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December 31, 2025

Best Android Games To Play When You’re Stuck Waiting in Coffee Shops, During Commutes & More

- Candy Crush Saga is a popular casual Android game that combines strategy with chance. - Roblox and Minecraft are digital playgrounds where players can create and explore unique worlds. - Five Nights at Freddy's is a horror game that has gained popularity for its simple mechanics and tense gameplay. - Garena's Free Fire is a popular battle royale game on Android with over a billion downloads. - There are many other great Android games for short gaming sessions that cater to different preferences and needs.

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December 30, 2025

2025’s Top-Selling Steam Games Include Some Terrible PC Ports

Valve has released the list of the best-selling games on Steam for 2025, which includes: 1. Monster Hunter Wilds 2. Elden Ring Nightreign 3. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered 4. EA Sports FC 26 5. Borderlands 4 6. Schedule I 7. Hollow Knight: Silksong 8. Civilization VII 9. Battlefield 6 10. Dune Awakening 11. Arc Raiders 12. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 The games ranked 13-24 are: 13. Assassin’s Creed Shadows 14. Dispatch 15. Dying Light: The Beast 16. Anno 117: Pax Romana 17. Europa Universalis V 18. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 19. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 20. Split Fiction 21. Inzoi 22. Doom: The Dark Ages 23. Stellar Blade 24. Digimon Story: Time Stranger Monster Hunter Wilds has been criticized as one of the worst PC ports of the year but remains popular among players. Civilization VII also faced criticism over launch issues yet made it into the top 12. Capcom plans to release performance improvements for Monster Hunter Wilds in 2026.

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December 20, 2025

Top 10 PC And Console Games Of 2025, Ranked By Global Revenue So Far

Research firm Newzoo released its annual sales report for 2025, analyzing digital revenue from January to November across six key markets: the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain. In PC gaming, Battlefield 6 generated the highest revenue, while EA Sports FC 26 topped the console revenue list. The analysis shows a dominance of shooter games and sports titles in revenue generation. Newzoo noted a distinction in revenue creation strategies between PC and console gaming. Additionally, Counter-Strike 2 was the top game by average monthly active users (MAU) on PC, and Fortnite led on consoles.

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December 19, 2025

Epic Games Holiday Sale 2025 slashes up to 75% prices on top PC games: Top deals, free titles, rewards and more

Epic Games' Holiday Sale will take place from December 11, 2025, to January 8, 2026, featuring discounts of up to 75% on various PC and mobile titles. Notable games on sale include Battlefield 6, Borderlands 4, EA SPORTS FC 26, and REMATCH. Free games will be available, starting with Hogwarts Legacy, which can be claimed until December 18, 2025. Players who log two hours in Hogwarts Legacy will receive a Fortnite cosmetic item. The sale will also offer Epic Rewards at a boosted rate of 20% for eligible purchases made using Epic's payment system. Additionally, the gifting feature will allow users to send games or add-ons to friends. Discounts will also be available on the Epic Games Store mobile platform.

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December 19, 2025

Steam Winter Sale 2025 is live with steep discounts on new and older PC games

Valve has launched the Steam Winter Sale 2025, featuring discounts on a wide range of PC games, including recent releases and classic titles, with reductions of 50% or more. The sale is available to all Steam users and will run until January 5. Notable discounts include: - Assassin’s Creed Shadows at 50% off - Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 at 50% off - Avowed at 50% off - EA Sports FC 26 at 60% off - Cyberpunk 2077 at 65% off Other titles with smaller discounts include Hades 2, ARC Raiders, Silent Hill f, The Outer Worlds 2, and Battlefield 6. The sale also includes discounts on downloadable content and expansions. Steam's fixed-price model means prices will not change during the sale, and users can refund games if played for less than two hours and purchased within the last 14 days. The sale encourages users to check their wishlists for discounts and to avoid waiting for last-minute deals.

