From wildlife awareness games to humanitarian game bundles, the April 2022 game trends highlight some of the most anticipated game releases of the month. New games with unique designs and gameplay approaches are set to dominate the market.
Notably, Microsoft recently launched a 'Women in Gaming' mentorship program. The tech company has organized a series of one-on-one coaching sessions throughout its global market to celebrate International Women's Day and Women's History Month.
Another intriguing example comes from Patrick Collins, a former marketing professional at 'EXCEL ESPORTS.' Collins launched an esports consultancy firm dubbed 'Leapfox' that will help brands elevate their esports brand. Esports and gaming organizations can utilize Leapfox's services to increase public outreach, accrue new sponsorships, and receive guidance on how to orchestrate a brand direction.
Top 75 Games Trends in April

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High-End Upscaled Televisions
Samsung's 'OLED S95B' Features 8k Upscaling and a QD Display

74
Food-Focused Metaverse Platforms
OneRare Launched the 'Foodverse' to Bridge the Web3 Gap
73
Community-Driven NFT Games
'SkyVerse' is an Open World Online Game Based on Blockchain
72
Sci-Fi-Inspired Boots
Wolverine and 343 Industries Unveiled Limited-Edition Master Chief Boots
71
Metaverse Creation Tools
Adobe is Releasing 3D Creation Software for AR and VR Experiences
70
K-Pop Eyewear Collections
Jennie from BLACKPINK Debuted the 'Jentle Garden' Glasses Collection
69
Online Song Guessing Games
'Heardle' Challenges Players to Guess a Song Name After a Short Clip
68
Foot-Tall Video Game Statues
Numskull Designs Created a Replica Statue from 'Destiny 2'
67
Video Game-Themed Military Boots
The Wolverine x Halo: Master Chief Boots Were Built for Fans
66
Inclusive NFT Marriages
'Closeup City Hall' Will Immortalize Marriages on the Blockchain
65
Online Streaming Lighting Accessories
Razer's 'Key Light Chroma' Delivers Professional Lighting
64
AR-Enabled Product Packages
'Wana Brands' Debuted an Interactive WebAR Experience on its New Line
63
Function-Customizable Mechanical Keyboards
The Keychron K8 Pro Features Natural VIA Capabilities
62
Virtual Interactive Malls
Pacsun Launches the Interactive Virtual Mall PACWORLD on Roblox
61
Value-Focused Gaming Services
Sony Unveiled Two New Tiers of 'PlayStation Plus' for Subscribers
60
Reimagined Ratchet Screwdrivers
This Screwdriver Offers Tremendous Torque From a Compact Package
59
Gamified Recycling Programs
ZeLoop is a Blockchain-Based Gamified Recycling App for Food Packaging
58
Play-to-Earn Multiplayer Games
'Heroes of Mavia' is an MMO That Features NFT-Tied In-Game Features
57
Performance-Tracking Table Tennis Rackets
The 'JANOVA' Smart Racket Tracks Every Swing
56
Cartoon-Branded Gaming Consoles
Microsoft Announced a Limited Edition 'Sonic the Hedgehog' Xbox
55
Modular Haptic Feedback Controllers
The Happily Haptic Lab Project Offers a New Gaming Experience
54
Colorful Swappable Gaming Keyboards
Dust Silver's Keyboard Delivers on Functionality & Aesthetics
53
Wildlife Awareness Games
'Animal Cards' Seeks to Bring Attention to Wildlife Conservation
52
360-Degree Sound Gaming Headsets
The JBL x 100 Thieves Headset Offers Gamers "Unparelled" Sound
51
Video Game Jewelry Pop-Ups
Pandora and Animal Crossing Partner to Launch In-Game 'Pandora Island'
