Whether it’s a thrilling online soccer match or a beautifully updated classic game, these titles are incredibly captivating and hard to stop playing. Let’s take a look at the top sports game of the year, as well as the other nominees.
The key to a great ‘friendslop’ game – a chaotic, funny experience best enjoyed with friends – is surprisingly difficult gameplay. This often comes from clumsy controls or wacky physics, leading to unpredictable and hilarious moments. Games like Gang Beasts and Party Animals excel at this, and Crashout Crew looks like it will too. What makes Crashout Crew especially appealing is its focus on forklifts, which is sure to delight meme enthusiasts. Players will need to work together to complete tasks in this fast-paced, four-player game, and even earn forklift certifications! Considering the developer’s experience with popular ‘friendslop’ titles, this game is a must-add to the wishlists of anyone who loves playing with friends.
Dam Battlegrounds in ARC Raiders features a mix of open spaces and buildings, so it’s best to use weapons effective in both environments. Plus, the ARC enemies are relentless and demand an aggressive playstyle. To succeed when raiding, you’ll need a weapon that performs well in both player-versus-player (PVP) and player-versus-environment (PVE) combat. Here’s a ranking of the top weapons for scavenging in Dam Battlegrounds.
Information about the game Warlock is still limited. We do know it will be a single-player adventure in an open world, and that magic will be a core part of the gameplay. Plus, it’s connected to the popular Dungeons & Dragons franchise, which naturally leads to a lot of anticipation. Because it’s a D&D game, it’s different from creating a brand new fantasy world. Every character class, spell, and game system has a long history and comes with expectations from decades of existing Dungeons & Dragons lore.
Even if ARC Raiders is great, players still have a lot of ideas for improvements they’d like to see next year. Here are the 7 features we’re hoping get added to the game in 2026.
Collecting Golden Walnuts lets you access Qi’s Walnut Room, where you can monitor your Perfection progress and tackle challenging quests for unique rewards. You’ll need to find all 100 Golden Walnuts to unlock the Secret Woods. Keep reading to discover the location of every Golden Walnut in Stardew Valley!
While it might seem like Beast of Reincarnation could be similar to Pokémon, that’s definitely not the case. Visually, it’s much more reminiscent of Princess Mononoke. Instead of traditional turn-based battles, it features fast-paced, action-oriented combat inspired by Sekiro, with a focus on slashing, dodging, and blocking. The game is also significantly darker in tone and features a somber art style compared to anything Game Freak has created previously. Although still shrouded in mystery, the reveal trailer and initial story details offer a lot to consider.
During the 2010s, game developers started competing to create memorable twists and endings to set their games apart. While many of these twists are well-remembered, not all of them were successful – some were surprisingly dark or unsatisfying for players. Let’s take a look at some of the biggest surprises and whether or not they actually worked.
Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo has been a fantastic experience for fans. The series really showcases Gege Akutami’s talent for creating a rich world and compelling characters. Even though it’s a short manga, the quality of Akutami’s work remains exceptionally high.
Despite being released late in the year, Ghost of Yotei has quickly become a favorite among PlayStation players. Developed by Sucker Punch Productions, it’s one of just a handful of games exclusive to the PS5, and it’s gained attention for its beautiful graphics and engaging gameplay. Although there was some pre-release discussion surrounding the game, Ghost of Yotei has received generally positive reviews, currently holding an 87 score on OpenCritic. Reviewers consistently praise its stunning visuals and exciting combat, and recently, even another developer has spoken highly of the title.