🎮 Top 4 Video Games in 2025 (January–July)
1. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
This visually stunning turn-based RPG has garnered exceptional review scores (around 93/100). Set in a surreal world on the verge of cosmic collapse, the game combines exquisite art direction with deep, character-driven storytelling and strategic combat systems. Critics hail it as a true standout of the year.
2. Split Fiction (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, soon Nintendo Switch 2)
Hazelight Studios’ inventive co‑op adventure throws players into shifting fantasy and sci-fi narratives as complementary characters, Miō and Zoë. Known for its inventive level design, heartfelt moments, and seamless friend‑pass play‑along features, the game is already considered a must‑play multiplayer gem.
3. Monster Hunter Wilds (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
Capcom’s most ambitious Monster Hunter yet, this title features an open world without loading screens, emergent monster behavior, streamlined mechanics for newcomers, and deep endgame systems for veterans. It’s become the fastest-selling entry in franchise history.
4. DOOM: The Dark Ages (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
A bold reimagining of the DOOM saga, this medieval-themed FPS introduces new weapons like the Shield Saw, armored combat, a slower yet strategic pacing, and even vehicle‑based boss fights. Critics give it near‑perfect scores, praising immersive visuals and intense action.
🧾 Why These Games Stand Out
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Artistic excellence and narrative depth (Clair Obscur)
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Innovative co-op gameplay and emotional design (Split Fiction)
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Massive scale, accessibility and franchise evolution (Monster Hunter Wilds)
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Creative reimagining of a classic franchise with robust new systems (DOOM: The Dark Ages)
🧭 Honorable Mentions
While the focus here is on four standout titles, other notable games of early‑2025 include:
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Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
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Assassin’s Creed: Shadows
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Blue Prince (roguelike puzzle indie hit)