50
Portable Game Streaming Services
The Steam Deck Now Has Support for Xbox Cloud Gaming
49
Daily Trivia Apps
Quizl Challenges Players with Trivia Questions that Reset Each Day
48
Blockchain-Based Gaming Platforms
'Block Born' Will Be a Community for Web3 and Gaming Enthusiasts
47
Browser-Based Metaverse Applications
Topia.io is a Social Experience Platform for Web3
46
K-Pop-Themed Productivity Apps
'The Forest App' Has a New BTS Theme from 'TinyTAN'
45
Smart Storage-Protecting Tools
DOCKCASE Debuted Its NVMe Smart SSD Enclosure to Protect Storage
44
Comfortable Modular Gaming Chairs
DXRacer's Gladiator Series Comes in Two Colorways
43
Open-World P2E Metaverse Games
Aavegotchi Launches New RPG Metaverse Game, The Gotchiverse
42
NFT-Integrated Social Medias
Instagram Will Soon Include NFT Integrations and Minting Capabilities
41
Accessible Cloud Streaming Platforms
'Utomik' Announced its Android and Samsung TV Applications
40
Iconic Protagonist Replicas
Numskull Designs and Sega Unveiled a Shenmue-Inspired 10" Statue
39
Comedic Cologne Campaigns
Drone Racing League Unveiled its 'NFT: New Fragrance Tech' Campaign
38
Therapeutic Game Developers
DeepWell Digital Will Make Games That Help Treat Health Conditions
37
Shareable Game Streaming Subscriptions
Microsoft Announced a Family Plan for Xbox Game Pass
36
Connected Metaverse Initiatives
The Founder of MetaMask Launched 'MetaMetaverse' to Connect Worlds
35
Blockchain Loyalty Programs
'Fnatic' Launched a Blockchain-Based Membership System
34
Humanitarian Game Bundles
All Proceeds from the 'Stand with Ukraine' Bundle are Going to Charity
33
Virtual Reality Medical Training
SimX Was Founded by Physician Educators for Physicians
32
Mobile Gaming Controllers
SteelSeries Debuted the 'Stratus+' Controller for Mobile Phone Games
31
Gender Inclusive Gaming Mentorships
Microsoft Has Launched a 'Women in Gaming' Mentorship Program
30
Sponsored Esports Events
Coca-Cola and Riot Games Debuted a Special Esports League for 'Wild Rift'
29
Blockchain-Based Streaming Platforms
'Verasity' and 'Axie Infinity' Will Reward Verified Viewers
28
Wireless Gaming Mouses
The EVGA X20 Gaming Mouse Features a Triple Sensor Design
27
Celebrity-Made Metaverse Experiences
The 'House Party' Game Partnered with 'Doja Cat' on Content
26
Virtual Reality Sports Games
The NFL and 'StatusPro' are Developing a VR Football Game
25
Software Development Services
Unity Game Services is Exiting its Beta with Improved Features
24
TV Streamer Mobile Games
Netflix Games Launches Several Titles Including 'This Is A True Story'
23
Play-To-Earn Soccer Games
'Mokens League' Lets Users Win NFTs by Competing in Online Soccer Games
22
Charity-Supporting Game Bundles
itch.io's $10, 1,000-Game Bundle Supports Humanitarian Efforts
21
Charity-Supporting Gaming Initiatives
Riot Games Will Donate Proceeds from Its Games to Ukraine
20
Metaverse User Support Companies
Helpshift Launched 'Metashift' to Target Customer Service in VR
19
Luxury Desktop Processors
Intel Unveiled its Flagship 'i9-12900KS' Ultra-Fast Processor
18
Mobile Gaming Earbuds
Turtle Beach Introduces the Scout Air and SYN Buds Air Earphones
17
American Esports NFT Collections
Pittsburgh Knights Partnered with Theta Labs on a Series of NFTs
16
Rapper Esports Partnerships
Snoop Dogg is Joining FaZe Clan as a Creator and Board Member
