The Biggest April 2023 Video Game Releases

Japanese development studio Vanillaware is given tons of love from action and strategy RPG fans for producing great games within those two sub-genres. It's also put on a pedestal for blessings its games with some of the most alluring visuals that look like they belong in an art museum. One of the studio's earliest titles is GrimGrimoire, a real-time strategy RPG that follows a witch-in-training named Lillet Blan. After her school is attacked by an evil wizard called Calvaros, Lillet steps into action with her party of "familiars" during heated battles. And all the while, she has to navigate a time loop that takes place over a tumultuous five days. GrimGrimoire OnceMore is a remaster of that experience that comes with an updated graphical resolution, a bigger screen ratio, new stage missions, the debut of "Grand Magic" spells, additional abilities to be unlocked on the game's "Skill Tree," and a helpful "Tactical Notebook."

In 2021, Electronic Arts announced to the world that its golfing simulation series was coming back in 2022 bigger and better than ever. And after years of progress brought on by the PGA Tour Golf, Tiger Woods PGA Tour, and Rory McIlroy PGA Tour games, we're all set to enjoy some next-gen golfing with EA Sports PGA Tour. 30 acclaimed real-world golf courses will be included at launch and let players take control of the highly intuitive "Pure Strike" system. And as fans have come to expect, you'll be able to create your own golfer and try to rise up the ranks in an attempt to become the very best in "Road to the Masters" mode. While Tiger Woods won't make an appearance here, you'll get to hit the green as Scottie Scheffler, Cameron Champ, Xander Schauffele, and more.

The devs behind the smash hit asymmetrical horror game Dead by Daylight are doing something new that steps out of the horror realm. That game is Meet Your Maker, a post-apocalyptic FPS that pits players against other player-made stages rife with traps to avoid and enemies to eliminate. The gunplay is fast and furious, of course. But it's the ability to craft your own "Outposts" and be proud of how dangerous they turn out to be that helps Meet Your Maker adopts a personality all its own. What you're seeing here is an awesome combination of the best parts of Super Mario Maker and DOOM. On day one, this release will drop as a part of the April 2023 PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup.

It's been a hot minute since we've gotten a game from the extra bright technicolor world of TRON. The shocking part about this release is that it's not what you expect since it's not an FPS or "Lightcycle" racing game - it's actually a visual novel. TRON: Identity transports players to "The Grid," where a great mystery must be solved thanks to the efforts of a detective program named Query. As things unravel, you'll be forced to make major decisions that determine the course of the game's story and solve puzzles attached to defragging "Identity Discs." Out of all the April 2023 video game releases, TRON: Identity looks to be a dark horse contender for the best game of the month.

Zero-G gunplay in space might really be the new move for multiplayer FPS enthusiasts! Boundary, which is hitting Steam in Early Access this month, offers that experience via an intense team-based shooter. With every player donning a spacesuit ripped right out of a NASA closet and referred to as an "Astroperator," two teams will float around with different firearms in tow and attempt to blast each other right out of the solar system. Sliding across satellites and using a grappling hook to zip across the outer space battlefields in this game looks and sounds like Titanfall meets your average space exploration simulator.

While we await another mainline Mega Man game and an all-new Mega Man X, Capcom is heading back into the retro anthology territory for its latest foray into the "Blue Bomber's" world. Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection offers the full slate of 10 games within the spinoff series and throws on a heap of new features to sweeten the whole deal. Among those worthwhile additions are online chip trading and battling, a new "Buster MAX Mode" that increases your standard "Mega Buster" shots' damage to 100, an art gallery, a music player, and more. This collection should be a great one as it properly honors the legacy of the fan-favorite Mega Man Battle Network series. Now, where's our Mega Man Legends Collection, Capcom?

French game publisher Gameloft has been in the mobile gaming market for a very long time. And for those who recognize its name, you've most likely played its titles - Asphalt 9: Legends is one of its most popular releases after all. The Gameloft S.E. development studio is attempting to create yet another awesome racer and this time, it'll feature the cherished characters that live within the wide and wonderful world of Disney and Pixar. Disney Speedstorm puts Mickey Mouse, Mulan, Hercules, Mike Wazowski, and more on the track for some fast and furious racing. Weapons can be employed to gain the upper hand, plus each character has their very own signature ability to put to good use. With movie-inspired tracks such as Pirates of the Caribbean’s "Pirates Island" and The Jungle Book’s "Jungle Ruins," this racer looks to be a speedy tour through Disney history.

Out of all the major fighting games coming out in 2023, God of Rock presents the most unique take on the thriving genre. Imagine this - you choose your fighter, then head into battle to pull off extra flashy combos via timed button presses that coincide with the background music being played. This music-powered brawler mashes up its gameplay systems with rhythm game mechanics, which gives it a personality all its own. Following the notes and hitting them in sync totally looks and sounds like Guitar Hero had a bountiful baby Street Fighter, which is a video game combination we never knew we wanted...until now. God of Rock looks fun and sounds pretty easy on the ears from what we've heard thus far.

