It’s that time of the month again!
Overclockers UK is here to give you a complete rundown of some of the incredible games releasing in April, along with a selection of our top PCs to play.
LEGO Stars Wars: The Skywalker Saga (April 5th)
Experience all nine Star Wars films like never before in LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga. Play as a Jedi, Sith, Rebel, Droid, and more! The game features hundreds of playable characters for you to command, each with unique skills. As you journey through the galaxy, enjoy classic LEGO whimsical humour and action-packed adventures.
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64bit | Windows 10 64bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 2400 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200 CPU | Intel Core i5 6600 / AMD Ryzen 3 3100 CPU |
| Memory | 8GB RAM | 8GB RAM |
| Graphics | GeForce GTX 750 Ti / AMD Radeon HD 7850 GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 / AMD Radeon R9 290 GPU |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 40GB available space | 40GB available space |
Top PC to Play LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga:
OcUK Gaming Kinetic B4 Gaming PC:
- Multicore processing with the Intel Core i5 10400 CPU
- Capable of ultra-fast multitasking in gaming, streaming, and much more
- Choose from a selection of dedicated GPUs, such as the NVIDIA 1660 Super or RTX 3060
Outbreak: Contagious Memories (April 6th):
Trapped in a city overrun by the undead, it’s your mission to team up with Lydia as you both desperately try to escape and make it out alive. Featuring inspiration from classic 90s survival horror, in Outbreak: Contagious Memories every decision counts. You will need to think and act fast, as a bullet saved is a bullet earned. Plus, thankfully with an in-depth co-op mode, you can grab a friend and work together to escape the city.
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7-10 64bit | Windows 7-10 64bit |
| Processor | Intel i5 or higher | Intel i7 or higher |
| Memory | 4GB RAM | 8GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti / AMD Radeon R9 270X | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 / AMD Radeon R9 290X |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 20GB available space | 20GB available space |
| Sound Card | Integrated | Hardware |
Top PC to Play Outbreak: Contagious Memories:
OcUK Gaming Spectra Gaming PC:
- Take advantage of the Intel Core i5 10400F CPU and enjoy reliable multitasking in gaming, streaming, and content creation
- Perfect for work and play
- Choose from a selection of dedicated GPUs and tailor the Spectra to suit your preferences
- Flexible storage options available, including a 1TB hard drive
- All installed within a sleek black mid tower chassis that includes dynamic aRGB lighting
Out There: Oceans of Time (April 7th):
Death is simply one mistake away in Out There: Oceans of Time. The successor to the infamous Out There game, you will take control of Commander Nyx and explore a galaxy that changes every time you play. Your mission is to search for the Archon, a villain determined to dominate the galaxy and all who inhabit it. Encounter other lifeforms, learn to communicate, trade, and build a coalition of allies against the Archon.
Currently the available minimum and recommended official PC specifications are limited – but keep your eyes peeled for more information!
Ganryu 2: Hakuma Kojiro (April 22nd):
In this brand-new 2D platform, you play as Miyamoto Musashi. Journey through the changing seasons of a feuding 17th century Japan on your mission to defeat Kojiro. This beautiful 2D pixel art game features inspiration from the story of Takezo Musashi in ’The Sword and The Sword’ and is a sequel to the infamous 1999 Ganryu game.
Unfortunately, the minimum and recommended PC specifications are yet to be officially released by developers. In the meantime, why not play through the classic 1999 original game whilst we wait.
The Serpent Rogue (April 26th) :
An all-new action-adventure, The Serpent Rogue is set in a medieval fantasy. Players will take control of an alchemist called The Warden. Your mission is to take control of the deadly Serpent Rogue which is spreading evil through Mount Morbus. Craft, brew, boil, and create potions as you explore secret passages and quests as you expand your knowledge. Every decision will count as each decision you make will create a dynamic sequence of cause and effect that will have an impact on the world and creatures around you.
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64bit | Windows 10 64bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 3470 / AMD FX 8350 CPU | Intel Core i7 4770 / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X CPU |
| Memory | 6GB RAM | 8GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 / AMD Radeon R9 280 GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / AMD Radeon R9 Fury |
| DirectX | Version 11 | TBC |
| Storage | 4GB available space | 4GB available space |
Top PC to Play The Serpent Rogue:
OcUK Gaming Katana Gaming PC:
- Harness the blisteringly fast processing power of the Intel Core i7 10700KF Hyperthreaded CPU
- Real-Time Ray Tracing and AI DLSS enabled, thanks to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 GPU
- Flexible storage options are available for you to tailor the Katana to your individual needs
Your Thoughts?
Whilst we all know the most exciting thing about April is having an excuse to eat your weight in chocolate and easter eggs – we’d love to hear your thoughts about the range of exciting new game releases.
Did I include your favourite or did I miss it? Let us know down in the comments below!
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Ruth Rowley
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Ruth has been with Overclockers UK for over a year and has gone on to write about everything ranging from in-depth hardware guides to monthly game releases.
Outside of writing blog posts, she can be found wrapped in a blanket with her black cat, engrossed in a book or playing life-simulation games such as The Sims, Stardew Valley, and Animal Crossing.
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