After a thrilling Q1 period filled with highly anticipated new releases, April seems like a good opportunity to take a breather and catch up on your gaming backlog. However, that doesn’t mean it’s going to be a quiet month, as there are still some exciting titles to look forward to. Whether you’re a fan of Metroidvania adventures, puzzle games, or action-packed RPGs, April has something for everyone. Let’s take a closer look at what’s in store for this month.

Metroidvania enthusiasts will find themselves spoiled for choice with several intriguing titles hitting the shelves. From embarking on a biological journey inside a loyal canine companion to embarking on an African odyssey to restore order to a world where the dead demand peace, there’s no shortage of immersive experiences to dive into. Additionally, puzzle enthusiasts can look forward to Children of the Sun, a stylish puzzle game that challenges players to strategically eliminate cultists with a single bullet.

On the console front, PlayStation owners can rejoice as two Microsoft titles, Obsidian’s Grounded and Rare’s Sea of Thieves, are making their way to PS5 in April. As for May, gamers can anticipate a slew of high-profile releases, including the PC port of Ghost of Tsushima, Homeworld 3, and Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2.

For a comprehensive overview of the April gaming landscape, check out the highlights below. And for a broader look at what’s on the horizon for the rest of the year, be sure to explore the 2024 upcoming games schedule.

[Please note that the game release dates mentioned below are subject to change.]

1. Minishoot Adventures (PC) – April 2
2. Biomorph (PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One) – April 5
3. Spirit City: Lofi Sessions (PC) – April 8
4. Children of the Sun (PC) – April 9
5. Slave Zero X (Switch) – April 11
6. BioGun (PC) – April 16
7. Grounded (PS5, PS4, Switch) – April 16
8. Planet of Lana (PS5, PS4, Switch) – April 16
9. No Rest for the Wicked (PC early access) – April 18
10. Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes (PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One) – April 23
11. Tales of Kenzera: Zau (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch) – April 23
12. Sand Land (PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S) – April 26
13. Stellar Blade (PS5) – April 26
14. TopSpin 2K25 (PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch) – April 26
15. Braid: Anniversary Edition (PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch) – April 30
16. Sea of Thieves (PS5) – April 30

For more details on these and other April releases, stay tuned for updates and announcements.

Stay plugged into the gaming pulse, and anticipate the thrill of new adventures and the nostalgia of departing classics. For the freshest updates, keep an eye on Lavegagames.com – where gaming news comes to life.