Top 20 Video Games of 2025 Revealed
Discover the definitive list of the 20 best video games released in 2025, from blockbuster RPGs to innovative indie gems. Find your next favourite game now.
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Guardian's 2025 Culture Picks: Film, TV, Music Highlights
Discover The Guardian's definitive cultural highlights of 2025, featuring the year's most groundbreaking films, must-watch TV series, and essential music releases. Explore the full list now.
Consume Me Review: Award-Winning Indie Game Explores Teenage Life
Consume Me, the award-winning autobiographical indie game about a student's struggles, is one of the year's most unique titles. Read our review of this PC-exclusive gem.
Gamers Debate 2025's Runner-Up Game of the Year
GameCentral readers discuss the contenders for 2025's second-best video game, from Silksong to Hades 2, while grappling with industry issues like Steam's 19,000 releases and Metroid Prime 4's flaws.
19,000+ Steam games in 2025, half get no players
SteamDB data reveals a record 19,468 games launched on Steam in 2025, but over half have 10 or fewer reviews. Discover the stark reality for indie developers in an overcrowded market.
Look Outside review: A bizarre EarthBound horror mash-up
GameCentral reviews 'Look Outside', the 2025 indie survival horror JRPG that blends EarthBound with Lovecraftian terror. Discover why this £8.99 PC game is one of the year's most unique and disturbing experiences.
Video Game Industry In Crisis As Console Sales Plunge
GameCentral readers express deep concern over plummeting console sales, the struggles of Call Of Duty, and the future of major publishers. Is the gaming bubble bursting?
US Console Sales Hit 30-Year Low in November
US video game console sales plummet to a 30-year November low. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 tops charts but faces a steep decline, while Battlefield 6 leads 2025 sales. Full analysis inside.
Readers Crown Worst Game of 2025 & Discuss Zelda RPG
GameCentral's readers debate the worst video game of 2025, ponder a Zelda RPG spin-off, and share thoughts on controllers, live service flops, and FromSoftware's next move. Join the discussion.
Divinity: Original Sin 2's Secret Switch 2 Discount Revealed
Larian Studios releases an upgraded Divinity: Original Sin 2 for Switch 2. Discover a clever loophole to get it cheap and see how The Game Awards boosted player numbers.
Share your favourite film of 2025 with The Guardian
The Guardian is asking readers to name their best film of 2025. Share your favourite thriller, comedy or horror anonymously via our secure form. Tell us now!
Game Awards 2025 Top Trailers: Deadpool & Phantom Blade Zero Lead
The most-watched trailers from The Game Awards 2025 are in, with Marvel Rivals and a Chinese action RPG beating Tomb Raider and Star Wars. Discover the full list and the shock snubs.
Gamer: Modern Video Games Have Lost Balanced Difficulty
A frustrated UK gamer argues that developers have lost the skill of creating a smooth difficulty curve, citing Hollow Knight: Silksong, Dark Souls, and others. They call for a sensible middle ground and better difficulty options.
Top Fiction Books of 2025 Reviewed
Explore the must-read novels of 2025, from long-awaited returns by literary giants Thomas Pynchon and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie to groundbreaking debuts and powerful short story collections.
Entertainment Guide: Eternity, Jamiroquai, and More This Week
Plan your week with our curated guide to cinema, gigs, art, and streaming. Featuring Elizabeth Olsen's new film, Jamiroquai's arena tour, and Wes Anderson's London exhibition.
Horses horror game banned from Steam and Epic Games Store
Indie horror game Horses, from acclaimed developer Santa Ragione, has been removed from major storefronts. We explore the controversy and whether the ban is justified.
Best Sci-Fi Books of 2025: A Guide
Discover the top five science fiction novels of 2025, featuring climate crisis masterpieces, cyberpunk adventures, and mind-bending alien encounters. Explore these groundbreaking stories today.
Arc Raiders is Google's most searched game of 2025
Embark Studios' Arc Raiders has beaten heavyweights like GTA 6 and Battlefield 6 to become Google's most searched-for game of 2025. Discover the full top 10 list and analysis here.
What to Stream in December: Knives Out 3, Fallout S2, More
Your essential guide to December's streaming highlights, including Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, Fallout season 2, and classic film anniversaries. Plan your viewing now.
Cyber Monday 2025: Last Chance for UK Gaming Deals
Your last chance to grab the best Cyber Monday 2025 deals on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2 consoles and games before prices return to normal. Act before midnight!
Reader's Plea: A Resident Evil Comedy Game
A passionate gamer argues that Capcom should embrace the campy humour of its past and create a full-blown comedy Resident Evil or Dino Crisis game to innovate the industry.
Assassin's Creed Shadows: A 2025 Gaming Gem
A passionate gamer makes the case for Assassin's Creed Shadows as 2025's top single-player experience, praising its open world and compelling gameplay. Discover why this title is a must-play.
Game Awards 2025 Leaks: What's In & Out
Leaks reveal the rumoured line-up for The Game Awards 2025, including Control 2 and a Silent Hill 1 remake. Find out what's confirmed and what's ruled out for the December 11 event.
UK Christmas Culture Guide 2024: Top Events
Discover the best UK cultural events this Christmas season. From theatre shows and film releases to music concerts and art exhibitions, our guide has everything you need for a festive cultural feast.
Best Nintendo Switch Black Friday 2025 Game Deals
Discover the 10 best Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 game deals for Black Friday 2025 in the UK. Save on top titles like Zelda, Star Wars, and Persona 5. Don't miss out!
Neon Inferno Review: Beautiful but Flawed Shooter
Neon Inferno boasts some of 2025's best 2D artwork but is let down by awkward controls and punishing difficulty. Read our full review of this cyberpunk shooter.
Best PS5 Black Friday Game Deals 2025
Discover the 10 best PlayStation 5 games discounted for Black Friday 2025 in the UK, from award-winning RPGs to stunning action adventures. Grab these bargains now!
Horror Game Horses Banned From Steam, Heads to Epic
Italian horror game Horses faces Steam ban over explicit content concerns, launching December 2 on Epic Games Store. Developer fears financial collapse without Steam access.
Rue Valley Review: Time Loop Game Falls Short
Discover Rue Valley, a time travel adventure game where you have just 47 minutes to escape a Groundhog Day scenario. Read our full review of this Disco Elysium-inspired title.
Kids Choose Gaming Currency Over New Christmas Games
New research shows children prefer virtual currency and cosmetics over traditional games this Christmas. Discover the shifting trends in gaming gifts and what it means for parents.
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