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January 2, 2026

The Biggest Games Coming in 2026

- January 15: Animal Crossing: New Horizons launches on Switch 2; 3.0 update for original Switch. - January 15: The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond The Horizon releases on all major platforms. - January 22: Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade launches on Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series. - January 26: Highguard, a free PvP raid game, becomes available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series. - January 28: The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin releases. - January 30: Code Vein 2 launches. - February 5: Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined releases. - February 6: My Hero Academia: All’s Justice and Nioh 3 launch. - February 11: Romeo is a Deadman releases. - February 12: Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties launches. - February 13: High on Life 2 releases. - February 20: Ys X: Proud Nordics launches. - February 27: Resident Evil: Requiem releases; cloud versions of Resident Evil 7 and 8 for Switch 2. - March 5: Pokemon Pokopia releases. - March 12: John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando launches; Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake releases. - March 19: Crimson Desert launches. - March 26: Screamer, a racing game, releases. - April 16: Cthulu: The Cosmic Abyss launches. - April 24: Pragmata releases. - April 30: Saros, a roguelite bullet hell game, launches. - May 8: Mortal Kombat 2 movie releases. - May 27: 007 First Light launches. - May 29: LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight releases. - September 8: John Carpenter’s Halloween launches. - September 12: Phantom Blade Zero releases. - October 16: New Street Fighter movie releases. - November 19: Grand Theft Auto 6 launches. - Sometime in 2026: Titles like Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, Super Meat Boy 3D, and Zero Parades: For Dead Spies expected. - To Be Announced: Zero Company and Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 have no confirmed release dates.

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December 28, 2025

The Recap: Bridgerton, Peaky Blinders, Minecraft x Stranger Things and More!

Netflix has released a trailer for the fourth season of Bridgerton, set to premiere on January 29, with the second part on February 26. A teaser for Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man has also been unveiled, with the film releasing on March 20. A special Minecraft DLC linked to Stranger Things allows players to explore new chapters in the final season and features characters with unique abilities. SEGA and RGG Studio showcased Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties, set for release on February 12. Persona5: The Phantom X's Ver. 2.7 update introduces new stages and characters, with an event ending on January 22. Wuthering Waves has launched its Chapter III update, adding new areas and characters. Gachiakuta: The Game has been revealed as a survival action RPG with cel-shaded visuals, focusing on combat and missions in monster-infested zones.

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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 12, 2025

Everything announced at The Game Awards 2025 — Xbox, gaming handhelds, PC, and more

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 won the Game of the Year award at The Game Awards 2025. Decrepit, an indie title from Frame Interactive, is set to launch on PS5 and Steam in 2027. Audiomech, a bullet hell shooter by Dylan Fitterer, will have a free demo available on Steam starting December 12. PRAGMATA, an action-packed sci-fi adventure from CAPCOM, is scheduled for release on April 24, 2026, with preorders open and a demo available on Steam. Solasta 2 will enter Early Access on Steam on March 12, 2026. TankRat, a vehicular action game, is set for a Spring 2026 release on Steam. Bradley the Badger, an action platformer, is available for wishlisting on Steam. Stupid Never Dies, a zombie-themed game, is planned for release in 2026 on Steam and PS5. Casey Hudson is developing a new Star Wars RPG set in the Old Republic era. Larian Studios announced Divinity, a project larger than Baldur's Gate 3. 4:LOOP, a co-op game from Bad Robot, will release on PC and PS5. Ontos, a spiritual successor to SOMA, is slated for a 2026 release on Steam and PS5. South of Midnight, winner of the Games for Impact award, will be available on PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2 in Spring 2026. Order of the Sinking Star, a puzzle adventure game, is set to launch on Steam in 2026. Exodus, an RPG from Wizards of the Coast, is expected in Early 2027. WARLOCK, a dark fantasy action-adventure game, will launch on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PS5. Control Resonant, a sequel to Control, will be available in 2026. Gang of Dragon is an upcoming action game from the developers of Yakuza. LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will release on May 29, 2026. Tomb Raider: Catalyst is expected in 2027, while a reimagining titled Legacy of Atlantis will launch in 2026. Forest 3 is in development with limited details. Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred expansion will launch on April 28, 2026. Hogwarts Legacy is available for free on the Epic Games Store until December 18. No Law, an open-world shooter, is set for release on Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and PS5. Total War: Warhammer 40,000 is available for wishlist on Steam. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE will launch in 2026. Star Wars: Galactic Racer is scheduled for release in 2026. The Wind Awakening is set for release on December 23 for multiple platforms. Phantom Blade Zero will launch on PC and PS5 on September 9, 2026. Mega Man: Dual Override is set to release in 2027. Highguard, a free-to-play multiplayer FPS, will launch on January 26, 2026.

