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The world of JRPGs is filled with hidden gems that often go unrecognized alongside iconic titles. These lesser-known masterpieces span from the SNES to modern consoles, yet still offer exceptional gameplay and storytelling.
Overlooked JRPG Masterpieces Worth Playing Today
They may not have the clout of Final Fantasy 7, but these JRPGs are still praiseworthy.
gamerant.com
December 24, 2025 at 5:34 AM
The world of JRPGs is filled with hidden gems that often go unrecognized alongside iconic titles. These lesser-known masterpieces span from the SNES to modern consoles, yet still offer exceptional gameplay and storytelling.
World of Warcraft has announced that The War Within Season 3 will conclude on January 20, prompting players to complete rare achievements, including Ahead of the Curve.
Here's What You Need To Do In World of Warcraft Before January 20
World of Warcraft: Midnight is just around the corner, as is the cut-off point for many of The War Within Season 3's rewards and achievements.
gamerant.com
December 24, 2025 at 4:48 AM
World of Warcraft has announced that The War Within Season 3 will conclude on January 20, prompting players to complete rare achievements, including Ahead of the Curve.
Rhea Seehorn has expressed confusion over the dramatic finale of Pluribus, where Carol makes a critical choice that could impact the next season.
Even Rhea Seehorn doesn't know what Carol's bombshell Pluribus finale moment means: "She's just so impulsive"
Exclusive: Rhea Seehorn attempts to break down Carol's explosive change of heart in the Pluribus finale
www.gamesradar.com
December 24, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Rhea Seehorn has expressed confusion over the dramatic finale of Pluribus, where Carol makes a critical choice that could impact the next season.
Age of Mythology: Retold players can activate a variety of cheat codes to enhance gameplay, especially after the recent launch of the Heavenly Spear expansion. This guide outlines how to enable cheats through the chat box and lists both new and returning codes, totaling 48.
Age of Mythology Retold: All Cheat Codes
These Age of Mythology: Retold cheats can be quite useful so check them out.
gamerant.com
December 24, 2025 at 3:22 AM
Age of Mythology: Retold players can activate a variety of cheat codes to enhance gameplay, especially after the recent launch of the Heavenly Spear expansion. This guide outlines how to enable cheats through the chat box and lists both new and returning codes, totaling 48.
Hideo Kojima expressed his emotional response to the Netflix animated film KPop Demon Hunters, revealing that it moved him to tears.
'It was so, so good': Hideo Kojima reveals the Netflix movie that made him cry, and he's not embarrassed about it | Attack of the Fanboy
It clearly touched him.
attackofthefanboy.com
December 24, 2025 at 2:44 AM
Hideo Kojima expressed his emotional response to the Netflix animated film KPop Demon Hunters, revealing that it moved him to tears.
A former Rockstar developer has revealed that the Grand Theft Auto franchise nearly took a significant turn by exploring a setting in Tokyo. While the series has been predominantly rooted in American locations, a Japan-based project was once under consideration, with a local developer involved.
Grand Theft Auto almost went to Tokyo, and I'm super upset it didn't happen
The Grand Theft Auto franchise remains in America, but according to an ex Rockstar dev, the series almost made its way to Tokyo.
gamerant.com
December 24, 2025 at 2:25 AM
A former Rockstar developer has revealed that the Grand Theft Auto franchise nearly took a significant turn by exploring a setting in Tokyo. While the series has been predominantly rooted in American locations, a Japan-based project was once under consideration, with a local developer involved.
A new update for Team Fortress 2 has been deployed, set to install automatically upon game restart. This patch addresses various cosmetic items and includes optimizations for maps like cpplgavle, corrections on pdnutcracker, and a build exploit fix for 2kothabbey.
Team Fortress 2 update fixes items and map issues
Valve released a new update for Team Fortress 2 on December 23, 2025. It will install automatically the next time players restart the game. The patch
consolepcgaming.com
December 24, 2025 at 2:09 AM
A new update for Team Fortress 2 has been deployed, set to install automatically upon game restart. This patch addresses various cosmetic items and includes optimizations for maps like cpplgavle, corrections on pdnutcracker, and a build exploit fix for 2kothabbey.
Dead by Daylight has introduced a new Killer, The Ghoul, as part of a collaboration with Tokyo Ghoul. This guide focuses on The Ghoul's abilities, specifically their power "One-Eyed Terror," which includes Kagune Leap for swift map traversal and unique offensive strategies.
Dead By Daylight: The Ghoul Best Builds And Play Guide
Here's how to play The Ghoul in DBD.
www.thegamer.com
December 24, 2025 at 1:37 AM
Dead by Daylight has introduced a new Killer, The Ghoul, as part of a collaboration with Tokyo Ghoul. This guide focuses on The Ghoul's abilities, specifically their power "One-Eyed Terror," which includes Kagune Leap for swift map traversal and unique offensive strategies.
Numerous games provide players the opportunity to experience lives beyond their own, offering more than just linear progression.
What If You Could Live Another Life? These Games Let You Try
Take your gaming to the next level with these 10 titles where your wildest dreams come to life.
gamerant.com
December 24, 2025 at 12:54 AM
Numerous games provide players the opportunity to experience lives beyond their own, offering more than just linear progression.
