New video games you shouldn’t miss in April 2025

Summer’s almost here, and April is bringing a quieter lineup of releases before the big games start dropping. There may not be any massive blockbusters this month, but there’s still plenty to be excited about, especially for PlayStation and PC players.

Days Gone Remastered and The Last of Us Part II Remastered are finally coming to PC, giving fans a chance to revisit these PlayStation classics with better visuals and performance. Over on the Microsoft console and Windows, South of Midnight is launching as an exclusive title. 

Detective Dotson is a story-driven adventure set in modern-day India, where you’ll solve cases while exploring its vibrant streets. If you’re in the mood for something more chill, Ekoh Beach lets you rebuild a town after a Robot Rebellion, mixing resource gathering with a unique sci-fi mystery.

April isn’t bringing a flood of new releases, but there’s still plenty worth checking out. Here’s everything dropping this month.

Top video game releases for April 2025

– Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

– Days Gone Remastered

– Detective Dotson

– MotoGP 25

– South of Midnight

– The Last of Us Part II Remastered

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

What if a single painting could decide your fate? Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 drops you into a hauntingly beautiful world where the god-like Paintress can wipe out entire generations with just a brushstroke. This turn-based RPG from Sandfall Interactive takes place in a stunning Belle Époque-inspired setting, blending high-stakes storytelling with a combat system that rewards smart strategy and precise timing. 

You’ll lead a team of unique characters, Gustave, Maelle, and Renoir, on a desperate mission to stop the Paintress before she strikes again. The game also features top-tier voice performances from stars like Charlie Cox and Andy Serkis, adding even more depth to its gripping story.

Combat shakes up the usual turn-based formula by mixing in real-time mechanics, like well-timed parries and attacks for bonus damage (think Super Mario RPG meets Persona). 

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 launches on April 24, 2025, for PS5, PC, and the Microsoft console, and it’s shaping up to be a must-play for RPG fans.

Days Gone Remastered

After years of waiting, Days Gone Remastered is finally coming to PC along with its PlayStation 5 debut. This upgraded edition takes Deacon St. John’s fight for survival to the next level with a brutal open world packed with even more intense Freaker action.

Built for next-gen hardware, Days Gone Remastered delivers enhanced visuals, better lighting and shadows, an expanded foliage draw distance, and full VRR support. You can also choose between Quality Mode for sharper visuals or Performance Mode for smoother framerates.

New accessibility features like High Contrast mode, UI narration, and a Field of View slider make it easier for more players to jump in. Additionally, PC players get access to fresh game modes, including Horde Assault with bigger Freaker swarms, Permadeath Mode for the ultimate survival test, and Speedrun Mode where you race against the clock. 

Get ready to hit the road when Days Gone Remastered drops on PS5 and PC on April 25, 2025.

Detective Dotson

Dotson never wanted to be a detective. He dreamed of being a Bollywood star. But when his father, a legendary investigator, dies under mysterious circumstances, he is pulled into a world he tried to avoid. Now, he is solving cases in the vibrant and chaotic streets of modern-day India.

This story-driven adventure lets you explore bustling markets, hidden temple alleys, and colourful neighbourhoods while meeting quirky and larger-than-life characters. 

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Solving mysteries is not just about collecting clues. You will piece them together on an evidence board, like filling in a sentence with missing words. Each case brings Dotson closer to uncovering the truth about his father’s death but also deeper into the life he never wanted. But it is not all detective work. Detective Dotson also celebrates India’s rich culture with dance-offs, delicious food, lively festivals, and even family weddings. 

Detective Dotson launches on April 24, 2025, for Windows and the Microsoft console. 

MotoGP 25

MotoGP has always been known for its steep learning curve, but MotoGP 25 is making some big changes to shake things up. This latest entry from Milestone introduces two handling modes, Arcade and Pro, giving players the choice between a more relaxed ride or the unforgiving realism the series is famous for. Career Mode is also getting a major upgrade. Now, off-track activities like dirt bikes and mini moto racing will play a role in rider development. 

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The Riders Market and FIM MotoGP Stewards are back, along with a deeper Bike Development System that lets you tweak your machine throughout the year. Powered by Unreal Engine 5, MotoGP 25 looks better than ever, but the biggest improvements go beyond graphics.

Cross-play except on Switch is available from day one, ranked races make online play more competitive, and local split-screen is making a comeback for some classic couch rivalry. Longtime MotoGP fans and newcomers alike will find plenty to enjoy when MotoGP 25 launches on April 30.

South of Midnight

Compulsion Games’ South of Midnight throws you into a dreamlike Deep South where folklore comes to life. You play as Hazel, a Weaver with the power to mend the fabric of reality. After a hurricane levels her hometown of Prospero, she is pulled into a world where spirits linger, myths walk the earth, and terrifying creatures called Haints stalk the shadows. To survive, Hazel must embrace her magic, uncover dark secrets, and face the monsters haunting the land. 