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December 8, 2025

This week in PC games: a skating demon tries to eat the moon and Terminator game appropriately rewrites history

Edwin has been consumed by The Maw after leaning in due to its deceptive sounds. New safety measures were instituted, including a no-petting policy and using a six-foot news pole for feeding. Mark performed The Last Post on his kazoo, and the 'Days since last accident' whiteboard was updated from '56' to '0'. Upcoming game releases include Skate Story, Yakuza 0 Director's Cut, Cat Named Mojave, Liminal City, Death Howl, Milano's Odd Job Collection, Unbeatable, Anxiety Puppy, Ashes of Creation, and Terminator 2D: No Fate.

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December 3, 2025

Grab this Sekiro-style Metroidvania and six other great Steam Deck games for just $15, saving you over $156

Seven Steam Deck games are available through this month's Humble Choice subscription, including Nine Sols and Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name. The Steam Deck remains the top handheld gaming PC, with seven out of eight titles in the bundle receiving Steam Deck Verified or Playable ratings. The subscription costs .99 / £11.49 per month, providing access to eight games valued at .92 on Steam. The games included are: 1. Nine Sols - Steam Deck Verified 2. Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name - Steam Deck Verified 3. Streets of Rage 4 - Steam Deck Verified 4. Lost Skies - Unsupported 5. Intravenous II - Steam Deck Playable 6. Dungeon Tycoon - Steam Deck Playable 7. Beholder Conductor - Steam Deck Verified 8. Godlike Burger - Steam Deck Verified Lost Skies does not fully support the Steam Deck, but can be played with keyboard and mouse controls.

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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.

