Video game developers never slow down, and the churn of games coming out each and every month is astonishing. April 2024 is no exception, with a plethora of new games coming your way on every possible gaming system. We take a look at some of the hundreds of new games coming out this month. Did your most-anticipated game make the list? Here’s what’s new for your gaming pleasure in April 2024.
Biomorph
- April 05
- PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S, Switch
BIOMORPH is a sci-fi adventure game in which you play as an alien creature with incredible shape-shifting powers. Set on a stunningly beautiful alien world, the game combines exploration, puzzle solving and combat as you uncover the secrets of this strange planet and its inhabitants.
Your ability to change shape is the core of the gameplay. You can transform into the various creatures you encounter, each with unique abilities that allow you to access new areas, overcome obstacles, and solve environmental puzzles. For example, you can turn into a hefty strongman to fight your way through rubble, or turn into an agile flying creature to soar over abysses.
Sons of Valhalla
- April 5
- PC
Sons of Valhalla is a strategic game project that successfully combines action elements and takes us to the vastness of the world of the Viking era. In the role of the main character – a brave warrior, we set off on a long journey to save our beloved from the clutches of an insidious enemy. Take the path of revenge and be ready to face many deadly challenges, battle with numerous opponents, and unravel dark secrets. As you follow, it is necessary to constantly develop the hero’s skills so that he becomes even more potent in order to exterminate more powerful opponents further. You will also need strategic planning skills to think through every move in advance and avoid mistakes that could lead to irreversible consequences. Travel, fight, leave behind obstacles and do everything possible to return your beloved and avenge your father. Although simple, the graphics of the game are endowed with an exciting atmosphere that everyone can become a part of.
Botany Manor
- April 9
- PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S, Switch
You play as its resident Arabella Green, a retired botanist. Explore your home and gardens, filled with botanical research, to find the perfect habitat for a collection of forgotten flora. Grow each plant to discover the mysterious properties it possesses…
Children of the Sun
- April 9
- PC
Sniper simulators are not uncommon in the gaming industry; just remember the Sniper Elite series. True, Children of the Sun stands out from their background, first of all, because of its main feature: at each level you can only make one shot. That is why this is not just a third-person shooter, but a puzzle game: before the decisive shot, you need to examine the location from all sides, find all the opponents and plan everything carefully. And then, using the heroine’s ability to control a flying bullet, hit as many enemies as possible.
These enemies are some mysterious cultists who turned the heroine’s life into a nightmare. Her motivation is revenge. Her goal is to go over the heads and determine the location of the cultist leader in order to kill him too.
Ereban: Shadow Legacy
- April 10
- PC PS5 XSX|S
Ereban: Shadow Legacy takes place in a fantasy world ruled by the megacorporation Helios. She hides a lot of secrets, and one of them is clearly somehow connected with the almost complete disappearance of the Ereban people. Its latest representative is Ayana, a dexterous girl who can merge with the shadows to overcome obstacles and deal with dangerous robots of the corporation. You have to play as Ayana: the heroine’s goal is to reveal the secrets of Helios and solve the mystery of the disappearance of her people.
Harold Halibut
- April 16
- PC PS5 XSX|S
Harold Halibut is an adventure project about the janitor Harold, who is trying to fix his broken spaceship and go home. The project was developed manually.
Harold Halibut stands out thanks to its unique visual style: all elements of the game are handcrafted and animated using stop motion. This technique gives the game a special atmosphere and immerses players in a story about friendship and life on board a giant spaceship that finds itself in the depths of an alien ocean.
Ruins
- April 17
- PC
Rauniot, developed by Finnish indie studio Act Normal Games, is an isometric point-and-click adventure game set in a hauntingly beautiful but harsh landscape: Northern Finland after a devastating natural disaster in 1975. This catastrophe led civilization to a decline marked by unrest, conflict and war.
The once mighty human race struggles to survive in a world devastated by rising sea levels, pollution from destroyed nuclear power plants, and dwindling resources. Nature itself seems to be simultaneously advertising the world and trying to find a new balance.
In this merciless environment, you will take on the role of Aino, a brave survivor. Aino belongs to one of the few remaining communities that offer a semblance of safety and basic necessities such as food, water and shelter. However, survival in this devastated world comes at a cost. Aino embarks on dangerous journeys and takes on difficult tasks, constantly battling isolation and the constant dangers of the post-apocalypse.
Rauniot promises an exciting story that will challenge you with challenging puzzles. As you explore this desperate world, you will face not only external threats, but also the psychological consequences of Aino’s harsh reality.
