pestilence once and for all. Hence, there is no doubt that the game will contain brutal fighting, gory visuals, strong language, and even nudity. So, if you are a fan of historical fantasies, involving mature content, you should keep an eye on No Rest for the Wicked in 2024.

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9. Rise of the Ronin

• Rating: PEGI 18 (Gambling, Strong Violence), ESRB 17+
• Expected release: March 22, 2024
• Developer: Team Ninja

Developed by Team Ninja and published by Sony, Rise of the Ronin is an upcoming action RPG, containing brutal violence. Set in 19th-century Japan, it is essentially a combat-focused video game in which players will come across brutal fights and disturbing visuals. So, if you prefer unrestricted violence in your content, you should definitely check out Rise of the Ronin when it comes out in 2024.

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10. Silent Hill 2 Remake

• Rating: ESRB rating pending
• Expected release: 2024
• Developer: Bloober Team

A remake of its 2001 namesake, Silent Hill 2 is an upcoming horror-survival title, and hence, players can expect some pretty scary content in the game. Although the ESRB rating for the game is currently pending, the visuals of the game trailer and screenshots suggest that it would be rated for adults.

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With that, we conclude our list of the top 10 mature games that are coming out in 2024. Let us know which of these games are you excited about the most. Also, share this list with someone who likes to play mature games on their PCs and gaming consoles.

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