15
Game Development Services
'AWS for Games' Offers Multiple Gaming-Focused Solutions for Developers
14
Humanitarian Relief Campaigns
Epic Games is Donating Fortnite Proceeds Until April 3rd to Ukraine
13
Superhero-Themed Card Games
Marvel and Mattel Launched an Exclusive Comic-Themed Uno Ultimate Set
12
Demolition Derby Television Adaptations
Peacock is Developing a TV Show Based on 'Twisted Metal'
11
Mobile Game NFT Initiatives
Stardust and Tilting Point are Bringing Blockchain Items to Games
10
Esports Consultancy Firms
'Leapfox' Will Help Esports Organizations Elevate Their Brands
9
Lifelike Computer-Generated Videos
Unity's 'Enemies' Trailer Showcases the Engine's Capabilities
8
Laptop-Targeted Upscaling Features
Intel's 'XeSS' Feature Will Come to its 'Arc' Series GPUs
7
High-Powered Gaming Processors
AMD Launched the 'Ryzen 7 5800X3D,' its Fastest Processor to Date
6
Word-Guessing Survival Games
'Squabble' Pits Players Against Each Other Until One Winner Remains
5
Video-Smoothing Features
Sony is Adding VRR Support to the PS5 for All Titles and Applications
4
Digital Resolution-Upscaling Features
AMD Released its 'FSR 2.0' In-Driver Upscaling Technology
3
Global Pinball Networks
Stern Pinball's Insider Connected Updates an Iconic Game
2
Women-Only Esports Competitions
UMG Gaming has launched the LSPS for Professional Women in Gaming
1
Anime-Themed Accessory Collections
Numskull Launched an Official 'My Hero Academia' Collection
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Dedicated Web3 Gaming Platforms
Gamestop is Working with 'Elixir' on a Crypto Gaming Launcher
High-Fashion Video Game Consoles
The Balenciaga Snake Game Marks the Lunar New Year
In-Game Digital Sneakers
Nike and Fortnite Launched Four Digital Sneakers
Video Game-Themed Chocolate Gifts
The Nintendo and Godiva Chocolates are Arriving in Japan
Expanded Game-Streaming Services
Microsoft Now Lets Players Stream their Library with xCloud
Promotional Game-Themed Collabs
Microsoft Partnered with Several CPG Brands to Offer Xbox Rewards
GenAI Gameplay Ideators
Muse by Microsoft is the First World and Human Action Model
Stylish Gaming Controllers
The Xbox Wireless Controller Nocturnal Vapor Special Edition is Chic
Streaming Series Games
Netflix Stories Invites Viewers to Participate in Their Own Adventures
Creative Game-Themed Peripherals
The Higround x Minecraft Collection Has Several Styles
Remote Esports Coaching
eGame Studio Launches an Esports Coaching Application Called Game Lens
Eco-Conscious Puzzle Games
Joe Jonas, Kwalee and PlanetPlay Promote Text Express: Word Adventure
Modern Update Mobile Games
Flappy Bird is Getting Another Launch with New Modern Changes
Immersive Gameplay Features
The Sandbox Launched 'Game Maker 0.11' for Creators and Brands
Inclusive Gaming Tournaments
Logitech G is Hosting a Tournament for Players with Disabilities
Interactive Video Game-Themed Tours
The Play Nintendo Tour Runs from June 13 to September 2, 2024
Fandom-Friendly Campaigns
WhatsApp & Netflix Unite for a Squid Game Fandom Celebration
Score-Tracking Esports Applications
The Esports World Cup Now Has a Mobile App for Attendees
Interactive Educational Toy Lines
LeapFrog Debuts Its Latest Collection at Toy Fair 2025
Professional Social Media Games
LinkedIn Released Three Games to Build Connections on its Platform