Final Fantasy 16 – The Rising Tide (DLC)
- April 18
- PS5
An unmarked letter arrives at the hideout with a very curious request: Leviathan Dominant, the long-lost Akon of Water, needs rescuing. To answer this call, Clive and his companions must travel to Mysidia, a hidden land under the blue sky, where they will uncover the tragic history of a forgotten people.
In addition to the level cap being raised to 60 in Story-Focused Mode and Action Focused Mode, or 110 in Final Fantasy Mode (New Game+), Clive’s journey to Mysidia will grant him new Leviathan the Lost eikonic abilities. .
This new set of abilities will allow you to harness the ebb and flow of the tides and drown enemies both near and far with the terrifying power of the Eikon of Water. It also includes an all-new eikonic feat – Serpent’s Cry, which allows Clive to summon a sea serpent capable of delivering precise strikes to enemies at a great distance!
Enjoy additional side stories to learn more about the area and the people of Mysidia. You’ll have to face new threats, including the tonbers from Final Fantasy XVI found in the ominous Aire of Hours, a new stage once a bastion of civilization – these proud ruins now lie silent except for the constant grinding of knives.
No Rest for the Wicked
- April 18
- PC PS5 XSX|S
Isometric action game from Moon Studios, known for the metroidvanias Ori and the Blind Forest and Ori and the Will of the Wisps. The new game is noticeably different from the studio’s previous titles. Instead of jumping on platforms, the characters now have to fight monsters and behemoths in a fantasy world threatened by the mysterious Blight – a plague that, after a thousand years, unexpectedly returns to the island of Sacra, where the game’s events take place.
The main character has to save the world from the plague and the church, which decides that Pestilence is a blessing. During the adventure, the central character will also become a participant in political intrigue and will be able to provide all possible assistance to the inhabitants of the island. Often, this help will consist of destroying various perilous enemies. Every fight in No Rest for the Wicked is quite challenging. The main character can attack, defend, and evade enemy attacks in battle. His equipment will play an essential role in this case; for example, a character in light armor can avoid damage much more effectively.
Rumble Club
- April 23
- Android, PC, macOS
Experience massive physics-based multiplayer combat! Join 20 bumbling players in an epic knockout frenzy and punch, push, throw and lure everyone else out of the arena! Fly Captain Punch’s sky yacht, enter the arena, find wacky gadgets to battle with, and survive the falling floor and shrinking battlefield to be the last player standing! Are you ready to fight your way to victory and become the ultimate champion?
Tales of Kenzera Zau
- April 23
- PC Switch XSX|S PS5
The main character of Tales of Kenzera: Zau is a young shaman named Zau. His goal is to defeat three dangerous monsters and sacrifice their souls to the god of death, Kalunga, who, in return, promises to resurrect Zau’s father. The shaman goes on a journey through the fantasy world of Kenzer, the source of inspiration for the creation of which was the culture and traditions of the African Bantu peoples. On this journey, Zau will have to fight the three mentioned monsters and many other enemies.
The creative director for developing Tales of Kenzera: Zau is actor Abubakar Salim. He played one of the key roles in Ridley Scott’s Raised by Wolves series and also voiced Medjay Bayek in Assassin’s Creed: Origins. The story told in the new game is based on Salim’s own traumatic experience after the death of his father.
Phantom Fury
- April 23
- PC PS5 XSX|S
The continuation of the retro shooter Ion Fury was released in 2019. And if the first part was one big reference to the early three-dimensional representatives of the genre, such as Doom, Shadow Warrior, and Duke Nukem 3D, then Phantom Fury is already a tribute to games with more modern graphics from the late 1990s and early 2000s, such like the first Half-Life, Deus Ex and Aliens versus Predator.
The main character in the new game is the same as in the previous part – special agent Shelley Harrison, nicknamed Bomb. On instructions from an old colleague, she sets off on a dangerous journey across America to find the dangerous artifact Demon Core and destroy many bad guys. One of the main features of Phantom Fury is the variety of everything. This is manifested in the appearance of the locations – from abandoned buildings in Los Alamos to the streets of Chicago – and in the number of weapons, and even in the game situations Shelly will find herself in during her adventure.
Oddsparks
- April 24
- PC
Oddsparks takes place in a procedurally generated fantasy world. Players are invited to immerse themselves in different biomes and uncover secrets hidden in the past. Playing solo or in co-op, adventurers will learn the ancient art of creating sparks, magically animated creatures that are more than just quirky and enchanting. These sparks play a crucial role in gathering resources and facilitating the automation process.
Instead of regular conveyor belts, players create spark paths to transport resources between workshops. This adds a layer of creativity and strategy to the automation, and when ready, players can even lead their sparks into battle.
