š® Games Iām Looking Forward to in 2025š¾
Expect to see these games on stream this year! āØšŖ©
Format: [Game Title] (Platforms Available) {Platform Iāll be Getting it On} | <Release Date U.S.>
š® Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered (Switch, PS4/5, Xbox, PC) {PS5}
šļøRelease date: Feb 14
š¬I loooooved TR: The Last Revelation. It was the first game I had on the PS1 and specifically got a PS1 to play this game. I remember being so annoyed by Von Croy in the tutorial. Hopefully I can recapture my childhood annoyance with Von Croy in the remaster.
š® Mafia: The Old Country (PS4/5, Xbox, PC) {PC}
šļøRelease date: To Be Announced, expected mid-2025.
š¬The Mafia series has easily become one of my favorite gaming series of all time (Mafia 3 at least had a good soundtrack and tried to do something different). Very much looking forward to the next installment. My friends and I quote Joe Barbaro all the time.
š® Hello Kitty Island Adventure (Switch, PC, PS4/5) {Switch}
šļøRelease date: January 30
š¬Think Animal Crossing x Hello Kitty x Open World Exploration game? Iām always down to play something cozy and cute like this, snuggled up in bed or on the couch with my favorite blanket and something hot to drink āļøšš±
š® Sniper Elite: Resistance (PC, PS4/5, Xbox) {PC}
šļøRelease date: January 30
š¬ Iāve been in my āstealthy era š ā for the last few years with gaming. I challenge myself to get in and get out as quietly as possible. Which is quite a contrast to my āblast first ask questions laterā mode I was in as a kid. I love games that offer multiple ways to complete a mission and the Sniper Elite series certainly offers that. Some sniping, usually some history or cool locations mixed in. Absolutely šÆ
š® Mouse: P.I. For Hire (All Platforms) {PC}
šļøRelease date: To Be Announced
š¬Mickey Mouse/Steamboat Willie Boomer Shooter set to a jazzy soundtrack. Do I need to say more?
š® Assassinās Creed Shadows (PS5, PC, Xbox Series X/S) {PS5 Collectorās Edition)
šļøRelease Date: March 20
š¬I know Iām probably going to get bored at the very least with AC Shadows, but Iām committed to the series. Hereās to hoping this one is good š„ and all the controversy around this title is just publicity/ābad press is good pressā. I donāt mind even the worst AC games, thatās how much of a chokehold they have on me. š
š® Tales of the Shire (PS5, PC, Xbox Series X/S, Switch) {Switch}
šļøRelease date: March 25
š¬Another cozy life sim. This one can interestingly be played via the Netflix games app as well. Does anyone actually use that? This Lord of the Rings game puts you in the place of a hobbit who has taken up residence in the village of Bywater. Craft, farm, fish, customize your home, yap with neighbors. Hate to say it but: Animal Crossing meets LOTR. I donāt have a problem with that. š” š§š»āāļø
š®Vampire: The Masquerade ā Bloodlines 2 (PS5, PC, Xbox Series X/S) {PC}
šļøRelease date: TBA
š¬I really dug Vampire: The Masquerade ā Bloodlines, released all the way back in 2004. Iām very much looking forward to this long-awaited sequel!
š® Subnautica 2 (Early Access) (PC, Xbox (for now)) {PC}šļøRelease date: TBA 2025
š¬Now, normally I avoid early access like the plague unless something really seems unique or the developer has a good track record, Subnautica was such a cool experience that if/when the early access drops for Subnautica 2, Iāll very much consider adding it to my Steam library. Until then, I recommend Subnautica for all of your alien ocean exploration needs. #gaming #gamergirls #xbox #pcgaming
As gamers eagerly anticipate the releases set for 2025, several titles have generated significant buzz within the gaming community. One major highlight is the 'Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered,' launching on February 14, 2025, which brings back the beloved adventures of Lara Croft in stunning remastered graphics. Players will relish the nostalgia of the classic puzzles and exploration that defined the series. Additionally, 'Mafia: The Old Country' is expected to arrive in mid-2025 and will continue the gripping narrative the franchise is known for. Meanwhile, for cozy gaming fans, 'Hello Kitty Island Adventure' on January 30 promises an adorable blend of exploration and casual gameplay reminiscent of 'Animal Crossing.' On the playable stealth front, 'Sniper Elite: Resistance' is also scheduled for January 30, exciting fans with its immersive strategies and historical settings. For those craving whimsical gameplay, 'Mouse: P.I. For Hire,' a quirky jazzy adventure, and 'Assassin's Creed Shadows' on March 20 will provide thrilling experiences full of lore and intrigue. Several games are anticipated with wide-ranging expectations, such as 'Tales of the Shire,' described as 'Animal Crossing meets LOTR,' offering a unique life simulation experience for players. The long-awaited sequel 'Vampire: The Masquerade ā Bloodlines 2' and 'Subnautica 2' will also attract dedicated fans eager for continuation in beloved universes. With such diversity in genres and gameplay mechanics, 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting year for gamers!
