This Year’s Holiday Game Selection

As the holiday season approaches, we’ve gathered a selection of this year’s most talked-about and best-performing games. From major franchises to fresh releases, these titles capture what players are enjoying right now and set the tone for a strong finish to the year.

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BORDERLANDS 4

Borderlands 4 continues the iconic looter-shooter series with even bigger worlds, deeper customization, and the trademark mix of action and humor. Players explore chaotic new planets, collect countless weapons, and fight through explosive missions solo or with friends.

  • Four playable Vault Hunters with unique skill trees and abilities
  • Expansive open-world environments across multiple planets
  • Seamless drop-in, drop-out online co-op
  • Millions of weapon combinations and gear options
  • Signature Borderlands storytelling with humor and attitude

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MAFIA: THE OLD COUNTRY

In Mafia: The Old Country, players return to the criminal underworld with a story-driven experience set in a beautifully realized historical backdrop. Blending open-world exploration with cinematic storytelling, it delivers the gritty tone and moral complexity the series is known for.

  • Immersive narrative set in a richly detailed European city
  • Classic Mafia gameplay with updated combat and driving mechanics
  • Deep character development and branching story choices
  • Period-authentic vehicles, weapons, and soundtrack
  • Stunning visuals powered by next-generation technology
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SILENT HILL F

Set in 1960s Japan, Silent Hill f takes the legendary horror series in a bold new direction. The game blends psychological dread with striking, surreal imagery to explore themes of fear, identity, and decay. A haunting experience that bridges classic atmosphere with modern storytelling.

  • Original narrative within the Silent Hill universe
  • Deep psychological tension and character-driven horror
  • Richly detailed environments inspired by 1960s Japan
  • Immersive next-gen audio and visual design
  • A fresh creative team reimagining the series for a new era
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ULTROS

ULTROS throws you into a vivid, looping world aboard a mysterious alien vessel. Battle hostile creatures, explore surreal environments, and uncover a deep sci-fi story blending action and introspection.

  • Psychedelic art by Hotline Miami's El Huervo
  • Loop-based gameplay with evolving paths
  • Mix of intense combat and calm exploration
  • Themes of identity, rebirth, and mental health
  • Unique gardening mechanic that affects the world over time

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TORMENTED SOULS 2

Caroline Walker returns in Tormented Souls 2, a twisted survival horror set in the eerie town of Villa Hess. When her sister Anna begins drawing visions that become horrifyingly real, Caroline’s search for answers takes her into a sinister clinic, where nothing is what it seems.

  • Explore haunting locations like a convent, shopping mall, and abandoned school
  • Shift between realities to change the past and alter the present
  • Craft and upgrade makeshift weapons to survive brutal encounters
  • Solve classic-style environmental puzzles with real consequences
  • A dark, story-driven experience rooted in psychological and body horror
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NBA 2K26

The latest entry in the long-running basketball series pushes realism even further with improved gameplay, lifelike visuals, and deeper player control. NBA 2K26 refines the on-court experience while expanding modes for both competitive and casual fans alike.

  • Enhanced shooting, dribbling, and defensive mechanics
  • Updated rosters and authentic team presentation
  • Expanded MyCAREER and MyTEAM experiences
  • Realistic player movement powered by next-gen animations
  • Online and local multiplayer modes for every play style

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METAL GEAR SOLID DELTA: SNAKE EATER

Rebuilt from the ground up, Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater brings one of gaming’s most acclaimed stealth adventures to a new generation. The remake preserves Hideo Kojima’s legendary story while enhancing visuals, controls, and immersion for modern players.

  • Faithful recreation of the 2004 classic with next-gen graphics
  • Tactical stealth gameplay set in dense jungle environments
  • Deep narrative exploring the origins of Big Boss
  • Modernized controls and improved camera systems
  • Original voice cast and soundtrack fully restored
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CIVILIZATION VII

Strategy fans return to the global stage in Civilization VII, where every decision shapes the course of human history. Built for both newcomers and veterans, it delivers refined systems, new leaders, and endless ways to build and conquer.

  • Deep turn-based strategy spanning eras of human civilization
  • Redesigned diplomacy, culture, and warfare mechanics
  • Wide roster of leaders, each with unique abilities and playstyles
  • Procedurally generated maps for infinite replayability
  • Optimized performance and interface for Nintendo Switch
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WWE 2K25

WWE 2K25 celebrates the spectacle of sports entertainment with refined mechanics, realistic presentation, and a deep roster of WWE Superstars and Legends. Every punch, slam, and entrance is captured with stunning detail to deliver the most authentic wrestling experience yet.

  • Expanded roster featuring current stars and fan favorites
  • Enhanced animations and improved character models
  • Updated MyRISE, Universe, and Showcase modes
  • Dynamic arenas and broadcast-style presentation
  • Local and online multiplayer for head-to-head competition
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DELIVER AT ALL COSTS

Set in 1959, Deliver at All Costs follows Winston Green, a hot-headed courier with a mysterious past, on a series of chaotic and unconventional delivery missions. Across semi-open environments filled with mayhem and dark humor, players navigate destruction, eccentric characters, and a twisting story of intrigue.

  • Action-driven gameplay set in a fully destructible world
  • Wide range of delivery missions with unique mechanics
  • Story told across three acts with memorable characters
  • Dynamic 1950s world brought to life through visuals and music
  • Distinct aesthetic featuring era-inspired design and soundtrack
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RED DEAD REDEMPTION

Red Dead Redemption tells the story of former outlaw John Marston as he hunts down the remnants of his old gang across the fading American frontier. Blending narrative depth with open-world exploration, it offers a cinematic and immersive take on survival, morality, and freedom in the early 1900s.

  • Expansive open-world Western setting spanning the U.S. and Mexico
  • Story-driven gameplay with complex, character-focused missions
  • Enhanced visuals and performance for modern platforms
  • Includes the acclaimed Undead Nightmare expansion
  • Immersive soundtrack and authentic atmosphere of the Old West