Australians can look forward to significant discounts on PS5 games, consoles, and accessories this Boxing Day. With prices slashed throughout the year, this major sale event presents an ideal opportunity for those looking to enhance their gaming library ahead of the summer holidays.
Boxing Day PS5 deals in Australia for 2025: the best discounts on PS5 games, consoles and accessories
2025 is stumbling towards the finish line, but not without one more deals extravaganza.
www.gamesradar.com
December 24, 2025 at 12:32 AM
Australians can look forward to significant discounts on PS5 games, consoles, and accessories this Boxing Day. With prices slashed throughout the year, this major sale event presents an ideal opportunity for those looking to enhance their gaming library ahead of the summer holidays.
A new live-action Witcher film featuring Dolph Lundgren was quietly released on Netflix in October, yet it received minimal promotional support. Despite the platform's interest in viewership, the absence of a teaser or marketing efforts has led to a media blackout surrounding the project.
Wait, there was a new live-action Witcher movie? Starring Dolph Lundgren? On Netflix? In October?
Yep, there was a new live-action Witcher movie starring Dolph Lundgren on Netflix in October.
www.pcgamer.com
December 24, 2025 at 12:02 AM
A new live-action Witcher film featuring Dolph Lundgren was quietly released on Netflix in October, yet it received minimal promotional support. Despite the platform's interest in viewership, the absence of a teaser or marketing efforts has led to a media blackout surrounding the project.
IO Interactive has postponed the release of its upcoming game, 007 First Light, to May 27, 2026, pushing it back from the original March 26 date. The development team aims to enhance the game's quality. The title will feature Patrick Gibson as James Bond and Lenny Kravitz as the main antagonist.
IO Interactive Delays 007 First Light to May 2026
IO Interactive announced that 007 First Light is being delayed to May 27, 2026, giving the team more time to polish the game.
mp1st.com
December 23, 2025 at 11:49 PM
IO Interactive has postponed the release of its upcoming game, 007 First Light, to May 27, 2026, pushing it back from the original March 26 date. The development team aims to enhance the game's quality. The title will feature Patrick Gibson as James Bond and Lenny Kravitz as the main antagonist.
Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is currently available for free on the Epic Games Store until tomorrow morning. This acclaimed title, a spiritual successor to Castlevania, is part of Epic's ongoing holiday giveaway. Users need to log into their accounts to claim the game.
Beloved Metroidvania Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is free until tomorrow
It's usually $40
www.gamesradar.com
December 23, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is currently available for free on the Epic Games Store until tomorrow morning. This acclaimed title, a spiritual successor to Castlevania, is part of Epic's ongoing holiday giveaway. Users need to log into their accounts to claim the game.
During a recent press briefing, President Trump made a notable historical gaffe by stating that the United States has existed for 300 years while discussing his interest in acquiring Greenland. He also appointed Louisiana's Governor Jeff Landry as a special envoy for negotiations.
Trump makes bizarre claim about US history while discussing Greenland takeover, apparently 1776 slipped his mind | Attack of the Fanboy
Off by about 50 years there, chief.
attackofthefanboy.com
December 23, 2025 at 10:52 PM
During a recent press briefing, President Trump made a notable historical gaffe by stating that the United States has existed for 300 years while discussing his interest in acquiring Greenland. He also appointed Louisiana's Governor Jeff Landry as a special envoy for negotiations.
Hollow Knight: Silksong, the much-anticipated sequel that launched in September 2025, is now available at its lowest price ever through a limited-time discount on Humble, offering 20% off.
Hollow Knight Silksong drops to lowest price yet ahead of free DLC
If you've not grabbed Hollow Knight Silksong yet, then you'll be pleased that Humble Bundle has its at its lowest price yet.
www.pcgamesn.com
December 23, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Hollow Knight: Silksong, the much-anticipated sequel that launched in September 2025, is now available at its lowest price ever through a limited-time discount on Humble, offering 20% off.
Sandisk introduces the WDBLACK™ C50 Storage Expansion Card, designed to enhance Xbox gaming with additional storage options of 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB.
Expand Your Gaming Horizons With Sandisk's Storage Solutions
The WD_Black C50 storage expansion will help you fit all those holiday games onto your Xbox with no compromise on performance.
www.thegamer.com
December 23, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Sandisk introduces the WDBLACK™ C50 Storage Expansion Card, designed to enhance Xbox gaming with additional storage options of 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB.
An 18-year-old football player, Xavier Mayfield, has been arrested for allegedly shooting a teammate in the neck shortly after their championship win. The incident occurred in Dallas while Mayfield reportedly held an AR-style rifle.
Texas high school football player facing charges after allegedly shooting teammate, but his explanation to police raises questions | Attack of the Fanboy
Championship win to jail cell in hours
attackofthefanboy.com
December 23, 2025 at 9:39 PM
An 18-year-old football player, Xavier Mayfield, has been arrested for allegedly shooting a teammate in the neck shortly after their championship win. The incident occurred in Dallas while Mayfield reportedly held an AR-style rifle.
