December Game Drops: What’s Worth Your Time + What’s Worth Calling Out

December 2025 wrapped the year with a lighter release slate than prior months, but don’t get it twisted—this month still delivered goods. Between long‑awaited sequels, surprise indies, and some standout Switch 2 titles, December proved that the industry wasn’t done dropping fun before the holiday break.

If you’re trying to figure out what deserves your time (and what deserves a hard pass), get your scroll on!

 Big AAA Drops 

Assassin’s Creed Shadows (December 2, Switch 2)

Ubisoft brings its feudal Japan vision to the Switch 2 with surprisingly strong performance. Stealth, parkour, and open‑world exploration feel tight and polished.

• Worth Your Time? Absolutely—especially for handheld AC fans.

• Callout: Combat animations can feel stiff compared to the console versions.

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 (December 3 & 8, PS5)

A staggered rollout across platforms brought the definitive sim experience to more players. The December update includes new aircraft, weather systems, and visual upgrades.

• Worth Your Time? Yes—if you’re into realism and exploration.

• Callout: Storage requirements remain massive.

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond (December 4)

Samus returns again—this time with expanded environments, new traversal tools, and a darker narrative tone. A major highlight of the month.

• Worth Your Time? 100%. A must‑play for Switch 2 owners.

• Callout: Some players wanted more innovation beyond the refined formula.

 Action, Adventure & Platformers 

Routine (December 4, PC)

A moody sci‑fi horror adventure with atmospheric exploration and minimal combat. Perfect for players who love tension over jump scares.

• Worth Your Time? Yes—if you enjoy slow‑burn sci‑fi.

• Callout: Pacing may feel too slow for action‑focused players.

Marvel Cosmic Invasion (December 1)

A multi‑platform action title that blends squad‑based combat with cosmic-scale storytelling. It’s flashy, fast, and packed with fan‑service moments.

• Worth Your Time? Yes—especially if you love Marvel’s cosmic side.

• Callout: Some missions feel repetitive, and performance varies by platform.

Skate Story (December 8, PC)

A surreal skateboarding adventure where you’re literally made of glass. Stylish visuals, hypnotic music, and fluid movement make this one a standout.

• Worth Your Time? Yes—especially for indie lovers.

• Callout: Difficulty spikes can frustrate newcomers

Terminator 2D: No Fate (December 12)

A retro‑inspired action platformer that reimagines the Terminator universe with fast combat and stylized pixel art.

• Worth Your Time? Yes—if you enjoy arcade‑style action.

• Callout: Short campaign length.

 Rhythm, Narrative & Indie Darlings 

Rhythm Doctor (December 6, PC)

The cult rhythm game finally hit more platforms, bringing its one‑button timing gameplay and emotional storytelling to a wider audience.

• Worth Your Time? Absolutely—one of the most creative rhythm games out there.

• Callout: Some tracks still have timing desync issues.

Unbeatable (December 9, PC)

A rhythm‑adventure hybrid with anime‑inspired visuals and a killer soundtrack. Stylish, bold, and full of personality.

• Worth Your Time? Yes—especially for music‑driven gamers.

• Callout: Episodic structure may not appeal to everyone.

 RPGs, JRPGs & World‑Builders 

Octopath Traveler 0 (December 4, Switch, PS5, XSX)

A prequel that expands the HD‑2D universe with new protagonists, revamped combat, and a more interconnected narrative.

• Worth Your Time? Yes—JRPG fans will eat this up.

• Callout: Slow early-game pacing.

What’s Worth Your Time (If You Crave Variety)

These picks cover multiple genres and moods:

• Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – for sci‑fi exploration and polished action

• Skate Story – for surreal indie artistry

• Marvel Cosmic Invasion – for co-op arcade fun

• Octopath Traveler 0 – for deep JRPG storytelling

Whether you want to explore, fight, vibe, or strategize—December delivered something for every lane.

December 2025 may not have been the heaviest month of the year, but there were some gems. The final month of gaming in 2025 closed things out decent enough. With 2026 already teasing massive releases, now’s the perfect time to catch up before the next wave.

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007: First Light — A Tactical Preview Worth the Watch

IO Interactive’s 34-minute gameplay reveal of 007: First Light offers a focused look at what players can expect from this upcoming stealth-action title and it's bad ass. Known for their work on the Hitman series, IO is applying their expertise to the Bond universe with precision and flair. If I had to imagine IO Interactive making their own spy-based action adventure game... it would look just 007: First Light:

As you see, the gameplay reveal highlights a blend of stealth, tactical movement, and cinematic execution. Players navigate multi-path environments, disable security systems with gadgets, and engage in hand-to-hand combat when necessary. The pacing is deliberate, encouraging thoughtful play that reminds me of Hitman with 10 times the action. It almost feels like Hitman meets Just Cause, and I can't wait... to play! I'm keeping my expectations realistic while also wondering how IO Interactive will treat the life cycle of this game.

Lighting, sound, and environmental design play a role in how missions unfold. The game rewards patience and planning, with reactive AI and layered objectives that evolve as players progress. We've seen situations shift in Hitman... so we'll see how this all translates when it comes to the action.

 Presentation and Immersion 

Camera work is tight and purposeful, keeping the player grounded in the moment. Voice acting and mission scripting reflect the tone of a young Bond—(someone) controlled, clever, and relentless from what I see. You still get the tension of Hitman in this game as well, and I'm trying not to put this in those shoes at all... but they aren't bad shoes to model Bond's spy-friendly shoes after.

 Why We’re Excited 

• Tactical depth without overwhelming complexity (sometimes this got to me in Hitman)

• Strong visual and audio direction (feels like it could be a 007 film)

• A fresh take on Bond that respects the legacy (they went back far enough to justify differences)

• IO’s proven track record with stealth mechanics (duh of the day)

007: First Light isn’t trying to be everything—but what it appears to have going is something that has turned my head and people already know IOI. This was the perfect project for them. Will that make it the perfect game? I have no idea, but we shall see! 007: First Light drops on March 27, 2026 on PC | PS5 | XSX | NS2!

If they stick the landing, this could be one of the most grounded and satisfying stealth titles of the year. On that note, wouldn't it be cool to see Avalanche Studios (the dev team behind Just Cause) make a move to develop a... Mission Impossible game?

 + Sophi 

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