Games you can play this week – robots and rucks

If you’re looking for some anthropomorphic heroes and monster tackles, this week’s game releases will deliver on all those things, and a little more.

Ratchet & Clank

Release date: 22 April (PS4)

PS4 owners will be getting a new Ratchet & Clank adventure this week, but it is neither a reboot or a remake, instead labeling itself as a “re-imagining.” The majority of the plot is the same as the original Ratchet & Clank, but with story tweaks that line up with the upcoming movie. Insomniac has a knack for creating experiences with fun and intuitive gameplay, but with some twists, and we’re sure Ratchet & Clank has some tricks up its sleeve – not to mention that it’s one of the most beautiful games on the system to date.

Rugby Challenge 3

Release date: 22 April (Xbox One, PS4, Xbox 360, PS3)

Rugby Challenge 3 has been delayed more times than we can count, and although it infuriates us, we have to admit that we’re still pretty excited for it because the current rugby games on the market have left a lot to be desired. This time around, the development has shifted from Sidhe to Wicked Witch Software, so hopefully we’ll see some gameplay improvements from Rugby Challenge 2. In addition to having the South African Super Rugby and Springbok licenses (finally), there is also a Sevens mode, which lets players take on the shortened, faster version of the beloved sport. Here’s hoping Rugby Challenge 3 is the rugby game we’ve been waiting for.