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📅December 22, 2025 at 1:00 AM
IGN crowns Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 as 2025's Game of the Year, dominating multiple categories; Xbox sees fewer releases and new games incoming amid year-end gaming updates.
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IGN Names Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Game of the Year 2025

IGN's 2025 awards highlight Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 as Game of the Year, Best Xbox Game, Best PlayStation Game, Best PC Game, and Best Role-Playing Game.Source 1 Other winners include Hades 2 for Best Action Game and Best Roguelike, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater for Best Remake, and Hollow Knight: Silksong for Best Adventure Action.Source 1 The list celebrates top PC and console titles across genres.Source 1

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Hades 2 Wins Best Action Game and Best Roguelike at IGN Awards

Supergiant Games' Hades 2 secured Best Action Game and Best Roguelike in IGN's 2025 rankings.Source 1 It outperformed competitors in dynamic action and replayability categories.Source 1 The sequel builds on the original's success with refined roguelike mechanics.Source 1

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Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater Tops Best Remake Category

IGN awarded Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater as the Best Remake or Remaster of 2025.Source 1 The title revives the classic stealth-action with modern visuals and faithful gameplay.Source 1 It stands out for preserving Hideo Kojima's original vision.Source 1

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Donkey Kong Bananza Named Best Nintendo Game of 2025

Nintendo's Donkey Kong Bananza takes Best Nintendo Game in IGN's year-end list.Source 1 The platformer delivers nostalgic fun with innovative banana-themed mechanics.Source 1 It highlights Nintendo's strong 2025 Switch lineup.Source 1

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Arc Raiders Crowned Best Shooter by IGN

Arc Raiders wins Best Shooter in IGN's 2025 awards for its intense co-op gameplay.Source 1 The title impresses with tactical shooting and procedural worlds.Source 1 Developers noted its breakout success post-release.Source 1

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Hollow Knight: Silksong Wins Best Adventure Action Game

Team Cherry's long-awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong earns Best Adventure Action from IGN.Source 1 The Metroidvania sequel offers expanded exploration and combat depth.Source 1 Its 2025 launch met high fan expectations.Source 1

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Blue Prince Takes Best Puzzle Game Award

Blue Prince is IGN's pick for Best Puzzle Game of 2025, praised for clever mechanics.Source 1 The title challenges players with intricate logic and narrative puzzles.Source 1 It emerges as a standout indie gem.Source 1

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Anno 117: Pax Romana Best Strategy Game per IGN

Ubisoft's Anno 117: Pax Romana wins Best Strategy Game in IGN's 2025 list.Source 1 Set in ancient Rome, it excels in city-building and empire management.Source 1 Reviewers lauded its depth and historical accuracy.Source 1

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Xbox Sees 20% Drop in Game Releases for 2025

Xbox platforms released only 896 games in 2025, down 20% from 1,115 in the prior year.Source 6 The decline reflects shifting industry priorities toward quality over quantity.Source 6 Analysts monitor impacts on console ecosystem health.Source 6

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10 New Xbox Games Launch Week of December 22

Xbox gets 10 new titles next week, including 60 Minutes to Extinction: Escape Room, Pinball Jam, and Taxi Chaos.Source 5 These releases span genres for consoles and PC.Source 5 They provide fresh content amid holiday gaming surge.Source 5

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The Game Awards 2025 Set for December 11 in LA

The Game Awards 2025 is scheduled for December 11 at Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles.Source 2 Hosted by Geoff Keighley, it celebrates industry achievements with global streaming.Source 2 The 2024 event set records, building hype for next year.Source 2

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Fantasy Critic League 2025 Wraps with Close Third-Place Race

TAGN's Fantasy Critic League sees scores shift, with Octopath Traveler 0 boosting rankings to decide podium spots.Source 4 Projections favor Cyanbane for third, but final reviews pending.Source 4 2026 league signup begins with auto-draft options.Source 4