This week, starting April 15, there an exciting week with heaps of great titles in multiple genres. From enormous spectral helpers to unstoppable hordes of the undead there is heaps to get your hands on this week, even if technically none of them are AAA, so jump in.
So let’s jump in and have a look at what’s coming out this week.
Anno 1800 | 16/04/2019
Genre: Strategy
Platforms: PC
“Anno 1800™ – Lead the Industrial Revolution! Welcome to the dawn of the Industrial Age. The path you choose will define your world. Are you an innovator or an exploiter? A conqueror or a liberator? How the world remembers your name is up to you.” – [source]
World War Z | 16/04/2019
Genre: Co-Op Shooter
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
“Focused on fast-paced gameplay — and inspired by the incredibly popular Paramount Pictures property of the same name — World War Z explores new storylines and characters from around the world in tense, overwhelming, gruesomely exciting missions crafted specifically for modern PCs.” – [source]
My Time At Portia | 16/04/2019
Genre: Life Simulator
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PlayStation 4
“Armed with your Pa’s old handbook and workbench, you must gather, mine and craft your way to being crowned the number one workshop in Portia. Help the locals rebuild the town and uncover the secrets locked deep away beneath it. Be prepared though…it won’t be easy!” – [source]
Ghost Giant | 16/04/2019
Genre: VR
Platforms: PlayStation VR
“Explore the vibrant town of Sancourt like it’s your own dollhouse as you lift the roof off houses to peek inside and see what people are up to. Poke, eavesdrop and move things around the unsuspecting residents as you help them out, or maybe pull a prank or two.” – [source]
Cuphead | 18/04/2019
Genre: Platformer
Platforms: Nintendo Switch
“Cuphead is a classic run and gun action game heavily focused on boss battles. Inspired by cartoons of the 1930s, the visuals and audio are painstakingly created with the same techniques of the era: traditional hand drawn cel animation, watercolor backgrounds, and original jazz recordings.” – [source]
Not sure if Cuphead is for you? Check out our review from when it first released.
God’s Trigger | 19/04/2019
Genre: Twin Stick Shooter
Platforms: PlayStation 4, PC, Xbox One
“Slay enemies with speed and precision in an over-the-top show of blood and explosions. Play solo or with others, make split-second decisions, dodge bullets, and use weapons and abilities to inflict violence in the most graphic way possible.” – [source]
Katana ZERO | 19/04/2019
Genre: Side Scrolling Action
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PC
“Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.” – [source]
Our top pick of the week?
World War Z
16/04/2019
After the film adaptation of the book was met with fairly mixed reviews, well mostly negative, it was a bit of a shock to hear that a game would be coming. While it may not be a tie in, or maybe it is if there is a sequel?
However while the film might have reached lacklustre heights the game looks to be an interesting addition to the co-op shooter genre with fun ideas and terrifying enemies.
Also, a special shout out to Ghost Giant which appears to be just dripping with charm.
What new titles are you most excited for this week? Be sure to let us know!
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Cameron Honey-Swain
Cameron knows what he loves. Witches, animated ducks and a strong burly female protagonist. When he isn't effortlessly defending Dragon Age II he is bothering either his husband or one of his many fur children.
