Here is a list of the most anticipated and upcoming games of April 2013:
Injustice: Gods Among Us
Release Date: April 16, 2013
Platforms: Xbox 360, Playstation 3, Wii U, iPhone and iPad
Game Developer: NetherRealm Studios
Rating- T
Summary:
From the makers of Mortal Kombat, Injustice: Gods Among Us introduces a new class of games of the fighting genre, in which the gamers experience battles on a whole new level. The game has several characters from DC Comics, such as Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Cyborg, Superman, Nightwing and Harley Quinn. The game has a different and original plot, and the players can unlock each characters’ unique powers through different ways and interactions. Players control the most powerful beings in a fictional universe, and they can turn everything, from vehicles to buildings, into weapons. Pre-order service is available on the official page of Injustice: Gods Among Us
Star Trek: The Game
Release Date: April 23, 2013
Platofrms: Xbox 360, Playstation 3, PC
Game Developer: Digital Extremes
Rating: T
Summary:
Based on JJ Abrams’ Star Trek (2009), this adventure and action game featured Kirk and Spock as the main playable character. It’s an epic single player game with co-op elements, and also features an original storyline. Player cannot switch between the two characters during a chapter, but other players can come in to play together co-operatively. Both playable characters have their own unique and signature sets of abilities and weapons, with Kirk exceeding in the shooting area and Spock specialising in the art of stealth, and can use the Vulcan nerve pitch and Mind meld. Pre-order today on the official page of the game to get access to the ‘Elite Officer Pack’, which will give you ten additional uniforms for Spock and Kirk, an Academy Phaser, a Starfleet type IV Stealth Sniper Rifle, and a Uss Kelvin Hand Phaser.
Sacred Citadel
Release Date: April 17, 2013
Platforms: Xbox 360, Playstation 3, PC
Game Developer: Southend Interactive
Rating: T
Summary:
Sacred Citadel is set in the fictional land of Ancaria which is in danger as the ruthless Ashen empire has enslaved it’s population. The empire is using the arc-like Grimmoc to wipe out the Seraphim, who are actually it’s sworn-protectors. The player, to save Ancaria and defeat the Ashen empire, has to prove himself to be the perfect hero, by looting various treasures which also include unique weapons, by training and developing the character’s abilities to the most extreme point. The game has an awesome design, an interesting RPG elements and a story that has originality and depth. It can be played by one to three players, and has four playable characters- The Warrior, The Mage, The Shaman and The Ranger.
Dishonored: The Knife of Dunwall
Release Date: April 16, 2013
Platforms: Xbox 360, Playstation 3, PC
Game Developer: Arkane Studios
Rating: M
Summary:
In Dishonored: The Knife of Dunwall, you play as Daud, the legendary assassin who killed the empress. This add-on pack for Dishonored shows you another side of Daud, as you get access to his allies, weapons, gadgets and supernatural abilities. After killing the empress the player, as Daud, goes on a quest for redemption. The Outsider tells you the way to atone, but you don’t know (yet) what or who Delilah is. You travel with the Whalers, your own loyal and powerful group of assassins, and experience previously unknown and new places in Dunwall. You encounter new and powerful enemies, and have access to an arsenal of a variety of unique weapons that enhance your combat, mobility and stealth. You have to struggle and hold on to your sanity, and make choices that will determine your character’s fate. During combat, you have the option to ‘summon assassins’ (the Whalers), track down Hidden Runes and Bone Charms with void gaze, develop new abilities such as Blink and also to aid you during combat you will have access to many unique weapons, like Chokedust to daze your enemies, whale Oil to shock them, and a concealed Wristbow to launch sleep darts and explosive bolts.
Assassin’s Creed III- The Redemption
Release Date: April 23
Platforms: Xbox 360, Playstation 3, PC, Wii U
Game Developer: Ubisoft Montreal
Rating: M
Summary:
The Tyranny of King Washington is a single-player downloadable content addition to Assassin’s Creed III. It is divided into three parts: The Infamy, The Betrayal, and The Redemption. The entire game is set in an alternate reality, in which George Washington has foregone presidency to become a dictator and a tyrannical ruler. The playable character, Connor, has never become an assassin, so he must face new obstacles, hone his abilities and acquire new ones to take down Washington, to finally free his land. The Redemption is also the final part of the DLC.
Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen
Release Date: April 23
Platforms: Xbox 360, Playstation 3
Game Developer: Capcom
Rating: M
Summary:
Dragon’s Dogma is a re-release of the original game, with new content to be released by Capcom in 2013. It’s basically the full-version of the Dragon’s Dogma, but with new quests, maps, enemies, weapons and armour. Dragon’s Dogma is set in a fictional universe, in the kingdom of Gransys. In Dark Arisen, you have access to new quests on the island called Bitterblack island, which is located on outside of Gransys. There are more weapons, armours, higher levels of skills, more valuable treasures, and it has a better gameplay. And that’s not all. Players who already own the original version of Dragon’s Dogma and buy Dragon’s Dogma:Dark Arisen, will receive 100,000 Rift Crystals, unlimited Ferrystones, and the Gransys Armour Pack which will have six new and unique costumes .
