Garena Free City Pre-Registration Opens in SEA, Middle East, Africa

Garena Free City is now open for pre-registration on both iOS and Android devices, targeting eager gamers in the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Africa. If you're eagerly awaiting the next installment in a renowned series, Garena Free City might just be the perfect interim thrill.

Let's be clear: Garena Free City is Garena's interpretation of the Grand Theft Auto (GTA) experience, slated for release on June 30th. Whether this is a welcome addition or not hinges on your personal taste. At first glance, it might appear to be just another mobile clone of GTA, but a closer look reveals promising potential.

One standout feature is its comprehensive character customization system, reminiscent of The Sims, allowing you to tweak individual features to your heart's content. Unlike the realistic graphics of GTA, Free City opts for a more whimsical approach, complete with giant robots and summonable power-ups like deployable cover.

While the game ambitiously tries to capture the allure of Grand Theft Auto Online, its more unique elements are what truly catch the eye. Yet, the timing of Garena Free City's launch might be less than ideal. With Ananta, another major upcoming game, promising an expansive world and quirky sidequests similar to Free City, the competition is fierce.

Ananta differentiates itself with an anime-inspired aesthetic, which might not appeal to everyone. However, Garena Free City's reluctance to fully embrace its distinctive features is a notable critique. If you're keen on staying ahead with the latest game releases, consider checking out Catherine's regular feature, "Ahead of the Game," for insights on upcoming titles you can dive into right now.