April 2024 promises to be a fulfilling month for gamers with exciting new releases. Harold Halibut, a game a decade in the making, is finally set to launch. Also, a video game adaptation of Akira Toriyama’s Sand Land will be released shortly after the creator’s passing. RPG enthusiasts will have plenty to enjoy with a new SaGa game and the highly anticipated spiritual successor to Suikoden. Additionally, April will see a wave of re-releases, including remasters of Gigantic and Braid, along with multiplatform ports of two Xbox Game Studios titles.
April’s game lineup mirrors the trend of 2024 as a whole, with many niche titles that will undoubtedly be extremely satisfying for eager players. Here are eight standout new releases slated for the latter half of the month:
Children of the Sun (April 9)
Recommended if you like: Sniper Elite 5
Children of the Sun introduces a unique twist to sniping games, allowing players to control the bullet after firing from their sniper rifle. It combines elements of shooting and puzzle-solving, challenging players to eliminate all enemies in a level with a single sniper bullet.
Children of the Sun is set to launch for PC on April 9, with a playable demo currently available.
Harold Halibut (April 16)
Recommended if you like: The Neverhood
Harold Halibut, an adventure game a decade in the making, boasts a unique hand-crafted art style achieved through claymation and photogrammetry. With a focus on art direction, emotional narratives, and engaging puzzles, this game appeals to fans of adventure games.
A demo of Harold Halibut is currently available on Steam, with the full game set to be included in the Xbox Game Pass catalog upon release.
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes (April 23)
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes serves as the much-awaited spiritual successor to the Suikoden series, featuring RPG elements, pixel art visuals, a rich narrative, and a vast roster of recruitable characters.
Launching on multiple platforms on April 23, including PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes continues the trend of classic RPG franchises making a comeback in 2024.
Tales of Kenzera: Zau (April 23)
Recommended if you like: Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
Tales of Kenzera: Zau presents a Metroidvania experience infused with African culture and a narrative focused on grief. With emotional storytelling and unique world-building, this game offers a personal journey for players to explore.
Available on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch from April 23, Tales of Kenzera: Zau invites players to delve into a poignant and captivating adventure.
Another Crab’s Treasure (April 25)
Recommended if you like: Dark Souls
Another Crab’s Treasure offers a humorous take on the Soulslike genre, starring a crab protagonist in a challenging action game setting. With innovative gameplay mechanics and quirky elements, this game promises a fresh twist on the genre.
Launching on various platforms on April 25, including PC, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch, Another Crab’s Treasure is set to delight fans of challenging games.
Sand Land (April 26)
Recommended if you like: Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot
Based on Akira Toriyama’s manga, Sand Land offers a post-apocalyptic world exploration experience with various vehicles. Drawing from exceptional source material, this game showcases promising potential as a standout manga-to-game adaptation.
With a demo available across all platforms and a release date of April 26 for PC, PS4, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, Sand Land is a title to watch for fans of the genre.
Stellar Blade (April 26)
Recommended if you like: Bayonetta 3
April’s AAA highlight, Stellar Blade, is a PS5-exclusive sci-fi action game offering a character-driven combat experience. With dynamic battles and a captivating sci-fi narrative, this game aims to captivate fans of character action games.
Set to launch for PS5 on April 26, interested players can access a free demo of Stellar Blade on the PlayStation Store ahead of its release.
More new games in April 2024
- Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop (April 4)
- Botany Manor (April 9)
- Gigantic: Rampage Edition (April 9)
- Ereban: Shadow Legacy (April 10)
- Turbo Kid (April 10)
- Grounded for PlayStation and Nintendo Switch (April 16)
- No Rest for the Wicked (April 18)
- Final Fantasy XVI: The Rising Tide (April 18)
- Lunar Lander Beyond (April 23)
- Megaton Musashi W: Wired (April 24)
- SaGa: Emerald Beyond (April 25)
- Demon Slayer — Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board! (April 26)
- TopSpin 2K25 (April 26)
- Braid Anniversary Edition (April 30)
- Sea of Thieves for PS5 (April 30)
