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January 1, 2026

20 Best PC Games of 2025

As 2025 draws to a close, the PC gaming landscape has flourished with a diverse array of titles. Notable games include: 1. INAZUMA ELEVEN: Victory Road - A football RPG with a vibrant anime aesthetic and extensive replayability. 2. Dispatch - A humorous superhero adventure featuring a charming cast and an engaging narrative. 3. Hades 2 - A roguelike action-RPG sequel known for its captivating story and unique art style. 4. The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered - An enhanced version of the original game, offering an unforgettable narrative experience. 5. Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter - An action-packed JRPG with compelling characters and intricate combat. 6. Absolum - A roguelike game featuring thrilling combat against the Crimson Order. 7. Clair Obscur Expedition - An award-winning game with a beautifully crafted world and character-driven narratives. 8. Hollow Knight: Silksong - A sequel where players explore an expansive world with fresh combat mechanics. 9. Blue Prince - A puzzle game that challenges players with mental puzzles to secure an inheritance. 10. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 - An RPG sequel with a vast map and engaging quests. 11. ARC Raiders - An extraction shooter known for its community-driven experience. 12. Assassin’s Creed Shadows - Set in feudal Japan, featuring unique characters and stunning environments. 13. Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth - An enhanced PC version of the classic narrative with improved gameplay mechanics. 14. Monster Hunter Wilds - An RPG with beautifully designed biomes and thrilling hunts. 15. Lumines Arise - A puzzle game that combines simple mechanics with complex gameplay loops. 16. Battlefield 6 - A visually impressive shooter with refined multiplayer mechanics. 17. The Alters - A creative title allowing players to create alternate versions of themselves. 18. The First Berserker: Khazan - A revenge-driven narrative complemented by stylish combat. 19. Bionic Bay - An atmospheric game that rewards creativity and patience. 20. Jurassic World Evolution 3 - A management game featuring dinosaurs and the return of Jeff Goldblum. The winner of the best PC game in 2025 is Clair Obscur: Expedition, praised for its blend of realism and artistic expression, compelling characters, and immersive soundtrack.

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December 18, 2025

In the run up Diablo 4’s new expansion, you can get this Nordic-inspired ARPG for free

The Game Awards recently showcased trailers for several games, including Diablo 4, which features a new Paladin class and a trailer titled Lord of Hatred. Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel is currently available for free on the Epic Games Store as part of a holiday promotion, which ends on December 19 at 8 am PST. The game includes a new update, The Fall of Alfheim, introducing new level modifiers and the Arachnid Jotunn, along with a new deity called The Earthmother and the Archmage class with four subclasses. Jotunnslayer has a rating of 85% on Steam.

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November 26, 2025

While Slay the Spire 2 is still brewing, grab eight great deckbuilders for a huge 88% off

Slay the Spire is anticipated to have a sequel released in late 2026. The Decious Deckbuilders 2 Humble Bundle features several games that incorporate roguelike and deck-building mechanics, including Demonic Mahjong and Breach Wanderers. Demonic Mahjong combines tile-matching with roguelike elements and has a unique aesthetic, while Breach Wanderers shares core gameplay elements with Slay the Spire. The bundle includes titles such as Vault of the Void, Ring of Pain, Roguebook, Deepest Chamber: Resurrection, Heretic's Fork, and Evolings. The bundle offers customization options, starting at £3.58 for two games or £13.48 for all eight games. It is available until December 12.

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August 26, 2025

This week in PC games: a MGS3 remake, new Blumhouse horror and some freshly peeled spaceships

The Maw has consumed another Monday, and a recent article about a "bank holiday" was a public relations strategy to prevent a stock market downturn. Mark has been on a theoretical holiday since last Wednesday but is actually marooned in the Cretaceous period. James is in a state of limbo, neither at Gamescom nor back at his desk. New PC game releases include: 1. NG Y' STOOD L' SAND OT GN'TH: A cosmic horror experience. 2. Pizza Bandit: A shooter combining culinary creativity with alien defense. 3. Watertight: A free horror adventure set in a troubled submarine exploring the Titanic wreck. 4. good: A minigame collection about a teenager avoiding education. 5. The Supper: New Blood: A point-and-click adventure with a dinner party theme. 6. Pixel Starships 2: An MMO for designing and managing spaceships. 7. Eyes Of Hellfire: A haunted house experience published by Blumhouse. 8. Neon Village: A hybrid game blending match-3, town-building, and roguelike elements. 9. Shinobi: Art Of Vengeance: A revival of a classic Sega side-scroller. The author plans to work on an interview-driven feature and a piece on liminality, while James is expected to handle impressions articles and interviews. Mark may return to regular updates and a review if he escapes his situation.

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August 18, 2025

Hordelord Unleashes Chaos on PC with Arena-Style Roguelike Action

Hordelord is a roguelike first-person shooter released on August 18, featuring wave-based arenas focused on survival. The game emphasizes a straightforward design, avoiding cinematic narratives and excessive content, and instead centers on player skill and adaptability. Each playthrough offers unique experiences due to dynamic enemy spawns and procedural elements, with upgrades that significantly alter gameplay. The game encourages constant movement and quick decision-making in confined spaces, creating a relentless pace. Players can access Hordelord on Steam, where it aims to provide an adrenaline-fueled experience without unnecessary distractions.