Interactive Sports Game Predictions
Guul's EURO 2024 Predictor Offers Connection and camaraderie
Esports CSR Initiatives
The Global Esports Federation Launched a Global Social Impact Initiative
Accessible Esports Tournaments
VIRESA Provides Opportunities to Disabled Gamers Looking to Compete
Table-Top Gaming Candles
Gameplay Candles' Table Top Gaming Candles Ignite the Adventure in Us All
Game-Themed Retro Keyboards
Higround and Minecraft Launch a New Collaborative Keyboard Collection
Artful Diverse Gaming Backgrounds
The Xbox Celebrates Collection Honors Cultural Heritage
Social Sports Applications
EA is Launching the EA Sports Social App on Web and Mobile
Egg-Centric Metaverse Games
American Egg Board Launched a Tower of Eggs Pop-Up on Roblox
Expanded Game-Streaming Features
Xbox Cloud Gaming and LG Debut a New Xbox Game Pass Partnership
Fashion Gaming App-Updates
Fashion Gaming App 'Drest' Launches New Update
K-pop-Endorsed Game Cosmetics
Ovewatch 2 Partners with K-pop Girl Group LE SSERAFIM
Feline-Centric Animated Games
The Little Kitty, Big City Game is Launching on May 9th
Data-Driven Esports Partnerships
Electronic Arts Teams Up with Stats Perform Ahead of FC24
Gaming Hardware Bundles
MSI is Offering Free Add-On Copies of Assassin's Creed: Shadows
Multifunctional Game Sets
The 'LEGO' Group is Merging Physical and Digital Play
Sportswear-Branded Game Bundles
adidas Enters the Fortnite Universe with a Versatile Bundle
Singer-Collaborated Game Campaigns
Nintendo and Raye Join Forces on a Series of Advertisements
Remastered Zombie Survival Games
Bend Studio Announced 'Days Gone Remastered' for April 25th
Pay-What-You-Want Gaming Platforms
Humble Bundle Changes Game Distribution with Flexible Pricing
Summer-Themed Gaming Accessories
The Xbox Summer Accessories Collection for 2023 is Dazzling
Play-Inspired Global Holiday Campaigns
Toys"R"Us Has Introduced a New Global Holiday, Play Day
Interactive App-Themed Game Maps
Twitch Unveiled 'The Glitch' Brand Map in Fortnite for Twitchcon
Handhand Console Game Launches
Mars After Midnight will be Launching on Playdate Soon
Latin American-Targeted Esports Experiences
Community Gaming Enters a Partnership with Moonton
Comprehensive Tech Showcase Events
Logitech Announced Gadgets and Software at 'LogiPlay 2024'
Inclusive Esports Partnerships
XSET and Samsung Partner to Create Opportunities for Women in Games
Action Cartoon Game Crossovers
Activision is Partnering with TMNT on New Ninja Turtle Skins
Expanded Game-Streaming Services
Sony Added a Number of Games to its 'PS Plus' Service in June
Best-Selling Console Sequels
Nintendo Dropped the Reveal Trailer for the 'Nintendo Switch 2'
Artist-Inspired Game Events
Lady Gaga Will Make Her Digital Debut in the Fortnite Festival
Influencer-Based Gaming Activations
Niantic Taps Google to Recruit Creators for Pokémon GO Fest
Game Console-Branches Streetwear
PlayStation Joins F.C. Real Bristol and SOPH on a Fashion Capsule
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
Luxury Adventure Travel Platforms
UNCHARTED Recently Introduced the EVOLVE Multimedia Platform
Co-Branded Racing Game Events
Xbox and Gilette Launched the 'Gilette P1 Program' in Forza
Free Urban Adventure Games
Adventure City Games Launches a Consumer-Focused Initiative in BC
Collaborative Gaming Peripherals
Razer Releases a New Fortnite Gaming Peripherals Collection