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November 28, 2025

Siliconera 2025 PC Game Black Friday and Gift Guide

The Steam Winter Sale is scheduled to begin on December 18, 2025, following Black Friday on November 28, 2025. The Lenovo Legion Go S will be priced at 9.99 during Black Friday, while the Steam Deck's 256GB LCD model will cost 9.20 and the 512GB OLED version will be priced at 9. GOG offers a selection of games at discounted prices, including: - Alone in the Dark: The Trilogy – .49 - The Alters: Deluxe Edition – .10 - Breath of Fire IV – .99 - Devil May Cry HD Collection – .89 - Dino Crisis Bundle – .49 - Disco Elysium: The Final Cut – .99 - The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind GOTY Edition – .49 - Fallout: New Vegas Ultimate Edition – .99 - Heroes of Might and Magic 3: Complete – .99 - Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered – .99 - Silent Hill 2 remake – .99 - Silent Hill 4: The Room – .99 - Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines – .99 - The Witcher: Enhanced Edition – .49 - The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition – .99 Other PC games available for gifting or personal enjoyment include: - Ace Attorney Investigations – .99 - Atelier Yumia – .99 - Bad Rats: The Rats Revenge – [openai_gpt model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Summarize the content and extract only the fact described in the text bellow. The summary shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. Text: As the holiday season approaches, the landscape of PC gaming presents a myriad of options for both gift-givers and enthusiasts alike. With platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG offering a variety of deals, navigating the best choices can be a bit overwhelming, especially with Black Friday looming on November 28, 2025. While enticing discounts are expected, savvy shoppers will note that the Steam Winter Sale is set to commence on December 18, 2025. This timing suggests that patience may be a virtue, particularly for those considering gifts for the December holidays. Choosing the Right System When contemplating a PC purchase, it’s prudent to engage in a conversation with the intended recipient. This is particularly true for desktops or laptops, where compatibility is paramount. Handheld devices, however, offer a more straightforward gifting experience. For instance, the Lenovo Legion Go S is available for 9.99 during Black Friday, while the Steam Deck offers a 256GB LCD model for 9.20 and a 512GB OLED version for 9. Gifting from GOG For those leaning towards gifting games, GOG stands out with its exclusive releases and a commitment to DRM-free titles. The platform ensures ongoing updates for compatibility, enhancing the user experience. Here’s a selection of noteworthy games available at attractive prices during the holiday shopping season: Alone in the Dark: The Trilogy – .49 The Alters: Deluxe Edition – .10 Breath of Fire IV – .99 Devil May Cry HD Collection – .89 Dino Crisis Bundle (includes Dino Crisis and Dino Crisis 2) – .49 Disco Elysium: The Final Cut – .99 The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind GOTY Edition – .49 Fallout: New Vegas Ultimate Edition – .99 Heroes of Might and Magic 3: Complete – .99 Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered – .99 Silent Hill 2 remake – .99 Silent Hill 4: The Room – .99 Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines – .99 The Witcher: Enhanced Edition – .49 The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition – .99 Exploring Other Platforms Beyond GOG, Steam and other storefronts are brimming with discounts, including some enticing deals on 2024 releases that have only recently seen price reductions. Here’s a curated list of PC games to consider for your 2025 gifting needs or for personal enjoyment: Ace Attorney Investigations – .99 Atelier Yumia – .99 Bad Rats: The Rats Revenge – [cyberseo_openai model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Rewrite a news story for a business publication, in a calm style with creativity and flair based on text below, making sure it reads like human-written text in a natural way. The article shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. The article shall NOT start from a title. Response language English. Generate HTML-formatted content using tag for a sub-heading. You can use only , , , , and HTML tags if necessary. Text: When it comes to shopping for PC games, it’s difficult to really consult any one guide, as Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG often feature multiple ones and aren’t 100% reliant on Black Friday. So there will definitely be special deals around November 28, 2025, but we know the Steam Winter Sale for the year starts on December 18, 2025. It means keeping an eye out is wise, but it might also be smart to consider holding off on some gifts until we get closer to the December holidays. Still, it never hurts to be prepared and aware! Recommended VideosIn terms of systems, it’s usually best to actually consult with the recipient before just springing a PC on them. Especially if you are going with a desktop or laptop, since you’ll want to keep compatibility in mind. If you’re going with a handheld, it’s easier. Someone could get a Lenovo Legion Go S on sale for Black Friday for $579.99. A Steam Deck 256GB LCD model is $319.20 as of time of writing, and the 512GB OLED is always $549. A good option to keep in mind for PC game gifting is GOG, as there are some exclusive releases there and we also get DRM-free games from that platform. The company also will offer updates to ensure compatibility, which is handy. Here are some suggestions we have for games you can find there at pretty good prices around the holiday shopping season, as well as their Black Friday 2025 deals. Alone in the Dark: The Trilogy – $1.49 The Alters: Deluxe Edition – $37.10 Breath of Fire IV – $4.99 Devil May Cry HD Collection – $9.89 Dino Crisis Bundle (with Dino Crisis and Dino Crisis 2) – $8.49 Disco Elysium The Final Cut – $9.99 The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind GOTY Edition – $7.49 Fallout: New Vegas Ultimate Edition – $9.99 Heroes of Might and Magic 3: Complete – $4.99 Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered – $14.99 Silent Hill 2 remake – $34.99 Silent Hill 4: The Room – $6.99 Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines – $9.99 The Witcher: Enhanced Edition – $1.49 The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition – $9.99 But in general, a lot of games are on sale on Steam and other storefronts! Including some good deals on 2024 games that didn’t get major price drops until now. So here are some PC games to consider when shopping for 2025 gifts or picking up items for yourself. Ace Attorney Investigations – $19.99 Atelier Yumia – $48.99 Bad Rats: The Rats Revenge – $0.59 Blue Prince – $19.79 Civilization VII – $45.49 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – $39.99 Digimon Story: Time Stranger – $62.99 Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake – $35.99 The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion – $33.49 Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster bundle – $48.74 FFVII Remake Intergrade – $19.99 FFVII Rebirth – $34.99 FFXVI Complete Edition – $34.99 Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut – $35.99 Harvestella – $23.99 Kingdom Hearts Integrum – $49.99 Life is Strange Remastered – $11.99 Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii – $32.99 Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater – $48.99 Metaphor: ReFantazio – $34.99 Octopath Traveler 2 – $23.99 Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma – $38.99 Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance – $23.99 Shinobi: Art of Vengeance – $20.99 Signalis – $13.99 Silent Hill f – $55.99 Stellar Blade Complete Edition – $63.99 Tales of Graces f Remastered – $19.99 Two Point Museum – $23.99 Also, don’t forget to check Epic Games Store every Thursday! Free games are given away, and you can bulk up your library and give yourself something to play over holiday breaks that way." temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" ].59 Blue Prince – .79 Civilization VII – .49 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – .99 Digimon Story: Time Stranger – .99 Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake – .99 The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion – .49 Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster bundle – .74 FFVII Remake Intergrade – .99 FFVII Rebirth – .99 FFXVI Complete Edition – .99 Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut – .99 Harvestella – .99 Kingdom Hearts Integrum – .99 Life is Strange Remastered – .99 Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii – .99 Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater – .99 Metaphor: ReFantazio – .99 Octopath Traveler 2 – .99 Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma – .99 Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance – .99 Shinobi: Art of Vengeance – .99 Signalis – .99 Silent Hill f – .99 Stellar Blade Complete Edition – .99 Tales of Graces f Remastered – .99 Two Point Museum – .99 Lastly, don’t overlook the Epic Games Store, which offers free games every Thursday. This is a fantastic opportunity to expand your library and discover new titles to enjoy during the holiday break." max_tokens="3500" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" frequency_penalty="frequency_penalty"].59 - Blue Prince – .79 - Civilization VII – .49 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – .99 - Digimon Story: Time Stranger – .99 - Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake – .99 - The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion – .49 - Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster bundle – .74 - FFVII Remake Intergrade – .99 - FFVII Rebirth – .99 - FFXVI Complete Edition – .99 - Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut – .99 - Harvestella – .99 - Kingdom Hearts Integrum – .99 - Life is Strange Remastered – .99 - Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii – .99 - Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater – .99 - Metaphor: ReFantazio – .99 - Octopath Traveler 2 – .99 - Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma – .99 - Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance – .99 - Shinobi: Art of Vengeance – .99 - Signalis – .99 - Silent Hill f – .99 - Stellar Blade Complete Edition – .99 - Tales of Graces f Remastered – .99 - Two Point Museum – .99 The Epic Games Store also provides free games every Thursday, allowing users to expand their library.

