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The Big Video Game Releases of December

by Marcus Thompson

Key Takeaways

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  • Variety of Releases Across Platforms: December 2025 offers a diverse range of games for multiple platforms, including PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox Series X|S, Android, and iOS.
  • Notable Sequels and Remakes: Several anticipated sequels and remakes are set to release, such as Marvel Cosmic Invasion, Red Dead Redemption, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Yakuza 0 Directors Cut, and Yakuza Kiwami 1 & 2.
  • DLC and Expansions: Gamers can expect various DLCs and expansions, including Elden Ring Nightreign: The Forsaken Hollows and Mutant Football League 2 exiting Early Access/Game Preview.
  • Holiday-themed Releases: December also brings several holiday-themed games, such as Disney Miraness Fitness on Nintendo Switch and Layers of Fear: The Final Masterpiece Edition on Nintendo Switch 2.

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Here’s a look at the video game releases scheduled for December 2025: December 1 Marvel Cosmic Invasion (PC, Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One) December 2 Assassin’s Creed Shadows (Nintendo Switch 2) BROK The Brawl Bar (Switch, PS5, PS4, Xbox One) Helldivers 2: Python Commandos Premium Warbond (New Release Date) iRacing Arcade (PC) Red Dead Redemption and Undead Nightmare (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Android, iOS, plus existing platforms) Simogo Legacy Collection (PC, Nintendo Switch) Sleep Awake (Xbox One) December 3 Guild Wars Reforged (PC) Let It Die: Inferno (PC, PS5) December 4 Blood: Refreshed Supply (PC, Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One; Nintendo Switch 2 version arriving early in 2026) Cloudheim (PC Early Access) Elden Ring Nightreign: The Forsaken Hollows (DLC for PC, PS5, PS4) Metroid Prime 4: Beyond (Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2) Octopath Traveler 0 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Android, plus existing platforms) Routine (Xbox One) Skate Story Sonic Racing CrossWorlds (Nintendo Switch 2) Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow Toxic Crusaders (PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One)

Top Games and Releases of December 2025

Run for Money Hunters vs Runners Can You Win as Either (Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2) Releasing in December (Date TBD) LEGO Horizon Adventures (PlayStation Plus monthly game) Killing Floor 3 (PlayStation Plus monthly game) The Outlast Trials (PlayStation Plus monthly game) Sleep Awake (Horror Game by Blumhouse) December 8 Angeline Era (PC) Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 (PS5; PSVR2 version available as a free update in 2026) Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) Yakuza Kiwami 1 and 2 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) December 9 Death Howl (PC; console release dates expected in 2026) Farming Simulator Signature Edition (Nintendo Switch 2) Milanos Odd Job Collection (PC, Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One) Planet of Lana (Android and iOS) Thank Goodness You’re Here (Xbox Series X|S exclusive) Unbeatable (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) Romancing SaGa Minstrel Song Remastered International (Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4) December 10 Mutant Football League 2 (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S; exiting Early Access/Game Preview) NeverAwake FLASHBACK (PC) December 11 Disney Miraness Fitness (Nintendo Switch)

Dunjungle (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch; leaving Early Access on PC) Neon Clash Echoes of the Lost (Nintendo Switch) Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader (Nintendo Switch 2) December 12 Code Violet (PS5) Dino Land (PC, Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One) Terminator 2D: No Fate (PC, Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One) December 15 Utawarerumono: Zan (PC) December 16 Aaero 2 Black Razor Edition (PC, PS5) Artdink Game Log Tail of the Sun (PC, Nintendo Switch) The Rogue Prince of Persia (Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2) December 18 A-Train: All Aboard! Tourism (Nintendo Switch 2 Edition) Bounty Sisters (Nintendo Switch) Dadish 4 (Switch, PC, iOS, and Android) Heart of Crown Online (PC, Nintendo Switch) Olympia Soiree Catharsis (Nintendo Switch) The Last Ninja Collection (PC) Yuukyuu Gensoukyoku Ensemble Re:R e Revival (Nintendo Switch) December 19 Layers of Fear: The Final Masterpiece Edition (Nintendo Switch 2) December 25 Earnest Evans Collection (Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4) Releasing in 2026 Bootstrap Island (PS VR2)

With a packed lineup of new releases, platform expansions, and DLC, December 2025 promises to be an exciting month for gamers.

In Case You Missed It

In our gaming world brimming with excitement, let’s first take a peek at Jonathan Dubinski’s vision for a God of War remake in “God of War Remake? Here’s What Fan Dreams Might Look Like” God of War Remake? Here’s What Fan Dreams Might Look Like. Dive into Alifilmworx’s incredible recreation of the original, from Kratos’ model to iconic scenes, and you’ll appreciate Jonathan’s critical tone pushing Sony for action. Then, mark your calendars for Quantic Dream Studios’ upcoming MOBA, Spellcasters Chronicles! Ahmed Hassan shares closed beta dates in his post “Spellcasters Chronicles: Quantic Dream’s MOBA Reveals Closed Beta Dates” Spellcasters Chronicles: Quantic Dream’s MOBA Reveals Closed Beta Dates. Join the beta test from December 4th to the 8th and help shape this promising new gaming adventure. Lastly, let’s celebrate innovation in anime production as Bruno Pferd explores Bandai Namco’s plans for internal schools training young talent in his article “Bandai Namco Launches Anime Production Courses” Bandai Namco Launches Anime Production Courses.

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