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December 19, 2025

Steam’s winter sales are here, with incredible discounts on these amazing PC games

The Steam winter sales have started, offering discounts on various games until January 5. Notable offers include: - Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown for .79 (92% off) - Assassin’s Creed Shadows for .99 (50% off) - Avowed for .99 (50% off) - Crusader Kings 3 for .99 (70% off) - Dead Island 2 for .99 (90% off) - Devil May Cry 5 for .49 (75% off) - Doom: The Dark Ages for .99 (50% off) - EA Sports FC 26 for .99 (60% off) - Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves for .79 (67% off) - Forza Horizon 5 for .99 (50% off) - Halo The Master Chief Collection for .99 (75% off) - Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 for .99 (50% off) - Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth for .99 (70% off) - Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii for .99 (60% off) - Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy for .99 (85% off) - Metaphor: ReFantazio for .99 (50% off) - Monster Hunter Stories for .68 (67% off) - NBA 2K26 for .99 (60% off) - Nioh Complete Edition for .99 (90% off) - Resident Evil Village for .99 (75% off) - Silent Hill f for .99 (40% off) - Tekken 8 for .99 (60% off) - Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 +4 for .99 (40% off) - V Rising for .74 (55% off) The sale format has changed this year, with a static catalog of offers instead of daily rotations or flash deals.

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December 18, 2025

Best PC Games to Play During the Holidays

The winter holiday break offers PC gamers a chance to enjoy various games, whether solo or with others. Cooperative games for two players include Split Fiction, where players navigate dual worlds, Henry Halfhead, which features a puzzle-solving character, and LEGO Voyagers, which uses LEGO bricks for teamwork. Family-oriented games like Popucom, LEGO Fortnite Odyssey, and Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny emphasize accessible mechanics and cooperative play. For local multiplayer competition, EA SPORTS FC 26, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, and Mortal Kombat 1 are popular choices. Online co-op games such as Satisfactory, Out of Time, and PowerWash Simulator 2 allow players to connect remotely. Free-to-play options include Where Winds Meet, skate., and Infinity Nikki, which provide engaging experiences without cost. Immersive games like Escape from Duckov, Promise Mascot Agency, and Football Manager 26 offer deep gameplay experiences.

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December 6, 2025

Established sports franchises lost ground to newcomers on PC in 2025

In 2025, PC gaming has seen a resurgence in sports titles, with notable trends emerging. EA's free-to-play skateboarding game, Skate, achieved the most successful launch of any sports game on Steam this year, peaking at 134,901 concurrent users (CCU) but has since dropped to weekly peaks of 8,000 to 10,000 CCU. EA Sports FC 26 peaked at 100,283 CCU, lower than its predecessors, and maintains weekend peaks of 60,000 to 80,000 CCU. Rematch peaked at 92,841 CCU but has only retained around 4,000 players during peak times. Umamusume: Pretty Derby reached 87,453 CCU globally and attracts 17,000 to 20,000 PC players each weekend. Football Manager 26 launched with 84,909 CCU and maintains weekend peaks of around 60,000 CCU. Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road achieved 52,795 CCU with a user rating of 90 percent. NBA 2K26 peaked at 32,081 CCU, down over 20,000 from its predecessor, while F1 25 peaked at 22,595 CCU. Madden NFL 26 peaked at 6,600 CCU, while Madden NFL 24 remains the most popular entry with 9,526 CCU.

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November 21, 2025

XBOX Black Friday 2025 Sale Discounts Over 2,000 Digital Games On Console And PC

Microsoft has launched its Black Friday 2025 sale, offering discounts up to 75% on select Xbox titles and up to 85% on select PC titles, running until December 3rd. The sale features over 2,000 titles, including games like Borderlands 4 and Battlefield 6. Notable Xbox digital game discounts include Fallout 76 at .99 (-75%) and Hogwarts Legacy at .49 (-85%). For PC, discounts include Hogwarts Legacy at .49 (-85%) and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 at .99 (-50%). Microsoft is not offering discounts on Xbox consoles, which remain at regular prices, while accessories like Xbox controllers have discounts up to 38%. Retail partners are expected to announce their Black Friday deals soon.

