2025 Holiday Gaming Roundup: From RPS Crackdown to Fallouts, Strangers, and New Sony Spider-Man Adventures
RPS Christmas Cracker 2025: The Sixth Round of Holiday Gaming Delights
Rock Paper Shotgun’s sixth annual Christmas Cracker features a curated selection of the year’s best games, holiday-themed reviews, and exclusive insights from the gaming community.
- The sixth RPS Christmas Cracker 2025 — Rock Paper Shotgun
- The Backbone Pro Mobile Gaming Controller Is Back Down to Its Lowest Price Ever — IGN
- The RPS 100: Reader Edition (2025) – your favourite games of all time — Rock Paper Shotgun
- The fifth RPS Christmas Cracker 2025 — Rock Paper Shotgun
- The RPS Selection Box: Ollie’s bonus games of the year 2025 — Rock Paper Shotgun
- The fourth RPS Christmas Cracker 2025 — Rock Paper Shotgun
Top Anime Releases of 2026: The Future of Japanese Animation
A comprehensive overview of the most anticipated anime series set to premiere in 2026, highlighting standout titles and their potential impact on global animation trends.
- The Biggest Anime Coming in 2026 — IGN
- The Best Reviewed Movies of 2025 — IGN
- The Testament of Ann Lee Review — IGN
Best Gaming Handheld of 2025: A PC Gamer Hardware Awards Winner
PC Gamer’s Hardware Awards for 2025 crowned the top gaming handheld, highlighting its exceptional performance, portability, and features that make it a standout choice for gamers on-the-go.
- PC Gamer Hardware Awards: The best gaming handheld of 2025 — PC Gamer
- PC Gamer Hardware Awards: The best gaming laptop of 2025 — PC Gamer
Fallout Season 2: A Deep Dive into the Latest Episodes with Exclusive Details
Exploring the intricate details and hidden Easter eggs from Fallout Season 2’s second episode, featuring insights from developer interviews and in-depth analysis of new gameplay mechanics.
- “We’ve had a full team on Fallout for a long time” – Todd Howard stokes Fallout 5 fires as second TV season roars into life — Eurogamer
- Fallout Season 2: 25 Video Game Details and Easter Eggs in Episode 2 — IGN
- Fallout Season 2, Episode 2 Review — IGN
Stranger Things Season 5, Vol. 2: A Deep Dive into the Show’s Biggest Revelations
The Duffer Brothers reveal key plot twists from Stranger Things’ highly anticipated Season 5, Volume 2, discussing major character developments and narrative arcs that set the stage for the series’ next chapter.
- Stranger Things’ Duffer Brothers First Told Netflix About the Big Season 5 Reveal Before Season 1 Even Came Out — IGN
- Stranger Things: Season 5, Vol. 2 Spoiler Review — IGN
In 2025, Winter Burrow and Elden Ring Show How Small Acts of Kindness Make a Big Impact
Eurogamer’s articles from December 2025 highlight two standout games that emphasize the power of kindness. ‘Winter Burrow’ demonstrates how a simple act can profoundly affect characters and story in a heartwarming narrative experience. Meanwhile, ‘Elden Ring Nightreign’ serves as a creative playground for experimentation, showing how small tweaks to gameplay and storytelling can lead to innovative player experiences. Both pieces underscore the idea that even minor gestures of kindness resonate deeply in interactive media.
- In 2025, Winter Burrow showed how a little kindness goes a long way — Eurogamer
- In 2025, Elden Ring Nightreign was my playground for experimentation — Eurogamer
- In Avengers: Doomsday, Marvel Finally Remembered That Thor Can Be Serious — IGN
Pluribus Season 1 Finale: ‘La Chica o El Mundo’ – A Tale of Secrets Unveiled
In the gripping season finale of Pluribus, Vince Gilligan weaves a complex web as secrets unravel and loyalties are tested. The episode culminates in ‘La Chica o El Mundo’, where the protagonist’s choices lead to an unexpected revelation that reshapes the narrative landscape.
- Pluribus Season 1 Ending Explained With Creator Vince Gilligan — IGN
- Pluribus Episode 9 – Season Finale Review, ‘La Chica o El Mundo’ — IGN
2026 Releases: New Sony Spider-Man Movies, Video Game Adaptations and Star Wars Spin-offs
IGN reveals upcoming releases in the Sony Spider-Man cinematic universe, major video game movie and TV spin-offs, and new Star Wars projects set for 2026.
- Upcoming New Sony Spider-Man Universe Movies and TV Shows: 2026 Marvel Spin-Off Release Dates and Beyond — IGN
- Upcoming New Video Game Movies and TV Shows: 2026 Release Dates and Beyond — IGN
- Upcoming New Star Wars Movies and TV Shows: 2026 Release Dates and Beyond — IGN
Tiny Bookshop Delivers the Ultimate Reader’s Dream: Instantly Connecting You to Your Perfect Match
A heartwarming PC Gamer article shares a personal story of finding the perfect book through Tiny Bookshop, highlighting how such recommendations can transform reading experiences and strengthen friendships.
AU Boxing Day Deals: Must-Have Gaming Discounts for Your Wishlist
IGN’s latest article highlights Boxing Day game deals offering significant savings, ideal for budget-conscious gamers looking to expand their libraries with titles that provide long-lasting entertainment.
- AU Deals: Boxing Day Game Deals I’d Actually Spend My Own Money On This Year — IGN
- AU Deals: Deck Your Halls With Deep Discount Hauls And Serious Backlog Fuel — IGN
Blade Director Reassures Fans, Promises ‘A Special Game’ Amid Technical Challenges
Director of Blade assures struggling players that the game’s technical issues will be resolved soon and promises an exceptional gaming experience.
Obsidian’s Survival Craft: The Best Game Amidst RPG Releases
In a year dominated by Obsidian’s ambitious RPG releases, the studio’s standout success was its early access survival crafting game. Despite fierce competition from role-playing titles, this survival romp emerged as Obsidian’s top achievement.
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