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Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster flew under the radar when it released exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 as a launch title in June. If you're a fan of traditional turn-based RPGs made by Square Enix, we'd highly recommend checking it out--especially now that it has received its first discount. Amazon Prime members can get Bravely Default HD Remaster for $30 (was $40). This is a limited-time Lightning Deal.

If you're looking to start the New Year with a refreshed game room, take a peek at Amazon's current offer for Arcade1Up's The Fast & The Furious Deluxe Arcade. The retailer is slashing prices on a long list of arcade cabinets, but few are seeing the full $100 discount of The Fast & The Furious Deluxe--which is currently listed for its best price of the year. But since the arcade cabinet was sold out the other week, we can't imagine this offer will stick around for long.

Mario is no rookie when it comes to baseball, having taken to the field with Mario Superstar Baseball on GameCube and again with Mario Super Sluggers for the Wii. He's now returning to the sport with Epoch Games Super Mario Stadium Baseball, a tabletop game that has him and his friends swinging for the fences. It's a cute-looking game--and right now you'll find it for just $51.49 (was $60).

We're happy to share a positive update regarding the Nintendo Switch 2 version of R-Type Dimensions 3,

Game-Key Cards have been divisive since they were first introduced, but the good news is that the full R-Type Dimensions 3 game will be on the Switch 2 cartridge. The bad news? You're going to have to pay a little bit extra for that side-scrolling shoot-'em-up, as the price is going up to €70. It's worth noting that those who already preordered the physical Special Edition will not see their price change.

In 2025, fans of the genre dove into classic fantasy adventures, traveled the cosmos, and even found some time for a bit of agricultural fun. Last year's best RPGs included GameSpot's GOTY, Metaphor: Refantazio and other heavy-hitters like Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, Unicorn Overlord, and Black Myth: Wukong, but this year, there was a very noticeable trend with the games that rose to the top.

Sony has announced its year-end Holiday sale in India, bringing discounts on PS5 accessories and select PlayStation games. The sale kicks off next week on December 23 and will last until January 5. Sony's Holiday sale is among several year-end sales currently live across game platforms and storefronts offering discounts on thousands of titles. The PlayStation parent announced its year-end sale in India on Friday via a press release.

I'm genuinely shocked by how much I love ARC Raiders. I've never been very interested in the whole PvE (Player vs. Environment) genre, aside from some brief stints with Destiny, but ARC Raiders's sci-fi post-apocalyptic vibe just works for me. I love the Blade Runner/anime-like aesthetic of its environments, enemies and outfits. I'm a sucker for its synthy soundtrack and immersive soundscape.

There are few things less cozy than a murder investigation, especially one that involves bizarre rituals and seemingly supernatural circumstances. But add nice, relaxing puzzles to the mix, and suddenly you've got a game that's great to chill out to, despite mostly taking place at a crime scene. Released in mid-December, Mosaic of the Strange combines Minesweeper-inspired puzzles with a story straight out of , making for one of the most satisfying genre mashups of the year.

To start with, Version 2.5 arrives on December 30, making it the game's last major update of the year, which also means players are in for some freebies to celebrate the new year. Of course, the biggest addition in Version 2.5 is Ye Shunguang, the game's new Agent, who's a Void Hunter, and also Zenless Zone Zero's first dual-form Agent. Zhao also becomes a playable Agent as part of this update - two things HoYoverse teased last week at The Game Awards.

Generally, remasters simply update the original game for more modern platforms, maybe making light tweaks to visuals or quality-of-life features. Remakes, on the other hand, more integrally change the experience, making drastic changes to gameplay or adding entirely new sections. Alongside just giving players an updated version of the game, remasters can play an integral role in video game preservation - saving key titles from being lost to the ravages of time.

Arkansas State defeated Missouri State 34-28 to claim the title. Arkansas State was up 31-7 going into the fourth, but Missouri State battled back, scoring 21 points in the fourth to make it close. Naturally, the Xbox Bowl was full of Xbox-branded partnerships, including Master Chief doing the coin toss to start the game. Corey Rucker Jr. of Arkansas State won Offensive MVP of the Xbox Bowl, earning himself an "Achievement Unlocked" trophy, while Kyle Taylor of Arkansas State won Defensive MVP of the Xbox Bowl, taking home a similarly styled trophy.

