A new year always brings excitement for gamers, and 2025 is no exception! With a lineup packed with fresh adventures, remastered classics, and innovative experiences, it’s packed with something for everyone to enjoy. As kicks off the year, it’s the perfect time to dive into new worlds, master thrilling challenges, and discover stories that will captivate and inspire. So grab your controller, power up your system, and get ready for an exciting start to the gaming year! Join us as we explore the list together:
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (PC)
It’s the next chapter of the popular Final Fantasy VII Remake story, and it follows Cloud Strife’s epic trip. In this part, players go beyond Midgar and explore huge open spaces full of new tasks, secrets, and beautiful scenery. The game has both fast-paced action fighting and strategy party management. The controls have been improved, and there are new skills to learn. The story goes into more detail about the secrets surrounding Sephiroth, the mysterious bad guy, and adds some surprising turns to the original plot. Players will also see characters they’ve seen before, like Tifa, Aerith, and Barret, as well as some surprising new friends and foes. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth looks amazing, lets you explore more, and has an emotional story. It should be a great experience for both old and new fans. The PC version has better speed and resolution choices, which makes it a must-play for RPG fans.
Wuthering Waves (PS5)
The open-world action RPG Wuthering Waves is now out on PS5, letting console players enjoy its beautiful environments and smooth gameplay. An unknown traveler named Rover is played by players in a world after the end of the world where technology and nature are intertwined. Combat in the game moves quickly and is based on combos. Players can chain strikes together and switch between characters without any problems. There are huge areas to discover, puzzles to solve, and secrets hidden in the world’s ruins that need to be explored. The atmospheric story, which is about life, memory, and being human, is paired with hauntingly beautiful music. The PS5 version has better graphics, faster start times, and tools for DualSense that make the experience better. It’s a great place for new players to start and a new task for fans who have played before.
Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap (PC, XSX/S)
Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap combines tower defense and action, making it a lot of fun to play for hours. Players must set up traps, bunkers, and other obstacles all over the battlefield to protect their base from waves of orcs that never stop coming. In this tower defense game, you also play as heroes and use their tools and skills to change the outcome of real-time battles. You can play the game by yourself or with friends, and the multiplayer mode lets you cause even more chaos. Each level needs quick thinking and imagination because it has different areas, enemy types, and traps that can be upgraded. The game is based on humor and over-the-top action, which makes every win feel good. Deathtrap looks like a fun mix of strategy and chaos, whether you’re new to the series or a seasoned fan.
Things Too Ugly (Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, PC)
Things Too Ugly is a psychological horror game set in 1986. Players take on the part of a Risk Assessment Data Processor at TEREBRO INC. Your task is to go through the company’s files and find hidden information in papers and recordings. The game combines solving puzzles, investigating, and exploring a story, where you decode messages and figure things out logically. The eerie mood gets stronger as you explore the company’s strange past, uncovering facts that could either help or hurt its reputation. Every part of the puzzle helps you understand the troubling truth about TEREBRO INC.
Hyper Light Breaker (PC Early Access)
Many interesting things happen in Hyper Light Breaker’s world, but it’s also very dangerous. You play as a Breaker and have to explore a huge, randomly created open world full of enemies, puzzles, and secret stories. There are both fast-paced battles and deep exploration in this game, and you can change the mix of close-quarters and long-range guns to fit your play style. You can play with friends and take on tough bosses together in cooperative gameplay. The story adds to Hyper Light Drifter’s world and gives us new information about its mysterious world. The changing weather and day-night cycles give the surroundings life and affect both the way they look and how you play. Breaker keeps the neon graphics and dramatic music of its predecessor, which makes for a more engaging experience. Early access means that the game will be updated often with new content and changes made based on what players say.
Spider-Man 2 (PC)
Spider-Man 2 is finally coming out on PC, giving its exciting action and touching story to a whole new group of gamers. You can play as either Peter Parker or Miles Morales as they go up against famous bad guys like Venom and Kraven the Hunter. Both heroes get new abilities in the game, such as Peter’s symbiote skills and Miles’s bio-electric weapons that have changed. Players can explore new parts of New York City, finish side tasks, and find secret items with an expanded open-world map. Switching between Peter and Miles is smooth, which lets you play games and tell stories together in new ways. The PC version has the best graphics yet because it allows higher frame rates, ultra-wide displays, and settings that can be changed to fit your needs. When you’re not swinging through the sky like Spider-Man 2, you’re fighting like crazy in this big superhero journey.
Synduality Echo of Ada (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
Synduality Echo of Ada is a unique mix of third-person shooting and mech-based action. It takes place in a future world that has been destroyed by poisonous rain and dangerous creatures. As a Drifter, players control customisable machines through dangerous wastelands to find out what happened to humanity and why it fell apart. Ada, an AI friend, is an important part of the story because of how her relationship with the player changes over time. The battles happen quickly and strategically, and you have to use your mech’s skills and tools to deal with different types of enemies. There are both single-player and cooperative online modes in the game, so players can work together to complete difficult tasks. The game has a post-apocalyptic feel thanks to its stunning graphics and eerie music. Echo of Ada is a great addition to the genre because it has action, strategy, and emotional story telling all in one.
