A rush of popular titles in just “4 days”! Too intense game situation in April – Is it okay to have free time to play?

Last year, various blockbusters colored the game industry, and the developments in 2024 are no different. In February alone, “Persona 3 Reload” and “Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth” appeared, followed by “Unicorn Overlord,” “Dragon’s Dogma 2,” and “Rise of the Ronin” the following March.

And this momentum shows no signs of slowing down even into April, with a wide variety of works awaiting us. The 4-day period from April 23rd to April 26th is particularly intense, and not only will there be a large number of titles released, but also hot titles that game fans will be watching closely will appear one after another, and they will start at almost the same time. .

This April, as many as four topical works will be released one after another in just four days. At the end of the month, there may be sleepless days and happy screams from all over the place. What kind of popular works will be packed into the four days? Let’s check it out first.

■“Hyakuheroden”: Released on April 23rd
First up is “Hyaku Eiden”, which will be released on April 23rd. This work, which will be released on Nintendo Switch/PS5/PS4/Xbox Series X|S/Xbox One/PC, is a completely new RPG in which the development team of the long-loved Suikoden series is also involved.

The “Suikoden” series, which was popular mainly on PlayStation and PS2, is based on “Suikoden” as the title suggests, and is a work that brings together up to 108 friends. What’s more, the right people play an active role in the right place, making them all memorable, and the game was well-received for its gameplay that allowed you to experience the real thrill of creating your own epic war story.

Although there is no connection in terms of setting, Suikoden and 100 Heroes are both works that depict numerous heroes through battles and stories. There is growing interest in what kind of heroic stories will be written in 2024 by the people who worked on the popular series from the 90s and 2000s.

■“SAND LAND”: Released on April 25th
“SAND LAND” is a desert world where monsters and humans coexist, in which a demon prince, a demon thief, and a human sheriff team up to take on an adventure in search of a “phantom spring” that exists somewhere. The work, which was once serialized for a short period of time in Weekly Shonen Jump, will be revived as an action RPG on PS5/PS4/Xbox Series X|S/Steam.

In this work, a new mechanic girl named “Ann” who customizes battle tanks and other mechas is added, and the journey will be even more lively. You can create the mecha you use in battle to your liking by combining hundreds of parts that can be obtained through exploration. In addition, “Spino Town”, which will serve as a base for adventure, will also develop, allowing you to experience the rewards of adventure in various ways.

This game is full of individuality, from its appearance to its gameplay, but there is a trial version available that lets you experience some of its charm, so it would be fun to try that out first.

■“Saga Emerald Beyond”: Released on April 25th
Another notable work that will be released on April 25th, the same day as “SAND LAND” is “Saga Emerald Beyond”. The “Saga” series, which was launched for the Game Boy, continued to explore the fun of RPGs in its own unique way, and gained a unique status and support.

Over the course of the series, we have developed elements such as “character development without the concept of levels”, “acquisition of skills and techniques through “inspiration””, “cooperation” that enlivens RPG battles, and “battling styles and growth that change depending on the race”. The added gameplay is also on full display in the cutting-edge game, “Saga Emerald Beyond.”

“Saga Emerald Beyond” is set in 17 worlds, and five groups of six protagonists take on challenges, each with their own goals. From the story that changes depending on the player’s choices to the “cooperation” visualized in the timeline, this is a work where you can enjoy an exciting adventure from every corner. The compatible platforms are quite wide, including Nintendo Switch/PS5/PS4/Steam/iOS/Android, and it’s easy to access.

A trial version of this work is also available, so why not try it out before it’s released? By the way, the content of the trial version differs depending on the platform, and on Switch you can play the “Ameya edition”, on PS5 / PS4 you can play the “Mido Tsunanori edition”, and on Steam you can play the beginning of “Diva His Number 5 edition”.

■“Stellar Blade” April 26th
Even after the fierce battle on April 25th, when various works including the above two will appear, the action RPG “Stellar Blade” will be waiting for users on April 26th, which will be immediately after that.

The product is being developed by SHIFT UP, whose recent hit “Nikke: Goddess of Victory” is still fresh in our minds, and this is the company’s first foray into the consumer market. Perhaps for that reason, they are putting even more effort into it, and now, five years after its announcement in 2019, it has finally arrived.

In addition to this, April will also feature “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Aimme!”, a new game adaptation of the popular original work. “The Strongest Soldier”, the dynamic off-road ADV “Expeditions A MudRunner Game”, “El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron HD Remaster”, which brings back the popular work of the time to the present day, “Heavy Armored Soldier Rhaenos 2: Saturn Tribute” , “SUNSOFT is Back! Retro Game Selection” will also appear, adding to the excitement.

We recommend that you find one of these works to play during Golden Week. Don’t miss out on this work that will stimulate your desire to play!