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Welcome to GameObserver!

We're a group of games journalists that came together to create a new home for human-only video game journalism. No AI writing or images here, ever.

If that sounds good to you, give us a follow! For more on our mission, read the thread 🧵👇
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Game of the Year:
Hades II - @supergiantgames.bsky.social
DS2 - @kojipro2015.bsky.social
Blue Prince - @dogubomb.bsky.social @rawfury.bsky.social
HK Silksong - @teamcherry.bsky.social
PMA - @kaizengameworks.com
CO: Expedition 33 - @expedition33.bsky.social

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This image shows the game of the year award nominees for 2025 for the gaming journal Game Observer, including Hades 2, Death Stranding 2: on the beach, Blue Prince, Hollow Knight Silksong, Promise Mascot Agency, and Clair Obscur Expedition 33.
December 8, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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Axel recommends beloved action-adventure game sequel, Ghost of Yōtei, by @suckerpunchprod.bsky.social and Sony Interactive Entertainment.

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#GhostofYotei
December 8, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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The Goldilocks Award for AA Gaming:
Dispatch - @adhocstudio.com
The Alters - @11bitstudios.bsky.social
Last Defense Academy - TooKyoo Games
Powerwash Simulator 2 - @powerwashsimulator.co.uk
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - @expedition33.bsky.social

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This image displays the game of the year awards by the gaming journal Game Observer for the Goldilocks Award for AA Gaming Category. Nominees include Dispatch, The Alters, The Hundred Line - Last Defense Academy, Powerwash Simulator 2, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
December 8, 2025 at 8:50 PM
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Mateusz cautiously recommends tactics RPG, Demonschool, by Necrosoft Games and Ysbryd Games.

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#Demonschool
December 8, 2025 at 8:09 PM
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Jess recommends multiplayer puzzle game, Escape Simulator 2, by @pinestudiollc.bsky.social.

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#EscapeSimulator2
December 8, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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Best Indie Game:
Promise Mascot Agency - @kaizengameworks.com
Hades II - @supergiantgames.bsky.social
Wanderstop - @ivyroadgames.bsky.social @annapurna.com
Blue Prince - @dogubomb.bsky.social @rawfury.bsky.social
Hollow Knight Silksong - @teamcherry.bsky.social

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This shows the nominees for the game of the year awards from the gaming journal Game Observer for the Best Indie Game category. The nominees are Promise Mascot Agency, Hades 2, Wanderstop, Blue Prince, and Hollow Knight Silksong.
December 8, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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Best Narrative:
Dispatch - @adhocstudio.com
Death Stranding 2 - @kojipro2015.bsky.social
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - @expedition33.bsky.social
Promise Mascot Agency - @kaizengameworks.com
Hundred Line - Last Defense Academy - TooKyoo Games

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These award nominations for the gaming Journal Game Observer show nominations for the Best Narrative category for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Dispatch, Promise Mascot Agency, The Hundred Line - Last Defense Academy - , and Clair Obscur Expedition 33.
December 8, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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Fortnite's OG Season 7 skins have been revealed, but fans were quick to notice the absence of the iconic Ice King

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Fortnite Reveal OG Season 7 Pass Skins - With A Surprising Omission
Fortnite just revealed the cosmetics that will be featured in the OG Season 7 pass, and fans have noticed a surprising omission from the original Season 7.
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December 8, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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For Best Game Direction:

Hideo Kojima - @kojipro2015.bsky.social
Tonda Ros - @dogubomb.bsky.social
Ari Gibson & William Pellen - @teamcherry.bsky.social
Josef Fares - @hazelightgames.bsky.social
Guillame Broche - @expedition33.bsky.social

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These award nominations for the gaming Journal Game Observer show nominations for the Best Direction category for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Blue Prince, Hollow Knight Silksong, Split Fiction, and Clair Obscur Expedition 33.
December 8, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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The third game in the Final Fantasy VII Remake project almost has its name, as the director speaks on its smooth development and gives a hint at what's to come

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Final Fantasy VII Remake’s Third Game Will Be Named This Year
The third and final game in the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy is set to be named this year, as the game’s director gives a promising update on development.
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December 8, 2025 at 1:46 PM
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Axel doesn't recommend steampunk RPG, Duskpunk, by Clockwork Bird and James Patton.

Read our full review here: gameobserver.com/duskpunk-rev...

#Duskpunk
December 7, 2025 at 10:53 PM
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Is strategy city builder, Super Fantasy Kingdom, by Super Fantasy Games and @hoodedhorse.bsky.social worth checking out in Early Access? Check out Nima's review below to find out!

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Super Fantasy Kingdom Review - A King On A Mission
Super Fantasy Kingdom, developed by Super Fantasy Games and published by Hooded Horse, is a city builder roguelite with autobattler elements.
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December 7, 2025 at 10:38 PM
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Axel doesn't recommend open-world multiplayer RPG, Where Winds Meet by Everstone Studio and NetEase Games.

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#WhereWindsMeet
December 7, 2025 at 7:50 PM
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Mateusz recommends narrative superhero comedy game, Dispatch, by @adhocstudio.com.

Read our full review here: gameobserver.com/dispatch-rev...

#Dispatch
December 7, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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Axel cautiously recommends city builder, Lessaria, by Rockbee Team and Polden Publishing.

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#Lessaria
December 7, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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The potential acquisition of Warner Bros. by Netflix also includes some big-name gaming series

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Netflix Acquisition Of Warner Bros. Includes Some Iconic Gaming Franchises
The $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. by Netflix is also set to give it some major gaming franchises, such as Mortal Kombat, the Batman: Arkham series and more.
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December 7, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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Got a hunger for monster-catching? Check out these 10 indie alternatives to Pokemon right now to become the best (there ever was)!
The 10 Best Indie Monster-Catching Games Like Pokémon
Whether you’re an old Pokemon fan looking for something different or still loving its newer entries, you’ll want to check out these indie titles that capture the magic of the franchise.
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December 6, 2025 at 11:56 PM
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Axel doesn't recommend city builder, Farthest Frontier, by Crate Entertainment.

Read our full review here: gameobserver.com/farthest-fro...

#FarthestFrontier
December 6, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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It's time for the first ever GameObserver Awards! Check out the 2025 nominees below

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The GameObserver Awards 2025 Nominees Announced
It’s time for the 2025 inaugural GameObserver Awards, and we’ve nominated the best in gaming from across the industry - check them out now!
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December 6, 2025 at 7:38 PM
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Welcome to GameObserver!

We're a group of games journalists that came together to create a new home for human-only video game journalism. No AI writing or images here, ever.

If that sounds good to you, give us a follow! For more on our mission, read the thread 🧵👇
December 5, 2025 at 11:19 PM