Dota 2's Patch 7.40, released on December 15, 2025, introduced a new hero along with significant balance adjustments. Early analysis reveals that Broodmother, Tidehunter, and Drow Ranger have benefitted from earlier power spikes, while Pangolier, Lone Druid, and Clinkz are struggling due to nerfs.
Who gained and who fell after Dota 2 Patch 7.40
Valve shipped Patch 7.40 the night of December 15, 2025. The update added a new hero and a pile of balance changes that keep Dota 2 in its current fast,
consolepcgaming.com
December 23, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Dota 2's Patch 7.40, released on December 15, 2025, introduced a new hero along with significant balance adjustments. Early analysis reveals that Broodmother, Tidehunter, and Drow Ranger have benefitted from earlier power spikes, while Pangolier, Lone Druid, and Clinkz are struggling due to nerfs.
A prominent commentator in the fighting game community, Sajam, has announced he will not participate in future EVO events following its acquisition by the Saudi government.
'It's a pretty big deal for me as a human': One of the FGC's most popular commentators is stepping away from future EVO events following its Saudi buyout
Sajam called the choice "bad for me financially."
www.pcgamer.com
December 23, 2025 at 8:38 PM
A prominent commentator in the fighting game community, Sajam, has announced he will not participate in future EVO events following its acquisition by the Saudi government.
2025 has seen a remarkable lineup of indie games, showcasing the creativity of independent developers. Titles like Ball x Pit blend genres through innovative mechanics, while Blue Prince offers deep exploration in a dynamic environment. Absolum stands out with its unique art and engaging combat.
Best Indie Games Of 2025
Another great year for indies.
www.thegamer.com
December 23, 2025 at 8:05 PM
2025 has seen a remarkable lineup of indie games, showcasing the creativity of independent developers. Titles like Ball x Pit blend genres through innovative mechanics, while Blue Prince offers deep exploration in a dynamic environment. Absolum stands out with its unique art and engaging combat.
Gaijin Entertainment announces that the Enlisted Battle Pass: First Season of 2026 will launch on December 24, 2025, on Steam.
Enlisted Battle Pass First Season of 2026 starts December 24
Gaijin Entertainment's next Enlisted Battle Pass, officially called Battle Pass: First Season of 2026, goes live on December 24, 2025 on Steam. The season
consolepcgaming.com
December 23, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Gaijin Entertainment announces that the Enlisted Battle Pass: First Season of 2026 will launch on December 24, 2025, on Steam.
IO Interactive has announced a two-month delay for the upcoming game 007: First Light, now set to launch on May 27, 2026. The game, a prequel about James Bond's early training and missions, aims for additional polish before release.
The Name Is Bond, Late Bond: IO Delays Its 007 Game
IO Interactive has announced that it has delayed 007: First Light to May 2026, citing that the game needs two more months of polish before it's ready.
www.dualshockers.com
December 23, 2025 at 7:12 PM
IO Interactive has announced a two-month delay for the upcoming game 007: First Light, now set to launch on May 27, 2026. The game, a prequel about James Bond's early training and missions, aims for additional polish before release.
Gaijin Entertainment has rolled out Update 2.53.0.26 for War Thunder, addressing issues with avionics damage, wing tearing, and various mission bugs. The patch, released on December 23, 2025, also revises interception scoring for munitions. Players can find the update notes detailing these changes.
War Thunder update 2.53.0.26 fixes avionics damage, wing and mission bugs
Gaijin Entertainment released Update 2.53.0.26 on Steam on December 23, 2025. The patch adjusts how avionic systems are affected by damage on high-rank
consolepcgaming.com
December 23, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Gaijin Entertainment has rolled out Update 2.53.0.26 for War Thunder, addressing issues with avionics damage, wing tearing, and various mission bugs. The patch, released on December 23, 2025, also revises interception scoring for munitions. Players can find the update notes detailing these changes.
In Jujutsu Zero, players can obtain weapons by interacting with the Forager NPC located at the mountain's summit. Additionally, weapons can be found with a very low drop rate from Special Grade chests scattered throughout the game world.
How to Get Weapons in Jujutsu Zero - Locations & Crafting
Here's how to get weapons in Jujutsu Zero both via crafting and other obtainment methods with full weapon stats and showcase.
www.destructoid.com
December 23, 2025 at 6:19 PM
In Jujutsu Zero, players can obtain weapons by interacting with the Forager NPC located at the mountain's summit. Additionally, weapons can be found with a very low drop rate from Special Grade chests scattered throughout the game world.
In December 2025, players can utilize redeem codes for Roblox's Fireball Training, allowing them to acquire free rewards such as Power and Power Boosts. These codes enhance gameplay by providing access to training zones and improving player rank.
Fireball Training Codes (December 2025)
Use these Roblox Fireball Training codes to get your hands on plenty of free rewards, including Power, Power Boosts and much more.
insider-gaming.com
December 23, 2025 at 5:51 PM
In December 2025, players can utilize redeem codes for Roblox's Fireball Training, allowing them to acquire free rewards such as Power and Power Boosts. These codes enhance gameplay by providing access to training zones and improving player rank.