As April Fools’ Day approaches, gamers eagerly anticipate a variety of humorous, clever, and sometimes absurd pranks from game developers. This year, on April 1, 2025, a multitude of game companies participated in the lighthearted tradition, unveiling entertaining hoaxes that fans should approach with a sense of humor. Here’s a roundup of the most noteworthy game-related April Fools’ pranks in the English gaming sphere for 2025.
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— Zenless Zone Zero (@ZZZ_EN) April 1, 2025
Zenless Zone Zero’s Xbox Tease
Zenless Zone Zero joined in on the April Fools’ festivities with a playful twist that has sparked curiosity among fans. The “An Outstanding Partner”event introduces a fictional character named XBOO, boasting a design reminiscent of the iconic Xbox aesthetic. Although XBOO is merely a playful addition, it may suggest a potential collaboration or release related to Xbox in the future, leaving fans speculating about what could come next.
This tease may indeed warrant attention as gamers ponder the implications of this lighthearted joke. Keep monitoring for updates regarding this whimsical concept.
Fantasy Life i: Life Crossing Fantasy Horizons
In a clever marketing move, Level-5 not only showcased the upcoming release of Fantasy Life i but also delivered a humorous nod to another beloved title. Their spoof trailer introduces a supposed game titled Life Crossing: Fantasy Horizons, parodying the style of Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Featuring delightful animal characters, the satirical trailer captivates viewers, combining charm and humor.
Though it’s a fictitious announcement, the amusing visuals keep players entertained while they eagerly await the actual launch of Fantasy Life i.
FFVII Ever Crisis Academy
The mobile game FFVII Ever Crisis entered the prank scene with a teaser for a fictional Academy event, reinterpreting classic characters from the well-loved JRPG as high school students. Imagining Cloud as a baseball player, Barret as a teacher, and Aerith and Tifa in fashionable student attire adds a fun twist. A rival school featuring the iconic Sephiroth further adds to the humor of this concept.
While this is likely a joke, it showcases impressive artwork and creativity, leaving fans wishing it was a genuine expansion of the series.
Palworld: More Than Just Pals
Palworld continues the April Fools’ tradition with its cheeky sequel to last year’s prank. This time, the developer PocketPair rolled out a teaser for More Than Just Pals, a visual novel that humorously allows players to romance humanoid versions of its Pals. This year’s gag even features a dedicated Steam page, adding a layer of sophistication to the joke.
While this playful title remains an April Fools’ creation, its charm and creativity leave fans hopeful for a potential future release that wouldn’t disappoint.
Dave the Diver Remastered
In a lighthearted jab at the proliferation of game remasters, indie favorite Dave the Diver humorously announced a fictitious remastered version set for release on unconventional gaming systems such as YS7 and Ybox Series X/L, humorously dated for a distant 2049. This prank underscores the game’s popularity and how well the developers understand their audience’s expectations.
Even though this remaster is a fictional endeavor, it showcases the game’s unique charm and could inspire future creative expansions down the line.
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