Games Released in April 2014

359 new games debuted in April 2014, with PC being the most active platform. April 24 was the busiest day, with 48 releases. Child of Light was the most popular release of the month.

Which days had the most releases?

April 24 saw the most activity with 48 releases.

48 releases

April 24

39 releases

April 30

38 releases

April 17

38 releases

April 10

How did each week compare?

The fourth week of April was the busiest with 154 releases.

Week 1 (April 1–7)

149 releases

Most popular release in Week 1

Monument Valley

In Monument Valley, the player leads the player-character princess Ida through mazes of optical illusions and impossible objects, which are referred to as "sacred geometry" in-game, as she journeys to be forgiven for something. The game is presented in isometric view, and the player interacts with the environment to find hidden passages as Ida progresses to the map's exit. Each of the ten levels has a different central mechanic. Interactions include moving platforms and pillar animals, and creating bridges. The player is indirectly cued through the game by design elements like color, and directly cued by crow people, who block Ida's path. Critics compared the game's visual style to a vibrant M. C. Escher drawing and Echochrome. The game includes a camera mode where the player can roam the level to compose screenshots. It includes filters à la Instagram.

Week 2 (April 8–14)

114 releases

Most popular release in Week 2

LEGO The Hobbit

Reclaim the Lost Kingdom brick by brick! Join Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf, Thorin and his company of Dwarves in an epic adventure across Middle-earth to recapture the Lonely Mountain in the most expansive LEGO game to date. Battle ravenous Trolls, dangerous Orcs and many more. Combine the Dwarves' unique abilities to solve puzzles - often with hilarious results! Explore iconic locations in Middle-earth, from the Shire to Goblin-town and beyond.

Week 3 (April 15–21)

143 releases

Most popular release in Week 3

Hitman Go

Hitman GO is a turn-based puzzle game with beautifully rendered diorama-style set pieces. You will strategically navigate fixed spaces on a grid to avoid enemies and take out your target or infiltrate well-guarded locations. You really have to think about each move and all the Hitman tools of the trade you would expect are included; disguises, distractions, sniper rifles and even 47’s iconic Silverballers.

Week 4 (April 22–28)

154 releases

Most popular release in Week 5

Child of Light

The Black Queen has stolen the Sun, the Moon and the Stars. You play as Aurora, a young princess with a pure heart whose soul is brought to the kingdom of Lemuria. Embark on a quest to recapture the three sources of light, defeat the Black Queen and restore the kingdom of Lemuria.

Which platforms saw the most releases?

PC received 223 new titles in April 2014. The runner up was Android with 98 new titles.

PC223 releases

Android98 releases

iOS98 releases

Mac74 releases

Linux46 releases

Wii U37 releases

Nintendo 3DS35 releases

PlayStation 334 releases

PlayStation Vita34 releases

Web browser33 releases

What genres were most popular?

Adventure was the dominant genre in April 2014 with 186 titles. Indie followed closely with 145.

Adventure186

Indie145

Puzzle111

Strategy100

Role-playing86

Simulator78

Platform63

Arcade57

Shooter52

Visual Novel40

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