The 10 best games releasing in April 2023 to stay on your radar
April is finally here and it’s an exciting time to look forward to in terms of video game releases and content. If you’re looking for new titles this month, we’ve got everything you need to know about the best games. In no particular order, here’s our list for those Top 10 best games releasing in April 2023 to stay on your radar.
Ghostwire: Tokyo
April 12th – Xbox Series X|S
Ghostwire: Tokyo arrives on the Xbox Series X|S, one year after its year-long PC and PS5 exclusive release, bringing a first-person action-adventure title to the platform with a striking spooky neon aesthetic. Ghostwire: Tokyo features an immersive narrative and immersive world set in an alternate Japan overwhelmed by supernatural beings.
Though praised for its visual worldbuilding, Ghostwire: Tokyo has been known to have mixed reviews on combat, with reports that it feels a bit clunky and boss fights are underwhelming. While the combat isn’t perfect, it’s unique and contains plenty of fun enemy encounters to work your way through. In addition, the atmosphere of the supernatural-infested world is quite impressive, as it manages to balance beauty and spooky imagery. Ghostwire Tokyo will be available on the Xbox Store and Xbox Game Pass on April 12, 2023.
Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection
April 14th – PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, PC
Coming to PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch and PC on April 14, 2023, the Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection features ten games from the Mega Man series to progress through at your own pace. These games comprise all six mainline games from the Mega Man Battle Network, taking a different approach to the familiar mix of run-and-gun and Metroidvania playstyle and swapping it for a tactical RPG format.
These games play similarly to any other tactical RPG, with a world map, NPCs and a unique combat where you take control of a combat program called Megaman.exe to face off against viruses. This differs significantly from the average Mega Man title, making it a pretty interesting spin-off series to dive into. If you’re a big fan of tactical RPGs, even if you’re unfamiliar with the franchise, Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection might be worth a try.
Minecraft Legends
April 18th – PC, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S
Minecraft Legends is an action-strategy game scheduled for release on April 18, 2023 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC consoles. Minecraft Legends takes the beloved open world with sandbox-like qualities that millions of fans love and cherish, and puts a new spin on things with a linear action-strategy approach, while still hinting at beloved fan familiarities like building and craft maintained.
In Minecraft Legends, you play from a third-person perspective and step into a hero’s footsteps as you team up with new friends and familiar mobs to defeat your opponent, the ever-greedy Piglins. If the single player story alone isn’t enough to get you hooked, you can also team up with your friends and challenge them to compete in PvP or defeat the Piglins together using a combination of teamwork and tactics.
Disney Speed Storm
April 18th – PS4, PS5, PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch
Essentially Disney’s take on the popular Mario Kart franchise, Disney Speedstorm brings an all-ages kart racing game that’s set to hit the 18th while many big franchises throw out a kart racing game or two in their lifetime that end up as forgotten titles Speedstorm looks like a surprisingly fun alternative to the Super Mario Bros. racing game that everyone is familiar with.
It has a variety of Disney characters in the list, from Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck to Hercules and Captain Hook, which are sure to create some hilarious and wacky moments of competition between friends, foes and strangers of the Disney universe. The graphics are visually appealing too, with glowing effects and animations that light up the screen as you tear up the racetrack. If there’s going to be a strong contender for Mario Kart’s crown of toon-themed racers, Disney Speedstorm looks like it’s the one.
Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores (DLC)
April 19th – PS5
While not technically a game, Horizon Forbidden West’s Burning Shores DLC is one of the most anticipated content releases of the month, set to finally be available on April 19th, 2023.
The Burning Shores DLC brings many beautiful and fun new additions to Horizon Forbidden West that everyone can’t wait to get their hands on. First, the new flying mount, titled Water Wing, can dive underwater, allowing you to explore the ocean at a new pace. There will also be a menacing new monster to defeat as Aloy, new cosmetic outfits and weapons, and many smaller additions that will take immersion and exploration in Horizon Forbidden West to an all-time high.
