Games Released in April 2013

301 new games debuted in April 2013, with PC being the most active platform. April 25 was the busiest day, with 46 releases. Guacamelee! was the most popular release of the month.

Which days had the most releases?

April 25 saw the most activity with 46 releases.

46 releases

April 25

33 releases

April 26

32 releases

April 30

31 releases

April 23

How did each week compare?

The fourth week of April was the busiest with 173 releases.

Week 1 (April 1–7)

120 releases

Most popular release in Week 1

BattleBlock Theater

In BattleBlock Theater, players control a prisoner as they are forced to play through games devised by Hatty Hattington. Controls are simple, with the game largely consisting of running, jumping and punching. Levels are made up of various types of blocks, such as collapsing blocks, sticky walls, bouncy volcanic rocks and deadly spikes, and also feature hazards such as water and deadly creatures.

Week 2 (April 8–14)

77 releases

Most popular release in Week 2

Guacamelee!

"Guacamelee! is a Metroid-vania style action-platformer set in a magical Mexican inspired world. The game draws its inspiration from traditional Mexican culture and folklore, and features many interesting and unique characters. Guacamelee! builds upon the classic open-world Metroid-vania style of games, by adding a strong melee combat component, a new dimension switching mechanic, and cooperative same-screen multiplayer for the entire story. The game also blurs the boundaries between combat and platforming by making many of the moves useful and necessary for both of these. Travel through a mystical and mysterious Mexican world as a Luchador using the power of your two fists to battle evil. Uncover hidden wrestling techniques like the Rooster Uppercut, and Dimension Swap to open new areas and secrets." Guacamelee! was later released on PC under the name "Guacamelee! Gold Edition" with the DLC included and has an updated version called "Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition" with an expended story, 2 new areas, and a new boss.

Week 3 (April 15–21)

91 releases

Most popular release in Week 3

Injustice: Gods Among Us

What if our greatest heroes became our greatest threat? Injustice: Gods Among Us introduces a bold new franchise to the fighting game genre from NetherRealm Studios, creators of the definitive fighting game Mortal Kombat. Featuring DC Comics icons such Batman, Cyborg, The Flash, Harley Quinn, Nightwing, Solomon Grundy, Superman and Wonder Woman, the latest title from the award-winning studio presents a deep original story. Heroes and villains will engage in epic battles on a massive scale in a world where the line between good and evil has been blurred.

Week 4 (April 22–28)

173 releases

Most popular release in Week 4

Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen

An open-world action role-playing game set in the high-fantasy land of Gransys. Players create a customizable protagonist and explore the world in real-time combat, choosing among vocations such as fighter, mage, and strider. A defining feature is the Pawn system, AI companions who fight alongside the player, offer advice, and can be shared with other players online. Combat lets characters grapple and climb large monsters to reach vulnerable spots. Dark Arisen is an expanded edition of the original Dragon's Dogma that adds the Bitterblack Isle area with new high-level enemies, quests, and equipment.

Week 5 (April 29–30)

46 releases

Most popular release in Week 5

Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon

There’s only one force powerful enough to stop an army of rampaging killer cyborgs, mutated scientists, metal sharks and vicious Blood Dragons that shoot lasers from their eyes – that force is you. Your name is Sergeant Rex Power Colt, a Mark IV Cyber Commando. Lock and load as you and your seven favorite fully customizable killing implements tackle a bizarre open world island crawling with evil. Take down the enemy with ninja stars, guns or even just good old explosives. Your battle. Your way. Their tough luck.

Which platforms saw the most releases?

PC received 130 new titles in April 2013. The runner up was iOS with 91 new titles.

PC130 releases

iOS91 releases

Android49 releases

Mac48 releases

PlayStation 343 releases

Nintendo 3DS39 releases

Wii U27 releases

Xbox 36025 releases

Web browser24 releases

Linux22 releases

What genres were most popular?

Adventure was the dominant genre in April 2013 with 140 titles. Puzzle followed closely with 92.

Adventure140

Puzzle92

Indie90

Role-playing64

Strategy64

Platform61

Arcade57

Shooter55

Simulator53

Visual Novel36

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