The Games of April 2021
We are one quarter done for the year and normally April would be a bit of a quiet month, March being the period when most big games ship, but today and the last day of the month, both have big releases, with the days inbetween filled as well.
The selection of games is quite varied as well, some are big names, others are new and then you have a few returning icons, either way you look at it, April has a lot to look forward to, starting with the game out today.
Outriders
April 1 - Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4
Outriders is a 1-3 player co-op RPG shooter set in an original, dark and desperate sci-fi universe. As mankind bleeds out in the trenches of Enoch, you’ll create your own Outrider and embark on a journey across the hostile planet.
Oddworld: Soulstorm
April 6 - PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PC
Abe is back and now he is more resourceful than ever, because in his quest to save as many of his fellow mudukons as he can, he will loot the corpses of his victims, or just the world around him, to craft new tools to help out. Plus with new abilities and the ever reliable portal, there is a lot to look forward too.
Star Wars: Republic Commando
April 6 - Switch, PlayStation 4
Aspyr have been doing good work lately, bringing classic Star Wars games to modern consoles and this might be their most unique one todate. A squad based game, played from a first person perspective, its quite unique, but also amazing.
SaGa Frontier Remastered
April 15 - Switch, PlayStation 4, PC, iOS, Android
The beloved 1998 RPG Classic, SaGa Frontier, is reborn with improved graphics, additional features, and the all new character, Fuse. Experience this role-playing adventure as one of the eight heroes, each with their own storyline and goals. With the Free Scenario system, unfold your own unique journey.
Shadow Man Remastered
April 15 - PC
He is coming, stalking criminals in the spirit world and the real world. A possessed man is coming, a voodoo mask in his chest and lines of power in his back. Shadow Man is coming, trailing evil from Liveside to Deadside. To stop an apocalypse. To save your soul.
Plus with 4K support, updated lighting and restored content for the game, even returning shadowmen will have new ways to enjoy this one.
MLB The Show 21
April 20 - PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
Baseball is America’s past time to be sure, but this year, it is about time that the game comes multiplatform, with Sony’s flagship sports title releasing on Xbox as well as PlayStation. There isn’t much to say here, the game will have the usual incredible visuals, some wicked animations. Next gen players will also get access to the Stadium builder, exclusive to them and after this was posted, it was announced that the game will launch into Xbox Game Pass
Atelier Mysterious Trilogy Deluxe Pack
April 22 - Switch, PlayStation 4, PC
Containing all tree titles, this is the definitive edition of the Mysterious trilogy titles, featuring new content and a variety of previously released downloadable content.
MotoGP 21
April 22 - Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Switch
Take your place on the starting grid and get ready for the most realistic and immersive MotoGP™ videogame ever. When you can control and manage every aspect of the race, every decision matters. Keep tabs on the level of Fuel, the Brakes temperature and the Tire wear. Take crucial choices based on your riding style and the conditions of the race.
Judgment
April 23 - PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Join detective Takayuki Yagami as he claws through Kamurocho’s criminal underground in an attempt to unravel the truth. Remastered for both next gen systems, it also marks the debut of the game on the Xbox.
Nier Replicant ver.1.22474487139...
April 23 - PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC
NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139... is an updated version of NieR Replicant, previously only released in Japan.
Discover the one-of-a-kind prequel to the critically-acclaimed masterpiece NieR:Automata. Now with a modern upgrade, experience masterfully revived visuals, a fascinating storyline and more!
New Pokémon Snap
April 30 - Switch
Seek out and take in-game photographs of Pokémon in their native environments in the New Pokémon Snap. Take photos from the NEO-ONE as you you encounter and research lively wild Pokémon. You might see unexpected expressions or behaviors—Pokémon patrolling their territory, playing, or lurking in out-of-the-way spots.
Returnal
April 30 - PlayStation 5
After crash-landing on this shape-shifting world, Selene must search through the barren landscape of an ancient civilization for her escape. Isolated and alone, she finds herself fighting tooth and nail for survival. Again and again, she’s defeated – forced to restart her journey every time she dies.
R-Type Final 2
April 30 - Switch, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, PlayStation 4
Experience white-knuckle shooter action in R-Type Final 2! Customize your ship, upgrade your weapons, and unleash a devastating onslaught against hordes of enemies that evolve according to your performance!
That is of course, not all the games coming this month, there are many more and that does not include games that will release out of nowhere, or DLC that will do the same, I mean March saw the second DLC’s for DOOM Eternal and Immortal Fenyx Rising drop out of nowhere.
What games did we not include that are coming, that have you excited?
