Top 10 Video Games to Play in 2025

1. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

This turn-based RPG combines Belle Époque-inspired surreal gameplay with real-time combat systems in its unique gameplay design. Players must stop a deadly curse in this innovative RPG which introduces fresh gameplay mechanics to the genre. (metacritic.com)

2. Doom: The Dark Ages

The prequel of modern Doom introduces a medieval setting with heavy melee combat while featuring the Shield Saw as one of its new weapons. The game presents players with strategic combat encounters as part of its grounded gameplay experience.

3. Elden Ring: Nightreign

The cooperative multiplayer version of Elden Ring offers players both cooperative gameplay features and the challenging combat and large open world exploration that the series is famous for. (Esquire)

4. Split Fiction

FThe co-op creators of It Takes Two create this new game which puts two writers in their fictional stories while combining elements of science fiction and fantasy. Players can experience an innovative storyline with various gameplay techniques through this game. (metacritic.com)

5. Monster Hunter Wilds

This version of the Monster Hunter series combines seamless open-world exploration with dynamic weather systems and cross-platform multiplayer functionality. Players now have the ability to create temporary camps and mark enemy weak points to conduct strategic hunts

6. Borderlands 4

Borderlands 4 introduces a seamless world that lacks loading screens and new vehicles as well as traversal tools including a grappling hook. Players lead a resistance against the new antagonist Timekeeper on the planet Kairos.

7. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II

The open-world medieval RPG expansion brings more territory to explore along with advanced combat features and an enhanced storyline. Henry continues his story through 15th-century Bohemia as he deals with complicated social and political situations. (thetimes.co.uk)

8. Blue Prince

The genre-bending strategy puzzle adventure takes place within the constantly shifting corridors of Mt. Holly. The game requires players to explore dynamic rooms while searching for the enigmatic Room 46. (metacritic.com)

9. Hollow Knight: Silksong

The sequel to Hollow Knight brings Hornet into a new Metroidvania world for exploration. The game provides new gameplay features and expands its world to deliver a difficult yet deep gaming experience.

10. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds

Players can experience wild and enjoyable racing action with this upcoming kart racing game that combines transforming vehicles with Extreme Gear. The game features development from Sonic Team alongside Initial D Arcade Stage creators to deliver an intense arcade racing experience.

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