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December 2, 2025

The best PC games of all time in 2025

Since 1873, Rock Paper Shotgun has annually curated a selection of the finest PC games, beginning to document this list in 2021. The definition of the best PC games evolves each year, reflecting the current team's tastes. They aim to highlight personal favorites, intentionally leaving out other important titles. The team will unveil their selections for the RPS 100: 2025 Edition throughout the week. Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth features dual protagonists Ichiban Kasuga and Kazuma Kiryu, blending serious themes with surreal humor in a turn-based RPG format. Inscryption challenges players in a card game against a gremlin in a haunted forest, known for its creativity and unexpected twists. House Of The Dying Sun is a space combat game inspired by classics, offering exhilarating battles and intuitive controls. Dragon's Dogma II introduces the Unmaking Arrow, adding unpredictability to its gameplay. Devotion is recognized as a top horror game, exploring despair through a masterfully crafted narrative. DayZ is a survival mod for ArmA II that retains its core essence despite updates, emphasizing player interactions. Wreckfest is a driving game focused on chaos and enjoyment rather than just winning. Dyson Sphere Program immerses players in factory building across planets with smooth gameplay. BattleTech incorporates mercenary economics into tactical gameplay. Full Throttle is a classic adventure game with high production values and a gripping narrative. Deep Rock Galactic features procedurally generated environments and cooperative gameplay. Stray portrays a cat navigating a dystopian city, creating an immersive experience. Return Of The Obra Dinn involves investigating a maritime mystery through unique gameplay mechanics. Plants Vs Zombies is a charming tower defense game appealing to all ages. Pentiment explores 16th-century life through a monk's perspective, enhancing storytelling with its art style. Gorogoa offers a unique puzzle experience with hand-drawn art. Conquests of the Longbow blends historical authenticity with engaging gameplay in the Robin Hood saga. Into The Breach presents a tactical challenge with innovative mechanics prioritizing civilian safety. The Stanley Parable encourages exploration and choice, thriving on humor and inventive design. Peggle encapsulates randomness and joy through its simple premise. The next reveal of the 80th to 61st best PC games will occur tomorrow, with previous selections available from 2021 to 2024.

AppWizard

November 29, 2025

Great news: Yakuza Kiwami 3 will let you improve Kiryu’s ‘Daddy Rank’

Yakuza Kiwami 3 will feature new elements such as minigames, a new market, and a feature called "Drink Links." A notable addition is "Daddy Rank," which allows players to explore Kazuma Kiryu's role as a caretaker at an orphanage, showcasing his character development. Kiryu will face housekeeping challenges and cook for the children, unlocking new stories. Players can engage in various minigames like sewing and bug-catching while managing the orphanage. The market will allow players to sell their creations. Additionally, the bonus game Dark Ties will involve navigating side-stories and influencing the character development of Tsuyoshi Kanda.

TrendTechie

November 27, 2025

«Форсаж-7» стал самым скачиваемым фильмом на торрентах

"Furious 7" has been downloaded by 2.59 million unique users on torrent trackers. In comparison, "Fifty Shades of Grey" had 300,000 downloads, and "Guardians of the Galaxy" had around 200,000. The film earned nearly 0 million globally during its opening weekend. It features a cast including Dwayne Johnson, Jason Statham, Lucas Black, Vin Diesel, and Michelle Rodriguez. The story follows Dominic Toretto and his team as they confront Ian Shaw, the vengeful brother of Owen Shaw. The film is set to be released in Russia on April 9, 2015.

AppWizard

November 25, 2025

Horror game maker accuses Valve of ‘censorship’ after its game about nude human ‘Horses’ is rejected by Steam: ‘Lawful works should not be made unreachable by a monopolistic storefront’s opaque decisions’

On December 2, Santa Ragione, an Italian game development studio, will release its first-person horror adventure game, Horses, which explores themes like familial trauma and totalitarian power. The game features grotesque imagery set in a ranch environment with nude individuals wearing horse masks. Before its release, Horses received attention at events such as IndieCade and SXSW Sydney. However, Santa Ragione faces potential closure after being banned from Steam due to concerns over content perceived as depicting sexual conduct involving a minor. The studio criticized Steam's lack of clarity in content guidelines and the absence of options for resubmission or appeal. While Epic Games raised issues about visible nudity, the contentious scene in question was not included in external builds until late 2024. Santa Ragione expressed concern over the inconsistency of content standards between different platforms and lamented the loss of access to Steam, which accounts for over 75% of PC game sales. They argue that the ban reflects moralizing censorship and advocate for artistic freedom in gaming.

