16 Best RPGs of 2025

We’ve chosen the most outstanding RPGs of 2025 – the games that truly captivated us – and now it’s time to reveal our top picks, including our overall winner. Here are the nominees for best RPG of the year:

What Deus Ex: Mankind Divided Did That Modern Games Don’t

Occasionally, a game comes along that tries to blend the most successful features from different genres, creating something truly new and memorable. While we’ve seen some excellent games attempt this recently, Deus Ex: Mankind Divided stands out as something truly unique.

Chainsaw Man Creator Shares Gift For Fans to Celebrate Reze Arc’s Major Milestone

If you’ve seen the first Chainsaw Man movie, you’ll remember the complicated relationship between Denji and Reze. It’s interesting to see that the coffee shop where Reze works – a key location in their story – is featured again in some new artwork by Fujimoto. Along with this special art, the creators shared a thank you message to fans following the success of the MAPPA-produced movie. Tatsuki Fujimoto, the original author, expressed his gratitude to everyone who went to see it and thanked us for continuing to support Chainsaw Man: The Reze Arc. You can check out the new artwork below.

7 HBO Shows With Multiple Seasons That Are Great From Beginning to End

It’s a real treat to find a TV series that stays consistently good from beginning to end. The shows on this list didn’t just have a strong start – they also grew more complex and meaningful over time, while still staying true to what made them great. These are the shows where the writers had a clear plan and delivered satisfying conclusions that felt well-deserved.

What Went Wrong With Mass Effect Andromeda?

The success of the original Mass Effect trilogy created a lot of pressure for Mass Effect: Andromeda. When it launched in 2017, it needed to both honor what fans loved about the previous games and also offer something new. Unfortunately, strong feelings about the original trilogy and high expectations led to the game falling short. Though not a complete failure, Andromeda disappointed many and may have harmed the future of the Mass Effect series, contributing to difficulties for developer BioWare.