New Game Releases This Week: South of Midnight and Blue Prince Lead the Lineup

This week’s lineup of new game releases is serving up a delightful dilemma for gamers, offering a choice between puzzling mysteries or heart-pounding action. On the action front, adventurers can dive into monster battles using mystical abilities in “South of Midnight,” or engage in high-stakes, multiplayer capers with “Monaco 2.” Meanwhile, puzzle enthusiasts have their curiosity piqued with the exploration of a dynamic mansion in “Blue Prince” or the chance to solve secrets in “The Talos Principle: Reawakened.”

Choosing between these enticing genres might prove challenging, especially since several releases hit the market concurrently. Among them, a few stand out with a unique twist. In the action segment, “Star Overdrive” not only pits you against formidable creatures but also lets you showcase cool hoverboard skills. And for something a bit different, “Jumping Jazz Cats” offers a quirky take on action, where a clowder of cats races through entertaining minigames.

Here’s a look at the top game releases we’re eagerly waiting for in the week of April 7.