On X, Barone responded to a fan asking about any hints for the Stardew Valley 1.7 update. "There will be some more character/social stuff; it's also traditional to add a new farm type," Barone replied. "Lots more, but I don't want to reveal much yet." The upcoming update for the farming/life sim was revealed in August, with Barone noting in September that it's going to take "a while."

Today marks the beginning of Xbox's Free Play Days, which temporarily gives Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential subscribers access to a handful of this year's hits as well as a few older titles. There are two exceptions, however. Parts of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 are available for all players until December 22, whether you have Game Pass or not. Similarly, Fallout 76 is free for everyone through December 23, and you don't need Game Pass to enjoy it.

Video games are now fully fledged hangout spaces: social hubs where you can shoot the breeze and slam a hadouken fireball into your friend's face without having to worry about a trip to the ER. By now, having some form of multiplayer or cooperative play is a standard--but expected--part of the gaming landscape, and in 2025, dozens of games were better with friends.

While drop-in co-op is plenty of fun on its own--check out some of our best couch co-op games for plenty of recommendations on that front--this list focuses more on games where communication and collaboration are an intrinsic part of the experience. Quests in these games progress because you're both playing together, rather than despite it. These are games that feel more intimate than competitive multiplayer and more dynamic than traditional couch co-op--sitting in that sweet spot in the middle where both players are equally important.

The new weekly update for Grand Theft Auto Online adds festive content, free gifts, discounts, and popular holiday modes. Rockstar Games also confirms snow will arrive in Los Santos later in the month. The holidays arrive in Los Santos with several returning modes players can participate in. These festive limited-time modes include GTA Online's Yeti Hunt, The Gooch, Weazel Plaza Shootout, and Snowball Fights. Additionally, players can expect snowy weather conditions to arrive later in the month.

On December 22, Sega and Rovio will unleash Toho's iconic monster on Dr. Eggman's Toy World with a new stage: Godzilla Survival. The goal of that stage is simple. Players simply have to survive a Godzilla attack in the middle of the ocean while running from boat to boat. Trust us, you don't want to be stuck when Godzilla unleashes his atomic fire. Players will only get a single respawn on this stage, so run as if your virtual life depends upon it. Because it does.

Larian's DNA is agency. Everything we work towards is to the benefit of our teams, games, and players. A better work day, and a better game. Our successes come from empowering people to work in their own way and bring the best out of their skill & craft, so that we can make the best RPGs we can possibly make.

Tomb Raider, Crystal Dynamics' Lara Craft reboot that released on PC and consoles in 2013, is coming to mobile devices next year. The action-adventure game, which serves as the first entry in Crystal Dynamics' reboot trilogy of Tomb Raider titles, will launch on iOS and Android on February 12, 2026. The mobile port is developed by Feral Interactive, which also brought Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light to iOS earlier this year.

The best co-op horror games know when to scare you senseless and when to let you experience triumph as a team over whatever spooky peril is waiting around each corner. Shadows that move when they shouldn't, distant footsteps drawing ever closer, and the dread of confronting something unknown--it's all better with company. Instead of facing your fears alone, you're able (although, sometimes forced) to rely on others: sharing resources, comparing clues, calling out directions, and of course screaming over each other when everything goes wrong.

They're gonna work very hard. We need to put some guardrails [in] so they don't injure themselves, but I don't think we could prevent them from working hard and still make the kind of games we make.

Although one could argue that Demon's Souls was first, it was its multiplatform sequel that really introduced players to the genre's pillars that have persisted in the near two decades since. While this is sometimes reduced to just difficulty in some cases, what makes a Soulslike is far more than that, pulling in aspects of exploration, narrative structure, character progressions, and more to create a wholly distinct experience that can cater to a variety of different players depending on what parts are more heavily emphasized.

Two of the biggest zombie franchises are teaming up as World War Z's next story campaign DLC will cross over with The Walking Dead. Players will be able to take control of four of the iconic characters from the show--Rick Grimes, Daryl Dixon, Negan, and Michonne--with The Walking Dead stars Andrew Lincoln and Norman Reedus reprising their roles as Rick and and Daryl, respectively.

Like Fanatical's other build your own bundle promotions, you can pick as many games from the list as you'd like, and the more games you buy, the more you save. To start, you can pick up to four games for $3.33 each. At five or more games, you'll pay $3 per item. Grab 10 or more games, and you'll pay just $2.90 per game.