This DLC will also take Aloy on an adventure through what’s left of Los Angeles, bringing some beautiful new landscapes and the fascinating remains of the post-apocalyptic city to the big screen. You can fly through shifting cloud formations, abandoned ruins and mysterious caves while observing new weather effects like lightning strikes that add evocative coloring to the world atmosphere.
Bramble: The Mountain King
April 20th – PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PC
Bramble: The Mountain King is described by the developers as a gritty adventure set in a world inspired by dark Norse tales. Players take control of a little boy named Olle who tries to find his missing sister and save him from a troll-like monster. If you’re a fan of Norse fables or dark exploration games, Bramble: The Mountain King seems like a promising title with a beautiful but dangerous world to navigate.
As you enter the mysterious and strange land of Bramble, twisted mythical creatures of all shapes and sizes will watch Olle along the way, and not all of them will be kind. This adds a fun level of suspense and suspense as you have to be careful when taking cover and hiding or approaching these oddities. Bramble: The Mountain King will be released on April 20th for PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PC platforms.
Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly
April 20th – PS4, PS5, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch
Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly is the highly anticipated second episode in the sequel to the original coffee brewing storytelling experience. Episode 2 returns to the late-night cafe Lo-fi, where players prepare hot drinks for customers who aren’t always human. These customers will share their stories with you along the way, and you have the opportunity to listen to those stories and connect with them through your role as a barista.
Suppose the gorgeous pixel art style and subtle charming animations aren’t enough to grab your attention. In this case, the intrigue of the mysterious humanoid clients and their supernatural, mythical and whimsical auras can make you get the title and play at your leisure, creating a perfectly relaxing gaming experience. Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly will be released on April 20th, 2023 for Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One and PC, leaving enough time to raise some cash, brew your own coffee and make this one yourself grab.
Advance Wars 1+2: Reboot Camp
April 21st – Nintendo Switch
After an understandable delay in 2022 following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp will be released on April 21, 2023 for Nintendo Switch. This title is a remake of the popular GBA Advance Wars and Advance Wars 2: Black Hole Rising turn-based strategy games, with a revival in the form of updated, modern graphics and a rather charming, simplified 3D chibi art style.
Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp also offers options to compete against your friends (or rivals!) in versus mode, where up to four players can select a CO and battle with their CO on a wide range of maps Use strategic powers to turn the battle in your favor. In addition to the versus mode, there will also be an online mode for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers where players can challenge others to 1v1 matches and show off their skills.
dead island 2
April 21 – PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, PS5
Dead Island 2 is one of the most anticipated video game sequels of all time, and after spending years in the void it will finally be released on April 21st, 2023. Dead Island 2 will be available for all zombie slayer fans to purchase on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4 and PS5 platforms.
Dead Island 2 is set in an open, post-apocalyptic, sunny Los Angeles a few months after the events of the first game. As you advance through the mysterious story, you’ll face multiple variants of the horrific zombies, meaning you’ll have to use multiple different approaches to kill them and survive. If you enjoy hacking and slashing your way through the undead and escaping dreaded flesh-eating creatures, then Dead Island 2 might just be what you’re looking for.
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
April 28 – PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
The single-player sequel to Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order brings back the well-known and beloved protagonist Cal for a new third-person action-adventure in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. The game will be released on April 28th, 2023 and is available for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
In this upcoming title, Cal will travel across new planets to continue his story and embark on a narrative adventure set five years after the events of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. As one of the last surviving Jedi Knights, Cal must stand up to the Empire, which despite previous efforts has only grown stronger, and prevent the galaxy from sinking further into darkness. On his journey to achieve these goals, he will encounter thrills, dangers, and threats that are both new and familiar.
That’s it for the 10 best games to be released in April 2023 to stay on your radar. Which of them are you most looking forward to getting your hands on? Feel free to let us know in the comments section below and be sure to check out the rest of our content over at Twinfinite for many more lists, guides and news to cover all your gaming needs.