Cross-Cultural Esports Programs
USEF and Ghost Gaming Debut the International Esports Exchange
Elephant-Printed Sports Kits
Paris Saint-Germain Launches the New Michael Jordan Kits for 2023-24
Seasonal Gamer Ornaments
Hallmark Launches a Variety of Gamer-Approved Ornaments for the Holidays
Athlete-Centric Bingo Campaigns
The 'Share Your Bingo Moment' Campaign Spotlights Olympic Legends
Gaming-Themed Tech Accessories
The Kojima Productions x Higround Collection Arrives This Month
Youth Movement Competitions
The PLEZi Absurdly Good Games Encourages Summer Activity
Free Gaming Platform Updates
Steam is Updating its Demo System for 2024 with New Features
Game Streaming Service Updates
Sony has Added Several Titles to 'PlayStation Plus Premium'
Fan-Focused Esports Collaborations
Gen.G is Tapping LG U+ to Create Co-Branded Jerseys and Events
Show-Inspired Free-to-Play Mobile Games
Netflix Unveils the Squid Game: Unleashed Mobile Game
Competitive Partner Programs
Supercell Adds LOUD, Gen.G & Team Heretics to the Brawl Stars Program
Value-Minded Video Game Consoles
This Nintendo Switch MAR10 Day Bundle Celebrates the Console
Cartoonized Role-Playing Games
Nintendo Announced 'MythForce' as a 2023 Switch Title
Esports Data-Based Deals
Bayes Esports Debuts a New Data Supplying Deal with the Esports World Cup
Collaborative Esports Events
Samsung and GIANTX are Hosting an Activation at EGX Comic Con
All-in-One iGaming Solutions
CrazyGames Unveils a New Collection of Browser-Based Games
Esports Merchandise Capsules
PlayVS Partners with Emerge Apparel on a New Apparel Collection
Gaming Aim Training Tournaments
Logitech G and Aim Lab Launched 'The Gauntlet' Competition
In-Game Wildfire Relief Funds
Riot Games Adds Two In-Game Bundles for California Wildfire Relief
Family-Friendly Survival Games
Lego Debuts a New Fortnite Survival Crafting Game
Youth Esports Safety Initiatives
British Esports Partnered with the NSPCC on a Series of Events
Hands-On Esports Programs
Gen. G and Syracuse University are Educational Esports Opportunities
Charitable Developer Games Showcases
Humble Bundle is Hosting its 2025 Games Showcase
Mental Health-Supporting Initiatives
BLAST Partners with Movember to Engage Esports Fans
African Esports Phone Partnerships
Samsung Ghana Unites with PlayProvince’s Call of Duty Team
Creature-Collecting Survival Games
'Palworld' Officially Released on Steam Early Access
Commercial Esports Partnerships
Metizport Announces Partnerships with Craft, Lenovo and Logitech G
Esports Bitcoin Tournaments
Crypto Betting Platform Thunderpick Announces a $600K CS:GO Tournament
Insect-Inspired Strategy Games
The Empire of the Ants Game is Set to Arrive in November
Dedicated Gaming Gear Shops
The Samsung Game Portal is Launching in 30 Countries
Anniversary-Commemorating Esports Kits
G2 Esports Unveils its New Gallery Experience and Team Kit
Second-Hand Tech Deliveries
CeX and Just Eat Takeaway.com Will Deliver Pre-Owned Gaming Products
Web-Based Word Game Celebrations
New York Times Games Honors Its1,000th Wordle Puzzle
Grooming Brand Esports Deals
Gillette Partners with the European Organisation Enterprise Esports
Mixed-Reality Treasure Hunts
EE is Kicking Off Its Inaugural Game Day with a Special Treasure Hunt
Holiday-Themed Mobile Gaming Events
Amuzo Games Presents an Easter Event Within DOBBLE GO!
