Hollow Knight: Silksong has officially secured the title of Game of the Year for 2025. After years of anticipation that became a meme within the community, Team Cherry's masterpiece not only released but captured the hearts of the PC gaming audience to take top honors. The victory was confirmed when the The 2025 Steam Awards winners were unveiled, marking a definitive end to the "when is Silksong?" era and the beginning of its reign as a genre-defining classic. The sequel to the 2017 indie hit Hollow Knight expands on everything that made the original special, trading the Knight's stoic nail for Hornet's lethal needle and thread. The game's intricate world of Pharloom offers a more vertical, acrobatic gameplay loop that resonated deeply with players, propelling it past hefty AAA competition to claim the ultimate prize on the Steam platform.
Steam users cast their votes throughout the Steam Winter Sale to determine the winners across multiple categories. The voting process, which allows the immense Steam community to voice its collective preference, highlighted just how significantly Silksong has permeated the gaming consciousness. While other titles contended for categories like "Better With Friends" or "Outstanding Visual Style", the consensus for the top spot was clear. In my extensive gaming experience, rarely has a title managed to sustain such feverish hype for over half a decade and then actually exceed those stratospheric expectations upon arrival; Silksong's victory is a testament to the developers' refusal to compromise on quality. For those who haven't yet experienced Hornet's journey, the Hollow Knight: Silksong - Release Trailer offers a glimpse into the fluid combat and hauntingly beautiful aesthetics that secured its status as the year's best game.
Rebel Wolves has broadcast a "Launch Year Special" update stream to kick off 2026, breaking their silence on the upcoming dark fantasy RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker. During the broadcast, the developers addressed the community directly, acknowledging the mountain of feedback they have received from eager fans regarding gameplay mechanics and narrative choices. While they confirmed that they cannot implement every suggestion, they asked for fans to place trust in their creative judgment as they refine the experience. The stream also treated viewers to a sneak peek of the game's atmospheric score—a haunting composition inspired by 14th-century Carpathian musical traditions—intended to immerse players in the duality of the protagonist, Coen. You can watch the full The Blood of Dawnwalker — Launch Year Special to hear the new tracks and see the developers' vision for this "narrative sandbox".
A specific release date for The Blood of Dawnwalker remains elusive, but the studio has officially confirmed that the game will launch within 2026. This "Launch Year" announcement narrows the window significantly, giving RPG fans a concrete timeframe to look forward to. The game promises a complex world where players control a "Dawnwalker"—a being straddling the line between human and vampire—navigating a Europe ravaged by the Black Death and supernatural entities. The developers emphasized that while they are entering the final stretches of production, they are prioritizing a polished release over hitting an arbitrary early deadline. Until the final date is locked in, enthusiasts of dark, choice-driven narratives should keep a close watch on future "Community Bulletin" updates from Rebel Wolves.
Genshin Impact Version 6.3 is scheduled to launch on January 14, 2026, bringing with it the massive "Luna IV" content update. HoYoverse has detailed an expansion that promises to shake up the elemental meta and expand the lore of Teyvat significantly. The update will debut the mysterious "Nod-Krai" map expansion and the return of the beloved Lantern Rite Festival, ensuring players have a wealth of content to explore during the winter season. With the release date just around the corner, players can prepare to download the update pre-load starting a few days prior. For a visual tour of the new zones and story teasers, check out the Version "Luna IV" "A Traveler on a Winter's Night" Trailer which hints at the dark secrets awaiting the Traveler.
The update introduces three new characters to the roster, headlined by the long-awaited Columbina. Known as "Damselette", the Third Fatui Harbinger arrives as a 5-star Hydro Catalyst user, finally bringing her terrifying yet elegant power to the player's team. She is joined by Zibai, a 5-star Geo Sword wielder connected to the adepti, and Illuga, a 4-star Geo Polearm support unit designed to enhance the new "Lunar Crystallize" reactions. Beyond the banners, the update features new skins for Neuvillette and Yaoyao, adding fresh aesthetic options for mains of those characters. For a complete breakdown of the patch notes and banner schedules, you can read the full details at Genshin Impact Officially Confirms Big Update or consult the Version 6.3 - Luna IV Release Date and Details guide.
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