
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.