Freedom Wars Remastered (PC, PS4, PS5, Switch)
The popular hit Freedom Wars is back in a remastered version that brings its dark world to newer devices. Players have to finish risky tasks to get out of their “sentences” in a future where resources are limited and people are locked up at birth. The game is mostly about fighting Abductors, huge enemies, together in fast-paced fights using a mix of close-quarters and far-away weapons. Players can change the look of their characters and guns and improve their Thorn, a tool that works like a grappling hook and helps you move around and fight. The remaster improves the images, makes the game more enjoyable, and adds new material to keep things interesting. The game is fun whether you play by yourself or with friends online because it has a mix of action, strategy, and teamwork. Freedom Wars is still a great action RPG set in the future that everyone should play.
Tales of Graces f Remastered (Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, PC)
The popular game Tales of Graces f gets a new look in this updated version, now available on modern platforms. Asbel Lhant, a young swordsman, goes on a trip through the land of Windor, where he makes friends, betrays them, and learns more about himself. The real-time fighting system is called the “Style Shift Linear Motion Battle System,” and it lets players chain moves together and switch between characters to make fights more interesting. The remaster makes the graphics better, adds new features that make life better, and includes extra material from the original f version, like the “Lineage and Legacies” ending. There are many levels, puzzles, and extra side quests that make exploring more fun. Tales of Graces is one of the best books in the Tales series because it has a touching story and characters that you will remember. Whether you’re a fan of the series or new to it, this remake will keep you entertained for hours.
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. (PC)
As of Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O., the famous fighting game series is back, and it’s better than ever. All the old fighters are in this version, along with some new characters and sets, so it’s a good mix of old and new. The fighting system is still very deep and skill-based, so accuracy and time are very important to win. Better images and animations bring the battles to life, making each one feel exciting and like a movie scene. Better matchmaking and challenging settings have been added to online multiplayer, so players can test their skills against foes from all over the world. R.E.V.O. has a lot of lessons and practice modes to help you learn how it works, no matter how much you know about the series. As a tribute to one of the best video game series, it’s now available for PC users.
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is an updated version of the popular Wii game. It has better graphics and additional levels from the Nintendo 3DS version. Help Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong get back their stolen bananas from the Tiki Tak Tribe. The game has 80 levels in nine colorful worlds. You’ll stomp on enemies, swing from trees, and break through barrels. You will ride rockets, mine carts, and Rambi the Rhino in fun platform games. Play alone or join a friend in local co-op to tackle the tasks on DK Island. This HD version is full of nostalgic charm and fun gameplay, making the original game exciting for a new generation.
Bright Memory: Infinite (Mobile)
When Bright Memory: Infinite comes out for mobile, you can play its fast-paced mix of first-person shooting and hack-and-slash action while you’re on the go. In this futuristic world, strange events connect Earth to old cultures. Players assume the part of Shelia, an elite agent whose job it is to solve the secret. The fighting in the game is dynamic, so players can easily switch between guns, swords, and special powers. As players chain attacks, block bullets, and kill enemies in style, every fight feels exciting. The controls and images are better on the mobile version, but the game still looks great and moves quickly, just like on consoles and PCs. Bright Memory: Infinite is like playing a computer game on your phone. It has a great story and a fun boss fights, and lots of upgrades to unlock. This mobile release is full of excitement, whether you’re a new fan or an old one.
The Stone of Madness (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC)
It’s a stealth-based strategy game set in a creepy hospital that used to be an abbey in the 18th century. Players take charge of a group of prisoners, each with their own mental illnesses, skills, and weaknesses, as they try to get away. Guards and other barriers make every move very important, so the game stresses managing resources and planning ahead. Players have to find their way around the hospital, pick up tools, and solve tasks while keeping an eye on their characters’ mental health. The unique “Madness System” adds another level of unpredictability since stress and trauma can have effects that make people weak or even give them useful skills. The beautifully gloomy art style and creepy atmosphere pull players into this dark and difficult world. The Stone of Madness is a deep and gratifying game for fans of strategy games and psychological horror games because it has multiple ends and can be played again and again.
Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power Battles (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, PC)
Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power Battles is back, but this time it’s been improved for newer systems. Famous Jedi like Obi-Wan Kenobi, Qui-Gon Jinn, and Mace Windu are available for players to choose from as they fight their way through action-packed levels based on The Phantom Menace. Friends can work together to fight droids, Sith, and other enemies in the game’s joint multiplayer mode. For a more modern experience, the game now has better controls, new images, and more challenge settings. The story picks up where Episode 1 left off, but there are more tasks and different paths to take. There is a mix of action and tactics in the game, with force abilities, platforming tasks, and lightsaber battles. Jedi Power Battles is a trip down memory lane for Star Wars fans, whether they’re remembering things from their childhood or experiencing them for the first time.
