Between April 7th and 11th, the gaming market will be rocked by a new wave of releases, known as Games of the Week, arriving on all major platforms. The week features highly anticipated titles for Xbox Series, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC, including new games from independent studios and major developers.
- Re:Zero closes mobile game after 9 months of release
- Mario Kart World brings open world and survival mode to Switch 2
The main highlight is South of Midnight , a new game from Compulsion Games, the studio known for We Happy Few . The title arrives on the 8th exclusively for Xbox Series and PC, with a direct release in the Xbox Game Pass catalog. Another game that promises to attract attention is The Talos Principle: Reawakened , the sequel to the acclaimed philosophical puzzle game, available starting the 10th for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC.
South of Midnight and The Talos Principle lead the week
South of Midnight features a narrative steeped in Southern American folklore, with a stylized setting and exploration mechanics. With its direct release on Game Pass, the title has generated anticipation among Microsoft's subscribers. Compulsion Games is focusing on an immersive story with strong visual appeal.
The Talos Principle: Reawakened seeks to expand on the concepts of the first game, introducing new challenges based on logic and philosophy. The title features improved visuals and promises to maintain the reflective tone that characterized the original. Its simultaneous release on all three next-gen platforms ensures a broader reach.
The combination of these two releases positions this week as one of the most important of the month for the video game industry. Both represent a balance between narrative innovation and mechanical depth.
Variety of styles and genres marks the week
In addition to the major highlights, the week also features games of various genres. One example is Pockey Bravery , a Brazilian 2D fighting game inspired by classics of the genre. The game launches on the 10th for multiple platforms, including PS4, PS5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch.
Another notable release is Monster Energy Supercross 25 , the official motocross competition simulator aimed at extreme sports fans. Available for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series, the game boasts graphic realism and online competitive modes.
The list also includes experimental experiences like Peppered: an existential platformer , which debuts on PC on the 7th, as well as simulators like Used Cars Simulator and Football Life Simulator , both aimed at a niche audience.
With such diverse offerings, this week's releases cater to both casual and hardcore gamers. Thus, the diversity of genres reflects the diversity of today's gaming audience.
Check out the full list of games of the week by date and platform
April 7th
- PEPPERED: an existential platformer – PC
- Leila – PC
April 8th
- IXION – PS5, Xbox Series
- South of Midnight – PC, Xbox Series
- Tiny Garden – PC
- Burden of Command – PC
- Armored Brigade II – PC
- Locomoto – PC
April 9th
- Commandos: Origins – PC, PS5, Xbox Series
- Descenders Next – Xbox One, Xbox Series, PC
- Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days – PC
- All in Abyss: Judge the Fake – PC
- Gedonia 2 – PC
- Used Cars Simulator – PC
- Asgard's Fall — Viking Survivors – PC
April 10th
- Monaco 2 – PC, PS5, Xbox Series
- Pilo and the Holobook – PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series, Switch, PC
- Pockey Bravery – PS4, PS5, Xbox Series, Switch
- Monster Energy Supercross 25 – PC, PS5, Xbox Series
- Star Overdrive – Switch, PC
- The Talos Principle: Reawakened – PC, PS5, Xbox Series
- Promise Mascot Agency – PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series, Switch
- Steel Seed – PC, PS5, Xbox Series
- Crashlands 2 – PC
- Blue Prince – PC
- Hollywood Animal – PC
April 11th
- Wild Assault – PC
- Football Life Simulator – PC
