New video games out this week – quick links
Moves of the Diamond Hand – early access 13 April
Games Platform: PC
‘Moves Of The Diamond Hand is a first-person narrative RPG. It’s set to the backdrop of a surreal dystopian jazz-drenched city. It builds on the gameplay of Cosmo D’s previous game, the award-winning Betrayal At Club Low. At the same time, it returns to the first-person perspective of Cosmo D’s previous games. Its dice-driven gameplay is deeper, the plot is richer and the scope is grander than ever.’
Replaced – 14 April
Games Platforms: PC, Xbox Series X/S
‘Uncover the sinister secrets of Phoenix Corporation, through the eyes of its own creation, R.E.A.C.H. – an AI trapped in a human body against its will. In an alternate 1980s America reshaped by nuclear catastrophe, Phoenix-City has become one of the Corporation’s strongholds – a haven for corruption where outlaws thrive and human life is traded like currency. Step into the role of R.E.A.C.H., expose the Corporation’s hidden agenda, and uncover the purpose behind your creation.’
Hades 2 – 14 April
Games Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S
‘The first-ever sequel from Supergiant Games builds on the best aspects of the original god-like rogue-like dungeon crawler in an all-new, action-packed, endlessly replayable experience rooted in the Underworld of Greek myth and its deep connections to the dawn of witchcraft.’
‘As the immortal Princess of the Underworld, you’ll explore a bigger, deeper mythic world, vanquishing the forces of the Titan of Time with the full might of Olympus behind you, in a sweeping story that continually unfolds through your every setback and accomplishment.’
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream – 16 April
Games Platform: Nintendo Switch
‘Become the caretaker of an island full of silliness, drama, love and other surprises in Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Nintendo Switch! Create all sorts of Mii characters based on your family and friends, someone you admire, or someone completely original! From their appearance to their personality traits and even little quirks, there are all sorts of ways to customise your Mii characters – including face parts that are unique to this game.’
ScreenHub: Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream preview – fall in love, and fall out
Mouse: P.I. For Hire – 16 April
Games Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2
‘MOUSE: P.I. For Hire is an action-packed first-person shooter that draws inspiration from the classic cartoons of the 1930s. Its black and white rubber hose visuals are drawn by hand, frame by frame, delivering a striking vintage aesthetic. Unravel layers of corruption with a thrilling noir-fuelled detective story, lively environments to explore, an original big band jazz soundtrack, and a fully-loaded arsenal of cartoon weapons and devastating power-ups.’
Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss – 16 April
Games Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S
‘2053. Across the globe, the occult threat grows ever more blatant, and strange, incomprehensible events multiply. As the Earth’s surface resources dwindle, powerful corporations turn to the uncharted depths of the oceans, unaware of the ancient horror they are about to awaken. In this tense Lovecraftian thriller, you play Noah, tasked with investigating the mysterious disappearance of miners in the depths of the Pacific Ocean.’
Gecko Gods – 16 April
Games Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch
‘Set sail for a world built for curiosity in Gecko Gods; a serene puzzle-adventure platformer where you explore a forgotten archipelago through the eyes of a tiny gecko. Climb across sunlit ruins, weave through lush caves, and uncover the remnants of an ancient civilisation, all at your own pace. Each path holds something new to discover as you glide between islands on your small wooden boat, every stop offering new puzzles to solve, insects to snack on and secrets to uncover.’
Pragmata – 17 April
Games Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2
‘Pragmata is a unique sci-fi action-adventure game from Capcom. Follow Hugh, a member of an ill-fated investigation team, and Diana, a young android, as they navigate a lunar facility taken over by rogue AI in search of a way to Earth.’
‘At a remote lunar research facility, humanity discovers a new ore – one that, when properly refined, can be used to create almost anything using 3D printers. When the facility suddenly falls silent, Hugh and his team are dispatched to investigate… but then disaster strikes. Hugh is saved by Diana, a lone android wandering the complex. The two of them must join forces to find a way off the moon while working their way through an AI-controlled facility bent on stopping them.’