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November 18, 2025

The Game Awards 2025 nominees are here, and—surprise—Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was nominated for every qualifying category

The Game Awards has announced its 2025 nominees, highlighting a strong presence of French influence. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 from Sandfall Interactive leads with ten nominations, including Game of the Year, followed by Death Stranding 2. Fans can vote on the TGA website. Nominees: Game of the Year: - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Death Stranding 2: On The Beach - Donkey Kong Bananza - Hades 2 - Hollow Knight: Silksong - Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Best Game Direction: - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Death Stranding 2: On The Beach - Ghost of Yōtei - Hades 2 - Split Fiction Innovation in Accessibility: - Assassin's Creed Shadows - Atomfall - Doom: The Dark Ages - EA Sports FC 26 - South of Midnight Best Independent Game: - Absolum - Ball x Pit - Blue Prince - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Hades 2 - Hollow Knight: Silksong Best Performance: - Ben Starr - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Charlie Cox - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Erika Ishii - Ghost of Yōtei - Jennifer English - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Konatsu Kato - Silent Hill F - Troy Baker - Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Best Debut Indie Game: - Blue Prince - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Despelote - Dispatch - Megabonk Best Action Game: - Battlefield 6 - Doom: The Dark Ages - Hades 2 - Ninja Gaiden 4 - Shinobi: Art of Vengeance Best Action/Adventure Game: - Death Stranding 2: On the Beach - Ghost of Yōtei - Indiana Jones and the Great Circle - Hollow Knight: Silksong - Split Fiction Best Role Playing Game: - Avowed - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 - The Outer Worlds 2 - Monster Hunter Wilds Best Sim/Strategy Game: - The Alters - Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles - Jurassic World Evolution 3 - Sid Meier's Civilization 7 - Tempest Rising - Two Point Museum Best Fighting Game: - 2XKO - Capcom Fighting Collection 2 - Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves - Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection - Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage Best Family Game: - Donkey Kong Bananza - LEGO Party! - Lego Voyagers - Mario Kart World - Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds - Split Fiction Best Sports/Racing Game: - EA Sports FC 26 - F1 25 - Mario Kart World - Rematch - Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Best Multiplayer: - Arc Raiders - Battlefield 6 - Elden Ring Nightreign - Peak - Split Fiction Best Narrative: - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Death Stranding 2: On the Beach - Ghost of Yōtei - Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 - Silent Hill F Best Audio Design: - Battlefield 6 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Death Stranding 2: On the Beach - Ghost of Yōtei - Silent Hill F Best Score & Music: - Hollow Knight: Silksong - Hades 2 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Ghost of Yōtei - Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Best Art Direction: - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Death Stranding 2: On the Beach - Ghost of Yōtei - Hades 2 - Hollow Knight: Silksong Best Adaptation: - A Minecraft Movie - Devil May Cry - The Last of Us: Season 2 - Splinter Cell: Deathwatch - Until Dawn Best Mobile Game: - Destiny: Rising - Persona 5: The Phantom X - Sonic Rumble - Umamusume: Pretty Derby - Wuthering Waves Best Ongoing Game: - Final Fantasy 14 - Fortnite - Helldivers 2 - Marvel Rivals - No Man's Sky Content Creator of the Year: - Caedrel - Kai Cenat - MoistCr1TiKal - Sakura Miko - The Burnt Peanut Best Esports Game: - Counter-Strike 2 - DOTA 2 - League of Legends - Mobile Legends: Bang Bang - Valorant Best Esports Athlete: - brawk - Chovy - f0rsakeN - Kakeru - MenaRD - Zyw0o Best Esports Team: - Gen.G - League of Legends - NRG - Valorant - Team Falcons - DOTA 2 - Team Liquid PH - Mobile Legends: Bang Bang - Team Vitality - Counter-Strike 2 Best Community Support: - Baldur's Gate 3 - Final Fantasy 14 - Fortnite - Helldivers 2 - No Man's Sky Most Anticipated Game: - 007 First Light - Grand Theft Auto 6 - Marvel's Wolverine - Resident Evil Requiem - The Witcher 4