TopSpin 2K25
- April 26
- PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S
Your favorite tennis series is back! TopSpin 2K25, developed by Hangar 13 (known for Mafia 3), promises to be the new pinnacle of virtual tennis. In TopSpin 2K25, you can take to the court of the legendary Grand Slam tournaments—the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open—and compete for the championship title. You’ll have an impressive list of current tennis stars at your disposal, as well as sports legends such as Roger Federer and Serena Williams.
The developers promise deep and detailed gameplay that will allow you to experience all the nuances of real tennis. You’ll be able to master different strokes, practice game strategy, and use your tennis player’s unique abilities to defeat your opponent.
In addition to the single-player career, TopSpin 2K25 will offer a variety of online modes where you can challenge your friends or other players from around the world. It is expected to be a worthy successor to the previous games in the series and will give tennis fans an unforgettable gaming experience.
Another Crab’s Treasure
- April 25
- PC Switch PS5 Xbox One XSX|S
Another Crab’s Treasure is an adventure in the style of Dark Souls but in a dying underwater kingdom. Take on the role of a hermit crab named Creel and use the trash at hand to protect yourself from attacks from opponents many times larger than you. Embark on an epic treasure hunt to redeem your stolen shell and uncover the dark secrets hidden by the polluted ocean.
In this underwater society, trash is not just a part of life but a valuable resource used both in creating fashionable clothing and developing firearms. However, along with garbage comes a mysterious danger – a kind of “slurry” that can destroy the entire ocean.
Stellar Blade
- April 26
- PS5
- Demo starts March 29
Stellar Blade takes place in a fantasy world of the future, where humanity was forced to leave Earth due to an alien attack. The aliens took over the planet, and people founded colonies on other planets – and now they set out to retake their home from the invaders. They send the main character, Eve, and her squad of warriors to fight the aliens to Earth. True, they soon discover that all this time the city of Zion existed on the planet – the last stronghold of people trying with all their might to survive and resist the aliens. Together with them, the main character, Eve, will have to find a way to defeat the aliens and return to Earth.
Stellar Blade is a dynamic third-person action game. The main character can use both firearms and all kinds of swords and katanas in battle. The battles are based on devastating combos and unique abilities that can be performed and used if you accumulate unique energy. In addition to fighting enemies, Eve can communicate with NPCs, complete side quests for them, and explore large locations.
Manor Lords
- April 26
- PC
Hardcore realistic strategy with many gameplay opportunities to develop the village. Settlement building is a key element of the game, which allows you to build the necessary houses, consider the landscape and location of resources, launch businesses, monitor sources of income, rent out feudal land to your subjects, and even use different seasons to your advantage.
In addition, Manor Lords has a well-developed diplomacy system that allows you to negotiate with other lords. When an agreement fails, a battle system comes into play, within which you will have to lead squads of pre-trained warriors and volunteers from your settlement. The death of every person in battle is a great tragedy, so you have to think several times before resolving a territorial dispute by force.
Sand Land
- April 26
- PC PS4 PS5 Xbox One XSX|S
An action RPG set in a vast and merciless desert world. Players take on the role of Beelzebub, a powerful demon prince, in a unique team with a human sheriff named Rao and a demon thief. Together, this unlikely team embarks on a perilous journey to find the Legendary Well, a source of life-giving water desperately needed by both humans and demons suffering from a devastating water shortage.
SAND LAND offers immersive RPG gameplay where you control Beelzebub, harnessing his demonic powers and leading his companions across treacherous desert lands. The game world created by Akira Toriyama, the legendary mangaka who gave the world Dragon Ball and Dr. Slump, full of richness and variety. Expect to face a variety of dangers, from ruthless bandits and ferocious desert creatures to the watchful eye of the Royal Army.
One of the unique features of SAND LAND is the ability to design and build your own vehicles. With a wide range of parts at your disposal, you can create tanks and other incredible vehicles that will help you navigate harsh desert landscapes and overcome any obstacles. As you progress through the game, you will be able to improve your vehicles, making them even more powerful and versatile.
Braid Anniversary Edition
- April 30
- Switch, mobile, PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S
Braid: Anniversary Edition is a re-release of the platformer announced on the 12th anniversary of the original game. The puzzle will receive improved textures and models, will be slightly redrawn, will acquire new effects, and will appear on new generation consoles with support for all its main features.
Braid is a scenic puzzle platformer that allows you to manipulate the passage of time in various strange and unusual ways. Starting in a town mansion, you’ll visit various worlds and solve many puzzles while rescuing a kidnapped princess. In each world, you influence the behavior of time differently, and the nature of the puzzles lies in its strangeness. Features of time behavior include the ability to rewind, objects not subject to it, binding time to space, parallel realities, time dilation, and, perhaps, something else.