Women's Day-Inspired Tournaments
True Gamer Partners with Sony to Host a Match for Women's Day
Web-Based Mobile Game Stores
Microsoft Mobile Games is Launching a Web-Based Store
LGBTQ Mentorship Programs
Queer Women of Esports Supports LGBTQ Gamers In Need of Mentoring
FPS Training Tournaments
Logitech G is Partnering with Aim Labs to Host a Training Competition
Southeast Asian Esports Conferences
MOONTON Games Unveils the M6 Summit Conference in Malaysia
MENA-Based Esports Events
Saudi Arabia is Expected to Host the World Esports Championship
Esports Event Partnerships
MSI is the Official Gaming Partner of the 2023 PUBG Global Championship
Charitable Esports Tournaments
The Brawlhalla World Championship Teams Up with Make-A-Wish Georgia
Superhero-Inspired PC Games
Sony Announced the PC Launch of the Spider-Man 2 Game
Turn-Based Strategy Games
EA SPORTS Debuts the Football Strategy Game 'FC Tactical'
Automaker-Backed Gaming Events
Honda Unites with Twitch to Offer Activations at Twitch Rivals
Youth-Focused Game Tournaments
Inter Milan and Mkers Unveil a New Fortnite Tournament Series
Youth-Supporting Esports Opportunities
British Esports Launches the PUBG Mobile College Tournament
Promotional Betting Partnerships
Astralis and ComeOn Group Team Up for New Esports Activations
Captivating Debut Games
The Cocoon Game was Unveiled During Summer Game Fest 2023
Battle Arena Game Sequels
Titan Forge Games Announced 'Smite 2' on Unreal Engine 5
Smartphone Game Feature Expansions
Apple's iPhone Event Announced its Upcoming Game Launches
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Emerging Esports Talent Programs
Krafton India Esports Unveils a New 'Rising Star' Program
Iconic Sidescroller Franchises
Nintendo's Mario Returns in Super Mario Bros. Wonder for Switch
Intricately Developed Game Releases
Capcom Releases Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess This Year
Gaming Platform Rebrands
Marblex Gaming Platform Rebrands with a Bold Focus on Fun and Community
Eco-Focused Esports Initiatives
GameSquare and Mastercard Tackle Deforestation with a New Game
Streaming Service-Backed Games
YouTube Is Testing Its Online Games Category Called 'Playables'
Educational Esports Experiences
Gameplan Taps PSEL to Create Dynamic Learning Opportunities
Heritage Month Sports Campaigns
ESPN's 'Somos' Campaign Celebrates Hispanic Sports Icons
Gamified Geography Applications
'Geoguessr' Challenges Players' Knowledge of the World
Superhero-Themed Gaming Consoles
The PlayStation 5 Spider-Man 2 Limited Edition Bundle is Striking
Tournament-Focused Esports Partnerships
Esports Organization Lionscreed Secures a Deal with Plutus
Fantastical Dynamic Game Releases
Square Enix Official Releases the Final Fantasy 14 Game
Expanded Digital Game Distributions
Limited Run Games Expands with Three Exciting Titles
Humanoid Animal Detective Games
'On Your Tail' is an Investigative Narrative Game in Borgo Marina
Collaborative Esports Deals
M80 Partners with the Game Platform Forge for Various Activations
Isolating Alien Survival Games
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Continues Samus' Story after Many Years
Inclusive Accessibility-Focused Tournaments
Ghost Gaming Hosts the 'Adaptive Gaming Cup'
Esports Wellness Courses
Entain Foundation U.S. Introduces a New Esports Mental Wellness Campaign
Inclusive Esports Tournaments
Ally Taps Rocket League to Expand Opportunities for Women in Esports
Competition-Based Esports Partnerships
Esports World Cup Recruits Heinz, Logitech G, and Secretlab
Daily Gaming Mystery-Solving
Players are Tasked to Guess the Game with 'Daily Game Trivia'
Newspaper Gaming Platforms
kr3m Crafts an Interactive, Reader-Centric Gaming Platform for Le Monde
US Student Esports Programs
Gen.G Introduces The Next Gen Fellowship for US Students
Charitable Esports Projects
Epic Foundation Launches the Esports for Good Initiative
Classic Action-Inspired Games
The Bomb Rush Cyberpunk Game is Launching in September
Gaming Market Strategies
Leagues.gg Launches the Leagues Media Subsidiary for Gaming Projects
Digital Game Platform Expansions
Blizzard Announces that it is Launching Overwatch 2 on Steam
Educational Esports Endeavors
British Esports Debuts an Education Partnership with Level Infinite
Online Trivia Platforms
Masters of Trivia Offers a New Take With a Diverse Array of Topics