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This third-person action-adventure mixes eerie Southern Gothic storytelling with a striking visual style. Hazel can manipulate the environment, solve puzzles, and take on folklore-inspired enemies using her unique weaving abilities.

The game’s cinematic cutscenes and handcrafted look make every moment feel like stepping into a living legend. As Hazel digs into her family’s past and battles ancient myths, her choices will shape the world around her. 

The Last of Us Part II Remastered

The Last of Us Part II Remastered is finally coming to PC, bringing one of PlayStation’s most acclaimed stories to a whole new audience. PC players can now experience Ellie and Abby’s unforgettable journey with all the enhancements from the remastered edition.

At its core, the game is still an emotional and brutal story of revenge and redemption, following Ellie’s relentless path through post-apocalyptic America and Abby’s fight for survival.

The PC version is built to take full advantage of powerful hardware, featuring ultrawide support, unlocked frame rates, enhanced graphics settings, and deeper control customisation. Everything from the PlayStation 5 remaster is here, including the No Return roguelike survival mode, Guitar Free Play, and developer commentary. There is also brand-new content like cut levels and extra No Return maps, adding even more to explore. 

Mark your calendars because The Last of Us Part II Remastered arrives on PC on April 3 2025.

Other games to check out in April 2025

April may not have the biggest releases of the year, but there’s still a lot to look forward to. Here’s the full lineup of everything launching in April 2025:

ACA NeoGeo Selection Vol. 3 (Switch) – April 10

ACA NeoGeo Selection Vol. 4 (All in Abyss: Judge the Fake) (PC, PS5, Switch) – April 10

Amerzone: The Explorer’s Legacy (PC, PS5, and theMicrosoft console) – April 24

Bionic Bay (PC, PS5) – April 17

Blue Prince (PC, PS5, and the Microsoft console) – April 10

Bokura (PS5, PS4) – April 18

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Chains of Freedom (PC, PS5, PS4, and the Microsoft console) – April 15

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (PC, PS5, and the Microsoft console) – April 24

Commandos: Origins (PC, PS5, and the Microsoft console) – April 9

Crashlands 2 (PC, iOS, Android) – April 10

Croc: Legend of the Gobbos (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, and the Microsoft console) – April 2

Days Gone Remastered (PS5) – April 25

Descenders Next (PC and the Microsoft console) – April 9

Dolls Nest (PC) – April 24

Driveloop: Survivors (PC) – April 9

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves (PC, PS5, PS4, and the Microsoft console) – April 24

Feudal Bros: Tonosama #1 (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, and the Microsoft console) – April 4

Forever Skies (PC, PS5) – April 14

Forza Horizon 5 (PS5) – April 29

I, Robot (PC, PS5, PS, Switch, and the Microsoft console) – April 17

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (PS5) – April 17

Ixion (PS5 and the Microsoft console) – April 8

Koira (PC, PS5) – April 1

Lost Records: Bloom & Rage Tape 2 (PC, PS5, and the Microsoft console) – April 15

Lunar Remastered Collection (PC, PS5, PS, Switch, and the Microsoft console) – April 18

Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree (PC, PS5, and the Microsoft console) – April 17

Monaco 2 (PC, PS5, and the Microsoft console) – April 10

MotoGP 25 (PC, PS5, PS, Switch, and the Microsoft console) – April 30

Nanuka: Secret of the Shattering Moon (PC) – April TBA

Ninja Hayate HD Remaster (PC) – April 10

Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero (PC) – April 24

Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, and the Microsoft console) – April 17

Progress Orders (PC, Switch) – April 10

Promise Mascot Agency (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, and the Microsoft console) – April 10

Rusty Rabbit (PC, PS5, Switch, and the Microsoft console) – April 17

Skin Deep (PC) – April 30

Snow Bros. 2 Special (PC, Switch) – April 10

South of Midnight (PC and the Microsoft console) – April 8

Star Overdrive (Switch) – April 10

Steel Seed (PC, PS5, and the Microsoft console) – April 10

Super Technos World: River City & Technos Arcade Classics (PC, PS5, Switch, and the Microsoft console) – April 24

Tempest Rising (PC) – April 24

Tempopo (PC, PS5, Switch, and the Microsoft console) – April 17

The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy (PC, Switch, and the Microsoft console) – April 24

The Last of Us Part II Remastered (PC) – April 3

The Renovator: Origins (PS5 and the Microsoft console) – April 4

The Talos Principle: Reawakened (PC, PS5, and the Microsoft console) – April 10

Time Gal HD Remaster (Switch, PS5, PS4, and the Microsoft console) – April 10

Touhou Danmaku Kagura: Phantasia Lost (PS4) – April 16

Triggerheart Exelica: Enhanced (Switch) – April 24

Warside (PC) – April 14

Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, and the Microsoft console) – April 24

These are all the games launching in April 2025. So, which game are you the most excited for? Do let us know in the comments below.