Games

Everyone probably has their favorite Ghost game, and that’s okay! But Ghost of Yotei is a fantastic sequel. It improves on the first game while also offering a fresh perspective on samurai films.

As a huge Silent Hill fan, I was so excited to read that Konami is planning to release a new game in the series every year! Apparently, they kicked things off this year with the Silent Hill 2 remake, and they’ve already announced Silent Hill f for 2025. While they haven’t given us any details about 2026 yet, it definitely sounds like we’re going to get another new Silent Hill game before the year is out. It’s great to see Konami is committed to bringing more experiences to the franchise!

Many people are still using PS4 and PS4 Pro consoles, and Sony is making some changes for PlayStation Plus subscribers who own these older systems. Starting in 2026, PS4 games will be featured less often in the PlayStation Plus game lineup. While PS4 games won’t disappear completely, they’re no longer guaranteed to be included as free monthly games – the focus will now be on providing games for the PS5.

The LEGO Back to the Future Time Machine set (Speed Champions #77256) includes 5 numbered bags, stickers, extra pieces, and instructions. Because it doesn’t have many parts, it’s a relatively quick build – about 90 minutes – and features some interesting and clever design choices. You can even use the LEGO Builder app to build it with a friend!

During a livestream on December 28, 2025, Cygames announced that the popular JRPG Granblue Fantasy will be available on Steam starting March 10, 2026. The game has been popular in Japan for years, but hasn’t been officially released in Western markets until now. Originally launched for iOS, Android, and web browsers, Granblue Fantasy has only been playable in English thanks to fan-made patches since 2016. This Steam release marks the first official Western launch of the game.

In the 1990s, The X Files became a huge cultural phenomenon, changing science fiction television and how fans connected with shows. The series followed FBI agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully as they investigated strange and mysterious cases, always searching for the truth. Created by Chris Carter, it originally ran from 1993 to 2002 and was later revived with new seasons in 2016 and 2018. Now, all 11 seasons and 218 episodes of The X Files are available to stream for free on Pluto TV, starting January 1st. You can watch on a dedicated 24/7 channel within Pluto TV’s Sci-Fi category, or watch episodes on demand.

Nintendo has many popular franchises that are still successful, but they also have some lesser-known games that haven’t been updated in a while. With the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, there’s a chance to bring these forgotten franchises back to life. The new system, a larger player base, and increasing interest in older games could give three classic Nintendo series a fresh start on the latest console.

The end of Deadpool & Wolverine featured a confusing, though heartfelt, post-credits sequence. However, Avengers: Doomsday now offers an opportunity to properly say goodbye to the X-Men characters from the Fox films.

Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman – DC’s iconic Trinity – have long been the faces of heroism in the DC Universe. While they’re leading the charge now, the next major storyline should center around the Flash. Often considered the fourth pillar of DC, after the Trinity, the Flash has consistently proven himself during past crises and deserves the opportunity to take the lead and save the day in his own event.

A major issue with yearly sports game releases is that they quickly become outdated and are replaced by newer versions. This is compounded by expiring licenses that aren’t renewed, as a new game is usually already out by the time a license needs updating, making the older game irrelevant and unprofitable. As a result, sports games are often removed from digital stores surprisingly quickly. For example, NBA 2K24, released in 2023, will have its online features shut down on December 31st, just two years later, as the game servers will be taken offline.