In 2025, indie and double-A titles gained prominence in the gaming landscape, overshadowing high-budget blockbusters. Notable games included Clair Obscur, Dispatch, Blue Prince, and Schedule 1. PCGamesN's top ten PC games of 2025 are as follows:
10. Hades 2 - Early access game with extensive content, new bosses, and an expanded narrative.
9. Split Fiction - Co-op game emphasizing friendship and sisterhood with vibrant visuals and clever puzzles.
8. Arc Raiders - Unique extraction shooter with a community-focused gameplay experience.
7. Routine - Single-player survival horror set on a deserted moon station, offering a concise and chilling experience.
6. Battlefield 6 - Multiplayer-focused game known for dynamic gameplay and large-scale battles.
5. Dispatch - Episodic narrative game featuring character-driven storytelling and humor.
4. Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 - Open-world game set in 15th-century Bohemia with a focus on realism and exploration.
3. Hollow Knight Silksong - Sequel with refined gameplay and a beautifully crafted world.
2. Blue Prince - Roguelike puzzle game that encourages exploration and problem-solving.
1. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Game of the Year with a profound narrative, innovative combat system, and artistic presentation.