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Golden Joystick Ultimate Game of the Year Nominations Announced

By Mazen (Mithrie) Turkmani
Published: November 3, 2025 at 11:16 PM GMT

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đŸ“ē Super Mario Galaxy Movie Reveal Coming Soon

Eager anticipation surrounds the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie, which, according to VGC, is set to have its first trailer revealed alongside the cinematic release of Wicked for Good on November 21, 2025. This marks the next chapter in Nintendo and Illumination's wildly successful collaboration, following The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which became one of the highest-grossing animated films of all time. While details remain tightly under wraps, insiders suggest this sequel will shift focus from the Mushroom Kingdom to the cosmic realms made famous in the original Super Mario Galaxy game for the Wii, which first launched in 2007.


The official teaser from Illumination hints at a grand, interstellar adventure filled with breathtaking environments and returning favorites like Rosalina and the Lumas. If Illumination's signature animation style and Nintendo's storytelling magic combine as successfully as before, this could be another cinematic triumph. With the first film having cemented Mario's big-screen presence, Super Mario Galaxy looks poised to take fans on a journey beyond the stars — a celebration of one of gaming's most imaginative universes.

đŸ“ē Pillars of Eternity Receives a Turn-Based Mode Over a Decade Later

In a move that surprised even long-time fans, Obsidian Entertainment has rolled out a major update for Pillars of Eternity, introducing a fully-fledged turn-based mode. Originally released in 2015, the RPG quickly became a modern classic for its deep world-building and strategic real-time-with-pause combat. The new mode, showcased in the official beta trailer from IGN, reimagines the pacing of battles by allowing players to take their time, plan every move, and approach encounters with a more tactical mindset. It's a fresh twist on a title that helped revive the isometric RPG genre nearly a decade ago.


According to IGN's follow-up report, this addition might also serve as a test for Obsidian's future projects, possibly including the long-rumored Pillars of Eternity III. Beyond nostalgia, the update underscores the studio's commitment to refining player experience even years after release. It's rare to see a developer revisit a legacy title with such care, and the move reinforces Pillars of Eternity's place as a cornerstone of modern RPG design. For both returning adventurers and newcomers to Eora, this turn-based evolution offers the perfect reason to dive back in.

đŸ“ē Golden Joystick Awards 2025: Vote for the Ultimate Game of the Year

The spotlight now turns to the Golden Joystick Awards 2025, where the Ultimate Game of the Year nominees have just been revealed. This year's list is a powerhouse lineup that includes Donkey Kong Bonanza, Death Stranding 2, Ghost of Yotei, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Blue Prince, Split Fiction, Hades II, Hollow Knight: Silksong, Peak, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Silent Hill f. Fans can cast their votes between November 3 and November 7, with winners announced at the live awards ceremony on November 20, 2025. Each contender represents the best of modern gaming, blending storytelling, artistry, and innovation across genres.


Standouts like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, revealed in its PlayStation 5 launch trailer, bring visual artistry and emotion-driven gameplay to the forefront, while Kingdom Come: Deliverance II — seen in Warhorse Studios' official trailer — showcases historical authenticity and narrative depth. Meanwhile, Hades II continues Supergiant Games' signature roguelike excellence, and Silent Hill f brings psychological horror to chilling new heights. The competition this year feels closer than ever, as fans debate their top picks across social media, including passionate discussions on X. It's shaping up to be a defining moment for an industry that continues to blend artistic vision with interactive storytelling.

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