New Video Games: 8 December to 14 December 2025
Skate Story (8 December)
Platform(s): PlayStation 5, PC, Nintendo Switch 2
‘Ollie, kickflip, and grind your way through the ash and smoke of the Underworld as you take on a seemingly impossible video games quest. Skate fast to destroy demons and save other tortured souls on your journey from fragile beginner to a hardened skater.’
Unbeatable (9 December)
Platform(s): PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC
‘Unbeatable is an anime-juiced rhythm video games adventure where you (figuratively) destroy on stage while you (literally) destroy on stage. During rhythm gameplay, you only need two buttons: a button for up and a button for down. Simple to understand! The complicated part is doing it. Try not to get destroyed yourself.’
Death Howl (9 December)
Platform(s): PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC
‘Step into the myth-shrouded lands where the hunter Ro begins her journey to bring her son back from the dead. Immerse yourself in the depths of the Spirit World, fractured into 4 realms and scarred with 13 distinct regions. Confront over 30 enemy types and harness the potential of more than 160 cards, forging unique archetypes and a multitude of powerful combinations. A dark video games journey awaits you, spanning 25+ hours of gameplay, with numerous enthralling side quests and grim boss battles.’
Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen (11 December)
Platform(s): iOS (iPhone, iPad, Mac)
‘Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen features nine adventure filled levels brimming with snowy mountains, golden beaches, lush green forests, and even the Australian Outback. Each level leads players closer to King Goldie Horns’ shining kingdom. Along the way, players can uncover hidden treasures, solve playful puzzles, and embark on magical mini quests as they glide, fly, and skate through a world of fun video games challenges.’
Notably, the game’s developer, Halfbrick Studios, is based in Brisbane, Australia so they’re certainly working from a place of knowledge and care for the depiction of this world. With support from Bluey animation studio Ludo and rights holder BBC Studios, there’s every chance this will be the bright, light-hearted video games adaptation fans have long waited for.
Terminator 2D: No Fate (12 December)
Platform(s): PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC
‘Play as Sarah Connor and the T-800 through a variety of thrilling missions as they take on the T-1000 and try to put a stop to Skynet’s plans before the human race is annihilated. Lead the Resistance as John Connor in the future, fighting on the front lines as mankind’s only hope in the War Against the Machines. In this unique story blending iconic scenes from Terminator 2: Judgment Day with original scenarios and multiple endings, humanity’s fate is yours to decide.’
Everdream Village – Early Access (12 December)
Platform(s): PC
‘Set sail and explore a collection of enchanted islands, each with their own ecosystems, treasures, and resources to help you grow and expand your village. Whether you’re gathering rare flora, collecting new creatures or discovering secrets, there’s always a journey to enjoy too!’
‘Your village isn’t just the buildings you construct, it’s a thriving community that reacts to your choices. Befriend NPCs, manage their moods, and even possibly find romance. The village you build and maintain affects how everyone feels and behaves from a variety of factors. Add decorations, care for your animals, remove pests, and so much more to make this a happy place to be.’
