A new week is upon us, and with that comes a fresh round of new titles being released to keep PC and console gamers entertained.
In the first of a new series of posts we are going to take a look at the main games launching in the coming seven days. This week is a relatively quiet affair with only a handful of games launching, but looking ahead, we can already see a surge of exciting titles coming down the track.
Let’s dive right in because the first title this week launches tomorrow.
Poison Control – April 13th
Developer – Nippon Ichi
Publisher – NIS America
Rating – Teen
Launching onto the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4, Poison Control is an action-RPG based in Hell, and from what we have seen so far has a very interesting graphics style that reminds us of the Persona games.
Spirits are being trapped in poisonous manifestations of their despair, and only Poisonette and her Soul Mate can purify them! Venture through the different Belles’ Hells to defeat enemies, learn the stories of fallen souls and other Poisonettes, and fight your way to Heaven in this stylishly twisted action shooter!
Ashwalkers – April 15th
Developer – Nameless XIII
Publisher – Dear Villagers
Rating – Mature
From the mind that created Life is Strange, and the first title from Nameless XIII comes Ashwalkers, a survival game set in the aftermath of a volcanic eruption. The narrative driven title is one that changes based on the players choices.
A survival journey through a harsh world without rules or judgement. Only your choices matters in the face of moral dilemmas. Manage your party, food & equipment in this non-linear narrative survival sim with 34 possible endings.
SaGa Frontier Remastered – April 15th
Developer – Square Enix
Publisher – Square Enix
Rating – Teen
This 1998 classic RPG is back in 2021, hitting consoles and mobiles devices with renewed graphics, extra features and even a brand-new character. This is the latest in a long line of remasters breathing new life into old titles, giving OG fans a treat as well as bringing classic titles to new eyes, and hopefully bringing eager gamers to the original titles also.
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.
Engage in dramatic battles, using the Hirameki system to gain new skills and carry out combined attacks with your allies!
Super Meatboy Forever – April 16th
Developer – Team Meat
Publisher – Team Meat
Rating – Teen
Having launched onto the Switch and PCs back in December 2020, everybody’s favourite slab of meat is back for more platforming madness onto all other home consoles and mobile devices. The undoubted indie darling of 2010.
The challenge of Super Meat Boy returns in Super Meat Boy Forever. Levels are brutal, death is inevitable, and players will get that sweet feeling of accomplishment after beating a level. Players will run, jump, punch and kick their way through familiar settings and totally new worlds.
The Return of the Meat Will Have Gamers Excited
While it has already released on some consoles, arguably the most exciting game coming this week is Super Meatboy Forever. This game promises to be a wild ride, even the game description on the online stores is worth reading. The folks at Team Meat must be some of the coolest around, and here’s hoping this launch is another step towards even more great things from them.
There is a nice range of games launching this week covering a few different genres, and certainly enough to keep gamers entertained until for another seven days.
What titles did you pick up this week?
