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10 Best New Games Releasing in April 2026
Force Gaming highlights top PC titles for April including Road to Vostok on April 7, Lay of the Land on April 8, and Pragmata on April 17. Updates feature Starfield's Free Lanes on April 7 and Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred on April 28.
Playtests for Expanse Osiris Reborn and Scars of Honor are also scheduled later in the month.
Two PS Plus Free Games for April 2026 Leaked
Lords of the Fallen, a dark fantasy Soulslike, and Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream are reportedly the free PS Plus titles leaking ahead of official announcement. They go live on April 7, 2026, allowing players to catch up before sequels.
The third game remains unconfirmed as of now.
Play to Earn Games Heat Up in April 2026
April features major play-to-earn developments like a Nasdaq listing, $500K gold-backed prize pool, and first global tournament. These events position P2E titles for significant growth this month.
Investors and players should watch these closely.
Best Gaming April Fools' Pranks of 2026
PUBG launches chaotic Prop Hunt mode with hunters vs. props, punishing false shots. Starfield's 'PS5 release' on April 7 sparks debate if prank or real amid multi-platform shifts.
Delta Force's all-cat squad trailer goes viral as marketing stunt.
Crimson Desert Hits 4 Million Sales Milestone
Pearl Abyss' Crimson Desert reaches 4 million copies sold worldwide. The studio continues post-launch updates and targets 5 million sales soon.
This success underscores strong player demand.
Arena Breakout Infinite Season 5 Launches Today
Season 5 'Distortion' releases April 2, 2026, at 02:00 UTC with a new map and weapon. Players can expect fresh content in this extraction shooter.
Details on additional features are highlighted in official announcements.
Samsung Tops Global Gaming Monitor Market for 7th Year
Samsung holds 18.9% market share, leading OLED segment at 26% per IDC data. New Odyssey lineup features glasses-free 3D on 27-inch G90XF and 1,040Hz G60H.
Showcased at GDC 2026 with titles like Hell is Us.
Starfield PS5 Launch Confusion from April Fools
Amid pranks, Starfield's supposed April 7 PS5 release with Free Lanes update fuels speculation. Microsoft's multi-platform moves make fans question if it's real.
Bethesda stays silent, heightening console war debates.
Soulmask Hits 1.0 with Egyptian Update
Ancient civilization survival game Soulmask launches 1.0 on April 10 with shifting sands theme. Features new classes like Paladin and Warlock, plus endgame overhauls.
This marks a major milestone for the sandbox title.
Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred Expansion Incoming
Diablo 4's Lord of Hatred expansion arrives April 28 with new classes, activities, and endgame changes. Includes Paladin (playable now) and Warlock.
Expect significant content overhaul for players.
Masters of Albion Set for April 22 Release
Upcoming title Masters of Albion launches April 22, featured in top new games list. Developed by indie studio, it promises competitive elements.
Gains attention amid packed April schedule.
Last Flag Fast-Paced Shooter on April 14
Last Flag, a 5v5 third-person shooter, releases April 14. Emphasizes quick engagements in competitive multiplayer.
Adds to April's diverse shooter offerings.