Minecraft fans will be pretty shocked to see this spinoff title coming out real soon. And based on its premise, it may just morph into one of the more engrossing games featured on our list of substantial April 2023 video game releases. Instead of offering a new and improved rendition of the sandbox creation mechanics the original game is known for, Minecraft Legends moves in a different action-strategy direction. Cooperative and competitive multiplayer are both implemented here in a game where you must save the "Overworld" from the growing "Piglins" horde. Gather your troops for war, defend your village, and tear into your opponents’ settlements to remain superior!

The League of Legends universe is still pumping out spinoff games that focus on the iconic "Champions" that wage war in the world's biggest MOBA game. The unchained mage known as Sylas is front and center here in an action RPG where his signature chains come into play as a primary weapon. Powerful magic spells can also be utilized during Sylas' harrowing journey. You'll need to become familiar with every vicious move in Silas' arsenal since you'll need them to get revenge on the "Mageseekers" that unjustly imprisoned him. Top-down action RPG combat and retro stylized pixel graphics are in two here for a solo adventure that looks to expand upon LOL's fascinating lore.

So you've already traversed every part of the vast post-apocalyptic world of Horizon Forbidden West as expert hunter Aloy, huh? Your adventure isn't completely over yet, however - the Burning Shores DLC expansion will transport you south of the "Tenakth Clan Lands," which is home to volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and new breeds of animal machines. This extra campaign will feature Aloy once again as you put her up against a new potentially world-ending threat within the confines of Los Angeles' ruins.

After a huge delay due to the ongoing Russia/Ukraine war, Nintendo is finally ready to unleash its double dosage of remakes that refine the first two games in the Advance Wars series. Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp spruces up the 2D visuals for both titles, brings back both games' campaigns, and also throws in four-player local multiplayer battles alongside 1v1 online skirmishes. It's also worth noting that this collection also offers more valuable modes that allow you to create your own battle maps, a "War Room" that lets you clash with the CPU for the highest ranking, and more.

This one's been through the wringer, boy! Dead Island 2 was first revealed at E3 2014 and was sadly plagued by changing development teams that pushed it right into the dreaded "development hell." It's been passed from Yager Development to Sumo Digital to Dambuster Studios, which has managed to finish the game and finally put it in everyone's awaiting hands. Dead Island 2 is certainly one of those marquee April 2023 video game releases due to the first game's establishing itself as a fun IP that makes zombie bashing such a fun activity. This time, players will have to confront the "walking dead" in Los Angeles and San Francisco. With all manner of swords, hammers, firearms, and more, you'll take great pleasure in taking advantage of Dead Island 2's extreme gore system. Your character's zombie virus-fueled "Rage" and the addition of item crafting systems freshen up the formula introduced by the first game, too.

Be sure to check out our review for this game right here.

Chinese development studio miHoYo is responsible for creating the highly addictive open-world action RPG Genshin Impact. The spectacular anime art style of that game is coming back in full form with the release of the turn-based RPG Honkai: Star Rail. This is also a free-to-play experience where obtaining new characters will surely come with a price. Gameplay-wise, you'll command four party members during turn-based battles, peruse through dungeons, and venture through a massive open world as you seek to destroy the maniacal "Honkai."

The "Metroidvania" formula still manages to enrapture gamers and stay relevant thanks to changing themes and fun mechanical changes that keep things fresh. In the case of The Last Case of Benedict Fox, your side-scrolling mission is centered on a demon-assisted detective named Benedict Fox. He'll need to get to the bottom of the mystery concerning a young couple's grisly murder and their missing child, which pushes you to make your way through every pocket of a derelict mansion. Your collection of weapons and demon abilities should keep you alive during your H.P. Lovecraft-inspired adventure full of supernatural dangers.

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order ended up being one of the greatest Star Wars games of all time. That fully solo escapade debuted the "Lightsaber"-wielding "Jedi Padawan" Cal Kestis, who is still on the run from the tyrannical "Galactic Empire." Star Wars Jedi: Survivor takes place five years after the events of the first game and features a wide swath of upgrades and quality-of-life enhancements. Cal can cut down his pursuers with three different Lightsaber fighting stances, new "Force" abilities, the addition of a laser blaster, ridable mounts, and fast-travel mechanics. The stakes are certainly much higher now that Cal must stay one step ahead of a mysterious "Pau'an" Imperial senator and the "Gen'Dai Rayvis" species, who believe the Jedi should no longer be alive in full. Star Wars Jedi: Survivor looks and sounds like it'll be the ultimate closer on this list of major April 2023 video game releases.

Be sure to check out our review for this game right here.