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1 Apr 2025

The hottest new games out this April

Amy Flower

STACK Senior Editor

Unleash some classic brawler action, take your choice of two motorbike racing disciplines, get some legendary spying happening, and lots more in this month’s selection of hot new game releases.

Editor's pick

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Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves

When it comes to mega fighting franchises, SNK’s Fatal Fury is right up there with the likes of Street Fighter and Tekken. But for 26 years, there’s been silence… Until now! Yes, Fatal Fury is back!

It’s set to continue the story from the last instalment, 1999’s Garou: Mark of the Wolves, complete with classic 2D brawling. There’s a new REV system that promises to amplify the intensity of each battle, while the game’s mechanics have been tweaked for even tighter gameplay.

With two playstyles - Arcade or Smart – you’ll feel at home whether you’re new to the genre or a seasoned pro. Plus, the launch edition includes the Season Pass 1, which will bring Street Fighter faves Chun Li and Ken to the party.

Also out this month

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Indiana Jones and the Great Circle

Indy's latest big adventure hits the PS5! It's a single player, first-person action-adventure game that’s set between the events of the movies Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade.

Experience a combination of action set pieces and puzzling riddles that will take us all over the world, from the Vatican, to Egypt, the Himalayas, and beyond. And, naturally, Indy’s legendary whip will get plenty of cracking in!

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Monster Energy Supercross 25

The official 2025 Supercross competition bursts onto our screens like never before.

All the real-world tracks – including a selection of new ones – come home, for the latest roster of riders to let loose on. Given a huge graphics and physics overhaul, we’re promised the most realistic experience yet as the track conditions change through each race.

It features a career mode, and cross-play competition, too.

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Steamworld Heist II

The latest smash from Swedish games powerhouse Thunderful gets the physical treatment, as we head out on the waves to meet a water crisis head-on.

The essence of life has become deadly to steambots, so as Captain Leeway you must set out and save botkind!

The classic turn-based play that we know and love from the series has been further honed, in a whole new beautifully crafted world.

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Carmen Sandiego: 40th Anniversary Edition

It’s time to ask, “Where in the world?” again as the 1980s classic celebrates 40 years of engaging play in this newly updated take.

Meet faces familiar and foul as you navigate a world of espionage, with your trusty disguises and high-tech gadgets helping you to outwit and take down VILE operatives.

This release also includes bonus skins, a digital art book and soundtrack, plus a map and stickers.

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Travel back in time to the Belle Epoque era of France, given a dark fantasy twist.

Your team’s aim is to destroy the evil Paintress, who wakes once per year to daub a number upon her monolith. This number spells a smoky death for all who are that age, and with 33 next, you don’t want to turn to dust!

Turn-based RPG tactics combine with real-time mechanics for a whole new adventure experience.

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Care Bears: Unlock the Magic

Join all of your favourite cuddly friends as they set out for a whole lot of fun and adventure in this collection of classic arcade games with a Care-A-Lot twist.

There are over 200 levels to explore within a dozen different minigames, where players banish storm clouds, meet funny Whiffles, and ultimately get a lovely surprise at the end of the magical road, all while filling up an in-game art book.

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Poppy Playtime Triple Pack

Switch fans, you can now enter the world of Poppy Playtime like your PS5 friends, with this triple shot of terror!

The first three chapters in the series are featured, wherein you’ll variously try to survive vengeful toys, evade Mommy, and navigate a rundown orphanage. All while you try to find out just what happened at Playtime Toys all those years ago, by solving puzzles and keeping alert.

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Amerzone: The Explorer's Legacy

Originally released in 1999, this first-person fantasy graphic adventure brings Benoît Sokal’s comic strip to captivating life all over again in a whole new remake.

Having heard the last wishes of a late explorer, embody a journalist seeking adventure and truth in a forgotten Latin American country.

Lead the investigation in the ruins of this secretive land and unlock the mystery of the Great White Birds.

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MotoGP 25

It’s time to get on your bike and ride once again with this year’s game of the official MotoGP championship.

Step into the boots of your favourite riders as you master the bikes and tracks of the 2025 season.

This year we get a deeper career mode, new racing disciplines to hone our skills with, and the choice between a full sim experience, or arcade mode. Plus, there’s full cross-play online racing!

^Discounts apply to previous ticketed/advertised price prior to the discount offer. As we negotiate, products will likely have been sold below ticketed/advertised price prior to the discount offer. Prices may differ at airport stores.

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