As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread rapidly from regions to regions all over the world, it getting evident that major industries are now also being affected by the said virus. The gaming industry is not an exception to this.
Though at first look, game developers seem to benefit greatly now that many stay indoors and opt for video games for entertainment. However, due to the precautionary rules set to counter the transmission of the said virus such as social distancing, video games who are slated for an earlier release this year are now lagging so hard that their schedule is being moved later or worse even until next year; a total blow to the developers and even for gamers who are so eager to try them out.
With that said, here are the 7 video games that experienced slight to massive delays on their launching schedule for this year 2020.
1. Ghost of Tsukushima
2. The Last Of Us Part 2
Another video game that severely affected by the pandemic is The Last Of Us sequel that has been announced previously before for launching last February. The game itself packs a certain potential in becoming a staple in the list of best survival-horror games as it combines exciting elements. of action, stealth, and the use of improvised weapons. It is now moved for release this upcoming June.
3. Rainbow Six: Quarantine
4. Dying Light 2
5. Death Stranding
6. Minecraft Dungeons
7. Cyberpunk 2077
Though at first look, game developers seem to benefit greatly now that many stay indoors and opt for video games for entertainment. However, due to the precautionary rules set to counter the transmission of the said virus such as social distancing, video games who are slated for an earlier release this year are now lagging so hard that their schedule is being moved later or worse even until next year; a total blow to the developers and even for gamers who are so eager to try them out.
With that said, here are the 7 video games that experienced slight to massive delays on their launching schedule for this year 2020.

1. Ghost of Tsukushima
- Previous Release Date: June 26
- New Release Date: July 17

2. The Last Of Us Part 2
- Previous Release Date: May 29
- New Release Date: June 19
Another video game that severely affected by the pandemic is The Last Of Us sequel that has been announced previously before for launching last February. The game itself packs a certain potential in becoming a staple in the list of best survival-horror games as it combines exciting elements. of action, stealth, and the use of improvised weapons. It is now moved for release this upcoming June.

3. Rainbow Six: Quarantine
- Previous Release Date: March 6
- New Release Date: Between the Fiscal Year 2020 - 2021

4. Dying Light 2
- Previous Release Date: 2020
- New Release Date: Indefinite

5. Death Stranding
- Previous Release Date: June 2
- New Release Date: July 14

6. Minecraft Dungeons
- Previous Release Date: April 2020
- New Release Date: May 26

7. Cyberpunk 2077
- Previous Release Date: April 2020
- New Release Date: September 17, 2020
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