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November 23, 2025

This absurdly stylish side scroller feels like playing two different genres of retro shooter at the same time, and I love it

Neon Inferno is a run-and-gun side-scroller set in a cyberpunk city, featuring corrupt law enforcement and Yakuza enemies. It combines run-and-gun action with gallery shooting mechanics, allowing players to aim between the background and foreground. The game includes a forgiving difficulty system, allowing players to absorb hits and deflect projectiles, and features bullet time for counterattacks. It offers various difficulty settings and local co-op play. A 10-minute demo is available on Steam, showcasing its gameplay dynamics.

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November 9, 2025

How a former NASA employee became the world’s foremost author of videogame cookbooks: ‘It can’t look like you’re eating a Pokémon’

Victoria Rosenthal is a culinary author known for her video game-themed cookbooks, starting with her blog, Pixelated Provisions. Her notable work includes the 2018 release of "Fallout: The Vault Dweller's Official Cookbook," which established her reputation in the niche market. She creatively collaborates with lore authors to align recipes with game narratives, as seen in "God of War: The Official Cookbook of the Nine Realms" and "Halo: The Official Cookbook." Her project "My Pokémon Cookbook" focused on vegetarian dishes due to a restriction against resembling Pokémon. Since becoming a full-time cookbook writer in 2021, she has two new titles planned for 2025: "Guild Wars 2: Feasts of Tyria" and a second volume of "Final Fantasy 14" recipes. Rosenthal is interested in future projects involving franchises like "Yakuza: Like a Dragon" and "Baldur's Gate." She aims to inspire readers to embrace cooking, emphasizing that cooking can be made less intimidating, similar to leveling up skills in video games.