As we bid farewell to a packed March gaming schedule, April 2025 brings an equally impressive lineup of titles across all platforms. From long-awaited PC ports to exciting new IPs, this month offers something for every type of gamer.
Headlining Titles
The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered (April 3) finally arrives on PC, bringing Naughty Dog’s acclaimed post-apocalyptic adventure to a new audience. This enhanced version features 4K support, upgraded animations, and additional content including the roguelike survival mode “No Return.” The remaster takes the already stunning 2020 game and elevates the visual experience while adding compelling new ways to experience Ellie and Abby’s journey4.
South of Midnight (April 8) emerges as one of the month’s most anticipated new IPs, launching on Xbox Series X|S and PC. This supernatural adventure set in the American South has generated significant buzz since its reveal, with its distinctive art style and folklore-inspired narrative drawing comparisons to titles like Alan Wake24.
Lost Records: Bloom and Rage Tape 2 (April 15) continues the narrative adventure from acclaimed developer Don’t Nod, coming to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Following the well-received first “tape,” this second installment further explores the story of four friends and the supernatural events that changed their lives forever12.
Fighting and Action Highlights
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves (April 21-24) marks the revival of SNK’s beloved fighting game series after a 26-year hiatus. Available on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, this 2D fighter combines classic arcade aesthetics with the modern REV System. The roster includes 14 original characters plus guest fighters Ken Masters and Chun-Li from Street Fighter, making it a must-play for fighting game enthusiasts34.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (April 24) offers a unique RPG experience set in a Belle Époque-inspired world. Developed by Sandfall Interactive for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, players take on the role of Gustave, leading Expedition 33 against the mysterious Paintress. The game innovatively combines traditional JRPG turn-based mechanics with real-time and rhythm-based combat14.
Remasters and Collections
Lunar Remastered Collection (April 18) brings the beloved JRPG series to modern platforms including PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, and PC. This collection celebrates the classic RPG franchise that first captivated players on the Sega CD and PlayStation13.
Days Gone Remastered (April 25) gives PlayStation’s post-apocalyptic open-world adventure a new lease on life on PS5. This enhanced version promises to take advantage of the PS5’s capabilities to deliver an improved version of Bend Studio’s zombie survival game25.
Cross-Platform Surprises
Forza Horizon 5 (April 29) makes the surprising jump to PlayStation 5 after being an Xbox/PC exclusive since its original release. This marks a significant shift in Microsoft’s platform strategy and gives PlayStation owners access to one of the most acclaimed racing games of recent years35.
The Talos Principle: Reawakened (April 10) brings the philosophical puzzle game to PS4/5 and Xbox Series X|S with enhanced visuals and new content, challenging players with mind-bending puzzles and existential questions3.
Indie Standouts
Blue Prince (April 10) launches on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PS5, offering an intriguing new indie experience that has been generating positive pre-release buzz3.
Crashlands 2 (April 10) brings the sequel to the beloved crafting adventure to PC and mobile devices, promising more of the quirky humor and engaging gameplay that made the original a hit3.
With such a diverse lineup spanning multiple genres and platforms, April 2025 continues the strong momentum of game releases this year, ensuring players will have plenty of new experiences to enjoy as spring arrives.