Welcome to This Week In Games Australia. See what he’s playing in your hometown for the next week.
It’s been an important week and we have a lot of games to talk about.This week’s AAA release highlights minecraft legend, Mageseeker: The Story of League of Legends, Horizon Forbidden West – Burning Shores, Advance Wars 1+2: Reboot Camp and of course dead island 2On the indie side, god of rock, coffee talk episode 2 and Tin Hearts Everything heats up.
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April 18th
Beyond the Long Night (PC)
over the long night It’s a multi-hyphenate of genres — a twin-stick, action, roguelike puzzle game that blends all your favorite tropes into one rather tricky puree.
God of Rock (PS5, XSX, PC, NS, PS4, XBO)
god of rock Might be the most original fighting game I’ve seen in quite some time. A rhythm-oriented fighting game.Players control each battle Guitar Hero-The player who maintains the Style Note chart and multiplier will be the winner. Seriously, watch the trailer. Everything makes sense. As a big fan of both genres, I would love to play this one.
Disney Speed Storm (PS5, XSX, PC, NS, PS4, XBO)
You will think, but after shipping Disney Dreamlight Valley Just last year, Gameloft may have taken a few steps away from accelerators.Not only stepped on the accelerator further, but also attached the accelerator to the actual car car. disney speed storm is a kart racer starring the cast of your favorite Disney cartoons. I don’t understand why so many brands feel the need to bring out a kart racer. Mario Kart — but this looks appropriately confusing.
Desktop Dungeon: Rewind (PC)
desktop dungeon rewind A remake of the greatest tactical roguelike game of all time. Your job is to build a kingdom that can stand the test of time. The only way to heal and gain power is to push and explore. Please only apply if you are good at risk management.
April 19th
The Mageseeker: League of Legends Story (PS5, XSX, PC, NS)
The latest game in the Riot Forge program, mage seeker The game is set to league of legends universe. You play as Sylas, a spell-stealing mage who has broken free from captivity and is determined to bring the Mageseekers who have taken him hostage to justice. The chains that once held you captive are now your most important weapon, so it’s up to you to help Sylas defeat the entire Mageocracy. Created by previously created Digital Sun. moon lighterIf you were into that game, you’ll find a lot to like here.
Minecraft Legends (XSX, PC, XBO)
minecraft legend is the latest spin-off of Mojang’s take on the world of crafting sims, this time delving into a unique interpretation of the strategy genre. Instead of making the player look like a god from above, minecraft legend It challenges you to battle as a hero working to defeat an evil Piglin army. You must manage your army, defend your liberated town, and build your own base to stop the Piglin invasion.All this is done in a classic blocky and colorful style Mine Craft.
April 20th
Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly (PC, NS)
Coffee Talk: Episode 2 – Hibiscus and Butterfly, the latest and long-awaited entry in the series. For a while, it was thought that this new work might never come to fruition. coffee talk Creator Mohammad Fahmi passed away last year. But the team persevered without a fearless leader. We can see the results of their efforts this week.
Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores (PS5)
time to brush it off Horizon: Forbidden West Save the people as Aloy heads to the ruins of what was once Southern California. New enemies, new lands to explore, and new abilities to unlock means this new Expack will take her Aloy beyond the climax of her base game, picking up where that campaign left off. .Sure, if you want to kick off Burning Shores Campaign, main should be finished forbidden west First questline. Another thing to note: this extension is coming to the PS5 version of the game. that’s allSorry, PS4 owners. You seem to be missing this.
Final Fantasy Pixel Remastered (PS5, NS, PS4)
For those who were waiting to receive final fantasy pixel remaster Switch and PS4 collections, this is your week. Yes, Square Enix seems to have made some improvements to the visuals that annoyed so many players last year.
Front Mission 1st (NS) *Retail*
front mission 1st It gets its retail release on the Australian Switch this week. I don’t want you to miss this, so I’m including this listing for collectors only.
Tin Hearts (NS)
For a limited time on Switch, Tin Hearts a bit like the modern version of lemmings All about cute toy tin soldiers. In order for the Tin Soldier to cross each level and reach the exit point safely, you’ll need to build his custom Rube Goldberg machine out of toy box parts.If you were hoping someone would pick it up lemmings Design and run it in modern times, your long wait is finally over.
DNF Duel (NS)
yes more guilty gear thank you.
April 21st
Advance Wars 1+2: Reboot Camp (NS)
It’s been a while, this. Intelligent Systems’ beloved Nintendo DS Classic reboot, itself a Japan-exclusive reboot famicom wars famicom games, Advance Wars 1+2: Reboot Campis the franchise’s first new entry in the age of donkeys.as intelligent Fire emblem The franchise finally broke through in the West and started gaining more viewers, but that hopes began to fade advance wars Fear doubled after Nintendo announced this completion Reboot on ice after Russia illegally invades Ukraine in 2022. It’s finally here this week. I’m asking you guys to buy so that Nintendo gives the go-ahead to an actual brand new game in the series.
Mr Sun’s Hatbox (PC, NS)
Sun’s hatbox Stolen And it’s up to you to get it back. Seriously, this looks so silly and so much fun.
Prodeus (PS5, NS, PS4)
I’m hooked on the early access version of Prodeus I’ve been a huge Boomer Shooter fan for some time on Xbox Game Pass. Also coming to PlayStation and Switch platforms this week. If you like classic shooter games, you can’t miss this one.
Stray Blade (PS5, XSX, PC)
Soul-like, but a bit more stylized and cartoonish.For fans of time-honored genres elden ringDLC has arrived. this might be perfect for you.
Volcano Princess (PC)
volcano Princess It is a visual novel about raising a good daughter in the shadow of the nation. packed with volcanoes. Every decision you make and every person she meets shapes who she will become as she grows up. (Can you tell me Ruby put this on the list?)
April 22nd
Dead Island 2 (PS5, XSX, PC, PS4, XBO)
Here’s Big Boy, the biggest title of the week. About 10 years after the announcement, dead island 2 It’s finally on sale this week. This zombie action RPG takes place in sunny Los Angeles. Although it’s notable for being a major California city, it’s not really an island. Indeed, the game appears to the world as a huge improvement over the much less aged original. If you’re still hungry for killing zombies with highly customized weapons, dead island 2 be the game for you.
Homestead Arcana (XSX, PC, XBO)
homestead arcana is a farming sim where you become a witch and tend the land, building a spell repertoire with your little cat friend. Another very Ruby title. This is a must-play game for gamers in the comfort of your own home.
So that’s it for this week? Do you have any questions?Are you hyped for dead island 2 So long in the oven? Let us know in the comments.
