Games Released in April 1997

126 new games released in April 1997, with PlayStation being the most active platform. April 25 was the busiest day, with 32 new releases.

Which days had the most releases?

April 25 saw the most activity with 32 releases.

How did each week compare?

The fourth week of April was the busiest with 44 releases.

Week 4 (April 22–28)

44 releases
Star Fox 64

Most popular release in Week 4

Star Fox 64

The update to the 16-bit Super NES title continues the original's on-rails 3D shooting action on the Nintendo 64. Starring Fox McCloud, Peppy Hare, Falco Lombardi, and Slippy Toad, this new 64-bit version contains 15 plus levels, easy, medium, and difficult paths, forward-scrolling levels as well as full 3D realms, and a three-part multiplayer mode using a four-player split screen. In addition to plenty of Arwing action, the game introduces a new hover tank and even features a submarine level. The 8-megabyte cartridge also boasts voice samples from 23 different characters instead of the original's animal noises. Star Fox 64 was the first game to feature Rumble Pak support. A Rumble Pak bundle and standalone version of the game were sold. Released in Europe under the name Lylat Wars.

Which platforms saw the most releases?

PlayStation received 40 new titles in April 1997. The runner up was PC (Microsoft Windows) with 33 new titles.

PlayStation40 releases
PC (Microsoft Windows)33 releases
Sega Saturn30 releases
DOS9 releases
Satellaview9 releases
Arcade5 releases
Mac5 releases
Nintendo 644 releases
PC-9800 Series3 releases
Super Famicom3 releases

What genres were most popular?

Adventure was the dominant genre in April 1997 with 28 titles. Shooter followed closely with 20.

Adventure28
Shooter20
Simulator17
Sport17
Role-playing16
Puzzle13
Strategy11
Racing10
Arcade9
Fighting8