Dynasty Warriors: Origins (PS5, PC, XSX/S)
When Dynasty Warriors: Origins comes out, it goes back to the series’ basics by reimagining the great fights and political drama in ancient China. Players take on the roles of famous fighters from the time of the Three Kingdoms and fight in big battles while leading armies. The fighting has been changed so that precision and tactics are more important than pressing buttons all the time. The famous “one versus thousands” gameplay is still there. With the help of new story parts and character arcs, we can learn more about the main characters’ motivations and interactions. Beautifully drawn landscapes and weather effects that change over time make the experience even more realistic. In multiplayer co-op, two or more players can work together to complete tasks and take over enemy territory. With a mix of old and new features, Dynasty Warriors: Origins gives both longtime fans and newbies something new to try.
Star Wars: Hunters (PC)
Hunters is an online action game set in the world of Star Wars where players fight as a team in fast-paced battles. There is a list of different characters that each player can pick from. These characters have different skills and ways of playing, such as bounty hunters, Jedi, droids, and more. The game is mostly 4v4 arena-based battles, and the goals can be anything from taking over enemy zones to beating their teams. The maps are based on famous places from Star Wars, which makes them even more exciting for fans. For the team to win, players must mix their roles as offensive, defensive, and support. The game has bright graphics, easy-to-use controls, and regular changes that add new characters and maps. Hunters offers exciting fights in a galaxy far, far away, whether you’re a die-hard Star Wars fan or just want to have fun with other people.
Eternal Strands (PC, PS5, XSX/S)
In Eternal Strands, you play as Brynn, a young Weaver whose goal is to take back her people’s country. In this action-adventure game, you can use strong magic and weapons to fight amazing animals, including living beings and giant monsters. Combat is constantly changing, and things like fire and ice are important for planning your approach. Players can explore a detailed world, climb objects, and use magical skills to build new paths. Learn about the secrets of the Enclave and fight huge titans in exciting battles. It’s a tale of bravery, magic, and exploration created by a group of experienced coders.
DUN – Frontline Survival (PC)
IDUN – Frontline Survival is a quick strategy game where players protect against waves of enemies in a space setting. You can place and move turrets, remove resources, and improve your tech to hold the line against screen-filling hordes. Missions are always changing, and the landscape and enemy presence create new problems that need strategic adjustments. The game allows you to customize many aspects, including how it looks and how you handle it. It works with different play styles and can be played with a mouse and keyboard, gamepad, touch controls, or on a Steam Deck. It’s an exciting combination of planning, staying alive, and being creative.
Atomic Heart – Enchantment Under the Sea DLC (PC, PS, Xbox)
The Dimensions of Atomic Heart world grows with the Enchantment Under the Sea DLC, which takes players to a paradise underwater that has gone wrong. Players must find out the dark secrets of this once-thriving town while fighting mutant sea creatures and robots that don’t work right in a submerged research center. The DLC adds new enemies, weapons, and powers, with a focus on strategic battle in a small underwater world. As players try to find their way through the maze-like building, puzzles and dangerous environments add to the stress. The story adds to the main game’s major themes of utopia and human pride by showing new things about the world in the alternate past. This DLC makes Atomic Heart more exciting and deeper by adding beautiful underwater graphics and tough gameplay. You won’t want to miss this adventure, whether you like the main game or are new to the series.
Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana (PS5/PS4, Switch)
The classic action RPG Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana is now available on current devices with better graphics, voice acting, and overall quality of life. Adol Christin and his friend Dogi are following the story as they travel to the dangerous land of Felghana, where an old evil threatens the country. The fast-paced battles are one of the best parts of the game. They feature Adol’s signature swordplay and special skills that players can improve as they play. There are difficult bosses, complex dungeons, and secret treasures just ready to be found. Exploration and platforming are two important parts. The remaster adds new levels of challenge and new music, so both longtime fans and people who have never played the game before will have a new experience. Oath in Felghana is still the best game in the Ys series because of its interesting story, fun gameplay, and retro feel. This remake is a treat, whether you’ve seen the classic before or this is your first time seeing it.
Sniper Elite: Resistance (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC)
In Sniper Elite: Resistance, players take on the role of a skilled sniper working with the local resistance to stop enemy activities and free the city. The game takes place in a Nazi-occupied European city during World War II, keeping the series’ history of tactical stealth and long-range combat. The game has huge open worlds that let players reach their goals in a variety of ways, such as by sneaking up on enemies, fighting them directly, or setting up clever traps. The famous X-ray kill cam is back, and this time you can see every properly aimed shot in great detail. With the new tools, guns, and skills, players have more choices than ever before. For example, they can use disguises to sneak in and make their own explosives. Through tasks and conversations with resistance fighters, an interesting story develops that shows the bravery and sacrifices of the underground movement. Sniper Elite: Resistance has both co-op and multiplayer modes, so it can be played by one person or a group.
And that wraps up the new games coming this month. Which ones are you most excited about? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!
