This week's game Launches on PC, PS5, Xbox: December 2025 (Week 50)

Publishers are easing off the accelerator as the holiday period approaches, resulting in a lighter roster of game launches this week. While the market enters its traditional December cooldown, a handful of interesting titles are still arriving before studios fully pivot into end-of-year mode.

December 8 - 14 releases

Several releases land on December 9. RuneQuest: Warlords brings classic tabletop roots into digital form with a focus on tactical combat and mythic storytelling, while Death Howl introduces players to a supernatural action experience built around survival, exploration, and fast-paced encounters. Together, these two titles anchor what is otherwise a subdued early-week schedule.

Mid-week sees the rollout of Victoria 3: Iberian Twilight - Immersion Pack, a new DLC releasing December 11. The content deepens the strategic landscape of Paradox Interactive’s grand-strategy ecosystem by expanding narratives and decision-making across the Iberian Peninsula. For Victoria 3 players, the pack adds a layer of historical nuance focused on Spain and Portugal.

The week closes with two launches on December 12. Everdream Village introduces a cozy, community-building experience centered on crafting, exploration, and village life. Military Logistics Simulator, released the same day, targets a different audience entirely with a systems-heavy approach to supply chain management and modern-era operational planning. Though niche, both titles round out the week with genre diversity.

Slowing down for Christmas

The limited number of new releases reflects a familiar industry rhythm. December typically marks a breakpoint where publishers avoid competing with holiday travel, gift-buying, and the year's promotional noise. Major studios generally shift their marketing and release strategies earlier in the fall or defer big launches to January and February to ensure maximum visibility.

Despite the slowdown, attention is firmly fixed on The Game Awards 2025. Scheduled for December 11, the event is expected to deliver a concentrated burst of announcements, premieres, and platform updates. With fewer competing releases in the market this week, the ceremony's impact will likely be amplified, setting expectations for early 2026's pipeline of major titles. Many studios strategically time reveals for the show, turning it into one of the most influential moments of the winter season.

While this week's lineup may be modest, the broader gaming landscape is poised for a surge of news and momentum. For players, the relative quiet offers a chance to explore smaller titles while awaiting the next wave of announcements that will define the year ahead.