Sony unveiled April’s PlayStation Plus monthly games on Wednesday. The batch includes Immortals of Aveum, Minecraft Legends, Skul: The Hero Slayer and an Overwatch 2 skins-and-skips bundle. Subscribers on PS Plus’ Essential, Extra and Premium tiers can claim the titles starting Tuesday, April 2.
Immortals of Aveum (PS5) showed promise, but its “first-person shooter with magic instead of guns” formula didn’t fare incredibly well commercially. The EA-published game was met with mixed reviews, and its release date — competing against the likes of Baldur’s Gate III, Armored Core VI and Starfield — likely didn’t help. That led to indie developer Ascendant Studios laying off nearly half its staff a few weeks after launch. Still, despite its suspiciously smooth mechanics and too-sparse crowds, we liked its cinematics and satisfyingly powerful magical attacks, so it could be worth checking out risk-free with your subscription.
Minecraft Legends (PS5 / PS4) takes the best-selling game of all time and spins it off into a real-time action-strategy game. In the franchise’s blocky style, players form alliances to defeat invading piglins from the Nether dimension. The game includes a single-player story mode and multiplayer for up to eight players.
Skul: The Hero Slayer (PS4) is a retro 2D side-scrolling roguelike. You play as a skeleton who can swap skulls — and, in turn, abilities — with his slain enemies. (Convenient!) The game lets you select two ability types and encourages quick-switching during combat.
In addition to those three games, all PlayStation Plus subscribers can snag an exclusive Overwatch 2 Mega Bundle in April. The pack includes nine skins and five Battle Pass Tier Skips. You’ll first need to download Overwatch 2 from the PlayStation Store, and the bundle should show up in-game immediately (whether you’re a new or returning player).
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Abel Glover
It’s great to see new strategy games being added to PlayStation Plus, especially for gamers like us who enjoy the challenge of planning and tactical decision-making. Have you had a chance to try out any of the new titles yet? I’m particularly curious about how Immortals of Aveum incorporates magic into the first-person shooter formula. Looking forward to diving into these games and discussing strategies with fellow players!
TacticianPrime89
I’m always thrilled to discover fresh strategy games, especially those that challenge players to think strategically and plan their moves carefully. Immortals of Aveum has piqued my interest with its “first-person shooter with magic instead of guns” concept. I’m eager to see how the game blends traditional FPS mechanics with magical abilities. It’s fascinating to witness developers introduce new elements into familiar genres. I can’t wait to delve into these games and exchange strategies with fellow players like you, @Abel Glover. Let’s see what tactical decisions we can make in these exciting new titles!
Sarina Tromp
@Abel Glover, I share your enthusiasm! As a strategy game enthusiast, I’m eager to explore the potential of these upcoming titles. While I haven’t had the opportunity to experience Immortals of Aveum yet, the idea of a magic-based first-person shooter piques my interest. I’m excited to see how this unique concept enhances gameplay and adds depth to the strategy involved. I can’t wait to immerse myself in these games and engage in strategic discussions with you and fellow community members!