Latest Gaming News – April 18, 2025
Latest Gaming News – April 18, 2025

Mario Kart World Brings Open-World Racing to Switch 2

Nintendo has revealed new details about Mario Kart World, one of the flagship titles for the upcoming Switch 2, in a 15-minute gameplay presentation. The game introduces several exciting features:

  • New tracks such as "Mario Bros Circuit", "Crown City", and "Salty Salty Speedway"
  • Classic returns including "Peach Beach" and "Wario Shipyard"
  • An open-world system connecting all tracks seamlessly
  • Grand Prix events, knockout tours, and various play modes
  • Online multiplayer for up to 24 players, with split-screen, GameChat, and webcam support

Blue Prince Wows Critics

The puzzle-adventure game Blue Prince by Dogubomb launched on April 10, 2025, and has quickly become a critical darling:

  • Rated 92/100 on Metacritic for the Windows version
  • Considered the best-reviewed game of the year so far
  • Set in a mysterious, ever-changing mansion of 45 rooms
  • Goal: Find the hidden 46th room through procedurally generated layouts
  • Praised for its roguelike mechanics, narrative depth, and haunting atmosphere

Star Wars: Zero Company Officially Announced

EA has officially revealed Star Wars: Zero Company, a turn-based strategy title developed in partnership with Bit Reactor (XCOM, Civilization):

  • Coming to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S
  • First gameplay preview set for April 19 at Star Wars Celebration Japan
  • No official release date yet announced

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Returns After 20+ Years

The classic fighting series Fatal Fury makes a major comeback with City of the Wolves, launching on April 24, 2025:

  • Available for PlayStation 4/5, Xbox Series X/S, and Windows
  • Direct sequel to Garou: Mark of the Wolves
  • Includes classic fighters and brand-new characters
  • Available only as a Special Edition, bundled with Season Pass 1
  • Pre-order bonus: 3-day early access and Terry’s classic 1992 costume

Conclusion

April 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting month in gaming, with nostalgic revivals, ambitious new titles, and next-gen features across platforms. Whether you're a fan of fast-paced racing, deep puzzle narratives, strategy battles, or classic brawlers, there's something big on the horizon.