What a fulfilling year, as last month’s lineup, featuring titles such as Last Epoch, Unicorn Overlord, and Helldiver 2 – kept me up late at night, engrossed, leaving lil to no room for other games to shine and be given the chance to the tried out. Yet, this month’s offering, though a few in numbers, promises a great deal in quality across multiple genres, catering to ARPG, JRPG, and casual game fans alike.
Here are some of the highlights of what’s to come and why we are excited about it. If we missed any hidden gems, don’t be shy and drop by the comments or tag us to share the excitement. It’s time to elevate our gaming experience this April 2024.
DAVE THE DIVER | In April 2024
As shared on PlayStation
Featuring deep-sea exploration and fishing during the day and sushi restaurant management at night. Join Dave and his quirky friends as they seek to uncover the secrets of the mysterious Blue Hole.
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes | April 23rd
This is a must-buy JRPG to me as my internal Suikoden feelings are screaming in excitement to play this. Join the army and collect over a hundred allies on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox Game Pass, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, EPIC Games, GOG, and Steam.
STELLAR BLADE | April 26th, 2024
No apologies are needed to enjoy the games that you want. In this case, after my short demo session with Stellar Blade – it is really fun with multiple in-between design influences of Gantz/Xenosaga, less punishing and more rewarding combat of Sekiro/Lies Of P/Devil May Cry, and musical scores/ environment details akin to Nier Automata/Metal Gear Solid 4.
This is solid in both gameplay as well as designs and should be worth checking out once it’s out on the PlayStation 5.
「Stellar Blade」 demo, available for download NOW! pic.twitter.com/g4TiQrzPNf
— StellarBlade (@StellarBlade) March 29, 2024
No Rest for the Wicked | Apr 18th, 2024 (Early Access)
Although this is early access, I can’t wait to try this out as it looks to be a new type of ARPG that promises to reinvent the genre with visceral combat.
Details as shared on Steam:
Hone combat skills with a system that challenges you to be deliberate and strategic. Battle against gruesome creatures, enemy soldiers, and punishing bosses in tense, visceral combat. Feel the weight and speed of each weapon through their own move sets. Enchant armaments with runes, craft rare armor, and create bespoke character builds that fit your playstyle.
MEGATON MUSASHI W: WIRED | April 25th, 2024
Anything with anime and mecha is also a must-buy game for me as ARPG MEGATON MUSASHI W: WIRED promises to engage exciting robot battles with thrilling stories. Coming your way on Nintendo Switch／PlayStation 5／PlayStation 4／PC via Steam.
Features as shared on Steam:
■ Engage in exciting robot battles while being immersed in a thrilling story!
As Earth faces invasion by an alien force, a number of young people are chosen to pilot giant robots called Rogues to take back their home in this enthralling mecha action RPG.
Customize your Rogue to make it your own, master flashy attacks in the midst of battle, and enjoy an intricate tale full of rich characters.
■ Hack and slash through missions to obtain legendary items!
Eliminate your enemies with invigorating attacks to clear missions! Win battles and obtain parts to upgrade your Rogue! Collect rare items including custom parts, weapons, and power-up materials! Find legendary items to assemble the ultimate mecha!
■ Fight alongside your friends to defeat powerful enemies, or take them on in head-to-head battles.
■ Collab mechs join the action!
The classic super robots, Mazinger Z, Getter Robo, Combattler V, and Voltes V join Megaton Musashi in an epic collaboration! Both the mecha and their weapons are ready for battle! Collect all of the parts to assemble your own personalized battle machine.
