Big new video games out this week – quick links
Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth – 27 April
Games Platforms: PC, Nintendo Switch
‘When Moomintroll unexpectedly wakes up early from his winter hibernation, he finds himself completely alone for the first time, in a world he barely recognises. The familiar landscape of Moominvalley is now cloaked in the frosty veil of the Lady of the Cold. Initially seeking someone to care for him and longing to banish winter, young Moomintroll reluctantly embarks on a journey into the unknown, learning to forge new friendships and help those in greater need than himself.’
Aphelion – 28 April
Games Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S
‘By 2060, Earth will be uninhabitable. The discovery of a 9th planet – Persephone – at the edge of the solar system, is humanity’s best hope. The European Space Agency is dispatching the Hope-01 scientific mission, consisting of two of their accomplished astronauts, Ariane and Thomas. Their mission: to survey the planet and determine whether humanity can prosper anew here. Your adventure begins in chaos, as the crash landing of their ship scatters them across the planet, launching them on a desperate quest to find one another.’
Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred – 28 April
Games Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S
‘Make your final stand against the Prime Evil Mephisto in a rich new campaign, master two new classes – the Paladin and Warlock, and discover the ancient region of Skovos. With tons of new features, activities, and major updates like an overhauled endgame, transmutation, and set bonuses, this expansion enhances the Diablo IV experience to bring depth, adventure and the promise of peril at every turn.’
Invincible VS – 30 April
Games Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S
‘Invincible VS is a superhero 3v3 tag fighting game set in the Invincible universe, where you can battle to the death as a team of fan-favourite characters in iconic locations. Unleash bone-breaking combos through fast combat and smart defensive tactics to leave a trail of blood and destruction. Land vicious Super moves and Ultimates to leave your opponents in a mess of blood.’
Saros – 30 April
Games Platform: PlayStation 5
‘Beneath the shadow of an ominous eclipse, Arjun Devraj (Rahul Kohli) is a Soltari enforcer who will stop at nothing to pursue answers on the shape-shifting Carcosa, a world of dark secrets and hostile inhabitants. Master electrifying bullet ballet combat – intense projectile-focused gameplay with a unique, neon-infused aesthetic – to overcome ferocious enemies and spectacular boss fights.’
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era early access – 30 April
Games Platform: PC
‘This newest entry in the renowned Heroes of Might and Magic series brings strategic empire building, epic turn-based tactical battles, and in-depth RPG mechanics to a world of fantastical beasts, formidable spellcasters, and fierce champions. Explore a vibrant world full of secrets and dangers as you play through an epic narrative campaign that heralds impending doom, or conquer both procedurally generated and hand-crafted maps, building magnificent cities and raising massive armies of mythical creatures to vanquish your foes.’
inKONBINI One Store. Many Stories – 30 April
Games Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch
‘inKONBINI: One Store. Many Stories is a cosy, narrative-driven slice-of-life game with light simulation elements, centred on human connection and everyday moments. Play as Makoto Hayakawa, a college student spending her summer behind the counter of a small-town convenience store, in a colourful world inspired by early 1990s Japan.’
