Games Released in April 2000

113 new games debuted in April 2000, with PlayStation being the most active platform. April 27 was the busiest day, with 23 releases. The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask was the most popular release of the month.

Which days had the most releases?

April 27 saw the most activity with 23 releases.

23 releases

April 27

19 releases

April 28

16 releases

April 20

13 releases

April 30

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How did each week compare?

The fourth week of April was the busiest with 52 releases.

Week 1 (April 1–7)

30 releases

Most popular release in Week 1

Star Wars: Episode I - Jedi Power Battles

The game follows the plot of Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace. Players can choose from one of five prequel-era Jedi and run, jump, slash, and use the Force through the game's ten levels, starting on the Trade Federation Battleship and ending with the battle against Darth Maul on Naboo. The player's primary weapon is a lightsaber used to fight through waves of enemies and deflect blaster shots. The lightsaber combat is rather simplified with a system that lets the player lock on to the nearest enemy using the R1 button. Items and the force can also be used for special attacks. On most levels jumping puzzles make up a large portion of the challenge. There are a few segments in which the player can pilot various craft. The single player campaign can also be played in cooperative mode with a second player.

Week 2 (April 8–14)

21 releases

Week 3 (April 15–21)

33 releases

Most popular release in Week 3

Mega Man Legends 2

Mega Man, Roll, and all your favorites are back in this all new 3-D adventure! Far away, in an isolated wasteland, a mysterious girl and an infamous treasure have been discovered. It's the legendary "Sealed Key," rumored to unlock an even greater mystery known as the Great Legacy. What power does the Great Legacy hold? Now, a raced unfolds as Mega Man and his friends embark on a journey which will alter their destinies forever.

Week 4 (April 22–28)

52 releases

Most popular release in Week 4

The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask

The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask is a direct sequel to Ocarina of Time, it utilizes the same engine and visual style as its predecessor. The game retains the traditional elements of Zelda games as well as those introduced in Ocarina of Time, such as active blocking with a shield, various throwing items, and the usage of melodies played on the ocarina to solve puzzles. Compared to the previous Zelda games, this installment is more oriented towards interaction with NPCs and has a larger variety of items, optional quests, and mini-games. It also includes a time system that spans three days, and this cycle must be reset periodically to progress through the game.

Week 5 (April 29–30)

17 releases

Most popular release in Week 5

Excitebike 64

Experience extreme MX! You grind your way through the hairpin turn, a wall of mud exploding in your wake. Your next jump launches you into the air - you pull off a spectacular double no-footed can-can and become an instant legend! In Excitebike 64, you'll find all the high-flying action, heart-stopping stunts and bone-jarring crashes of the extreme sport of motocross. It'll set the daredevil inside you free. 20 stadium tracks and awesome outdoor courses - plus six different riders with six unique styles!

Which platforms saw the most releases?

PlayStation received 45 new titles in April 2000. The runner up was PC with 44 new titles.

PlayStation45 releases

PC44 releases

Game Boy Color21 releases

Dreamcast11 releases

Nintendo 6411 releases

WonderSwan10 releases

Neo Geo Pocket Color5 releases

PlayStation 24 releases

Arcade2 releases

PocketStation2 releases

What genres were most popular?

Adventure was the dominant genre in April 2000 with 34 titles. Puzzle followed closely with 25.

Adventure34

Puzzle25

Role-playing22

Shooter19

Strategy18

Simulator17

Racing12

Platform10

Visual Novel10

Sport9

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