Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 dominated 2024 as the best-selling game, continuing its reign into December, while EA Sports College Football 25 set a record as the top-selling sports game ever in the U.S. Despite these successes, overall spending declined due to a 29% drop in hardware sales, with Sony's PS5 'Pro' leading console sales and anticipation growing for Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2.

The Royal Shakespeare Company is developing 'Lili', its first video game, releasing in late 2025, starring Zar Amir Ebrahimi as Lady Macbeth. Partnered with iNK Stories, the game reimagines Macbeth’s witches as hackers, exploring themes of technology and power.

Mortal Kombat 1, rebooted in September 2023, has added Conan the Barbarian as a playable character, drawing from Arnold Schwarzenegger's 1982 film portrayal. The update also includes gameplay enhancements and new moves for existing characters, catering to PC, PS5 Pro, and Nintendo Switch users.

Party Animals, the popular physics-based game by Recreate Games, launches on PS5 today, following its initial release for Xbox and PC in September 2023. The game, known for its engaging mini-games and furry characters, has thrived on Game Pass, and introduces a new "Crisis" mode on PS5.

Nintendo's stock rose 2.5% on January 22, 2025, driven by excitement over the upcoming Switch 2, which promises backward compatibility and new titles like Mario Kart. Analysts are optimistic about growth but wary of rising costs and environmental impacts as the gaming industry nears a $200 billion valuation.

The Xbox Developer Direct 2025 kicks off today, unveiling new titles like Doom: The Dark Ages and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Fans eagerly anticipate a rumored Japanese franchise entry as Microsoft seeks to regain momentum in gaming.

Nintendo has unveiled the Switch 2, highlighting its backwards compatibility and the anticipated release of Mario Kart 9 in mid-2025. The console is expected to feature a robust game lineup, including potential hits like Metroid Prime 4 and Pokémon Legends: Z-A.

Sega has launched 'Sega Account,' a new online service to enhance player engagement, offering free registration and integration with major gaming platforms. Early adopters receive exclusive DLC for 'Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii,' with future perks and possible subscription service hints from Sega's president.

Civilization 7 will launch on February 11, 2025, with a new three-act structure and crossplay multiplayer across multiple platforms. Early access begins on February 6 for Deluxe and Founders edition buyers.

Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero, launched in October 2024, sold over three million copies on its first day but faces declining player numbers due to balance issues. Developers are addressing these with updates, including nerfs and a new limited-time mode, aiming to enhance gameplay and player engagement.

Black Myth: Wukong's massive success, with 1.44 million Steam players, spurred investments in Phantom Blade Zero, boosting its development. S-GAME's upcoming title draws from Hong Kong martial arts films.

Sega has introduced the Sega Account system, offering exclusive bonuses and updates for its games, similar to Nintendo Account and Ubisoft Connect. Registering before early March grants an in-game bonus for the upcoming game, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza, releasing February 21, 2025.

Tencent's Honor of Kings: World secures approval from China's NPPA, marking it among the first games cleared in 2025. As an open-world RPG spin-off from its top-grossing predecessor, anticipation is high.

Sega has unveiled a Sega Account to unify its games and services, providing users news, promotions, and exclusive content for Sega and Atlus titles. This move aligns with Sega's 'Super Game' project, aiming to integrate multiple classic franchises by March 2026.

Endorphina clinched the title of BEST ONLINE CASINO PROVIDER IN CEE 2024, underscoring its innovation in gaming. Noteworthy achievements include launching an Affiliate Hub and expanding into Scandinavia.

Xiaomi unveils the WinPlay Engine, allowing Windows PC games to run on Android, starting with the Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro. Currently in internal beta in China, it supports games via platforms like Steam.

Optillusion Games has unveiled 'While Waiting,' a new title now downloadable on Nintendo Switch and Steam, focusing on humorous themes of patience and acceptance. The game, out on February 5, 2025, offers over 100 scenarios of everyday waiting experiences, highlighting the art of doing nothing.

Xbox Game Pass unveils a robust lineup for January, featuring 'Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess', 'Tchia', and 'Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector'. The service also offers discounts on departing titles and updates for 'Diablo IV' and 'Valorant', countering PlayStation Plus' offerings.

Nintendo has officially announced the Switch 2, emphasizing backward compatibility and new features like 4K support and redesigned controllers. A Nintendo Direct on April 2, 2025, will reveal more details, as anticipation grows despite concerns over design similarities.