AppWizard

November 22, 2025

GTA 5’s character-swapping system was a stroke of genius that was supposed to feature in San Andreas 9 years earlier—this masterclass mod makes that dream a reality

Marvel's Spider-Man 2, released on PS5 in late 2023 and set to launch on Steam in early 2024, features a character-swapping mechanic similar to that of Grand Theft Auto V (GTA V). The character-switching mechanic in GTA V was first discovered by a user named Silent on GTA Forums in 2012 and allows players to switch between three protagonists: Michael, Franklin, and Trevor. A modder named Kaizo has developed a project called Real Multiple Protagonists, which utilizes Rockstar's original source code to enhance this mechanic. Kaizo explains that while GTA: San Andreas had a two-player mode that allowed character switching, it required extensive coding to unlock its full potential. His mod draws inspiration from GTA V's aerial transition and aims to replicate it, although it is limited to free roam mode without mission code. Kaizo faced technical challenges, particularly with camera transitions and UI development, but found the process rewarding. His work has revived interest in San Andreas' two-player mode, demonstrating the enduring appeal of the game and the impact of modding.

AppWizard

November 18, 2025

Resident Evil Requiem’s producer assures fans that no punches have been pulled with its horror, but will still welcome player feedback: ‘My mental health is very strong—I am fine to read the comments’

Resident Evil Requiem emphasizes horror elements, as demonstrated in a recent 30-minute demo at Gamescom, which showcased a chilling atmosphere and suspenseful gameplay. Producer Masato Kumazawa indicated a shift back to horror, acknowledging fan preference for this direction over the action-heavy approach of previous titles like Resident Evil 4 and Village. Players will control Grace Ashcroft, a technical analyst for the FBI, who relies on her analytical skills rather than combat, encouraging a cautious gameplay style that involves evading monsters. The game aims to balance horror with moments of action to enhance tension. The developers are actively seeking player feedback to ensure the game meets expectations and captures the classic Resident Evil blend of horror and action.

AppWizard

November 6, 2025

Amazon reveals its latest slate of free PC games for Prime members, including entries from the Borderlands and Fallout series

Amazon is offering a lineup of thirteen free games for Prime members throughout November, including Fallout 76 and New Tales from the Borderlands. Prime members can claim New Tales from the Borderlands via the Amazon Luna platform. Fallout 76 will have a significant free update in December. Other games available include Another World: 20th Anniversary Edition, Fort Solis, Dark City: Kyiv Collector's Edition, PlateUp!, Dungeons & Dragons: Krynn Series, Dream Tactics, Big Adventure: Trip to Europe 6 Collector's Edition, and Gunslugs.

AppWizard

October 30, 2025

AU Deals: Some Spooky Good Halloween Discounts on PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo Games Today

The text discusses various gaming titles and sales across different platforms. It celebrates the 27th anniversary of "Tenchu: Stealth Assassins," released in 1998, which is noted for redefining stealth gameplay. The text lists several games by their release year, including "Hexen" (1995), "Wild Guns" (1996), "Donkey Kong Land III" (1997), "Call of Juarez" (2006), "Pure" (2008), and "Sunset Overdrive" (2014). It highlights current titles for Nintendo Switch, Xbox, PlayStation, and PC, recommending games like "Hades II," "Disco Elysium - The Final Cut," "Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden," "Immortals of Aveum," "Rise of the Ronin," and "Resident Evil Village." The text also mentions various gaming hardware options and their prices, including different models of the Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, PS5, and Steam Deck, along with LEGO sets.

BetaBeacon

October 28, 2025

Duet Night Abyss launches today for Android, iOS, and PC via Epic Games Store and standalone installer

- Duet Night Abyss is a free-to-play action RPG available on Android, iOS, PC, and Epic Games Store. - The game does not have gacha banners for characters and weapons, focusing instead on microtransactions for cosmetic items. - The game offers full language support in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and English. - Players can unlock characters and weapons for free by farming fragments and materials. - The game features interwoven destinies, multi-dimensional weapon combos, exhilarating combat, and customization options.

AppWizard

October 23, 2025

Epic Games Store PC Weekly Free Games 23/10/2025

Fear the Spotlight is available for free on the Epic Games Store from 4 PM BST on October 23, 2025, until 4 PM BST on October 30, 2025. It is published by Blumhouse Games and developed by Cozy Game Pals. The game is a third-person horror adventure featuring protagonists Vivian and Amy as they navigate their school after hours, facing a séance that takes a sinister turn and solving puzzles while avoiding a threatening spotlight.