December 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting months for gamers, with major franchises returning, long-awaited sequels finally arriving, and several standout indie gems launching across platforms. From Marvel heroes to psychological sci-fi horror, here are the top five must-play games of December 2025based on this month’s biggest highlights.
Platforms: PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Switch
The creators of TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge and Streets of Rage 4 return with a new retro-style beat ’em up starring 15 playable Marvel heroesincluding Spider-Man, Wolverine, Captain America and Nova.
Its unique Cosmic Swap system lets players instantly switch between characters mid-combo, making it one of December’s most entertaining co-op titles.
Platforms: PC
One of the month’s most atmospheric releases, She’s Leaving puts players in the shoes of forensic analyst Charles Dalton as he investigates disappearances linked to the eerie House Haywood.
Instead of jump scares, the game focuses on real forensic toolsevidence-based investigation and cold, slow-burn horror — perfect for fans of grounded thrillers.
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
From the minds behind Spec Ops: The Line and Nine Inch Nails’ Robin Finck, Sleep Awake follows Katja, trapped in the last city where falling asleep can kill you.
With surreal visuals, FMV-inspired sequences and a haunting soundtrack, it’s a psychedelic horror experience unlike anything else releasing this month.
Platforms: Nintendo Switch (both generations)
Samus Aran finally returns after years of reboots and delays. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond sends players to the overgrown world of Viewros, featuring classic Prime exploration — scanning, backtracking and ability-driven progression.
The new Vi-o-sun bike brings fast traversal and Switch 2 enhancements make it visually one of the strongest Nintendo titles this decade.
Platforms: PC, PS5, Switch
One of December’s standout indies, Skate Story is visually striking and mechanically smooth. You play as a glass demon skating through the underworld in a surreal journey to “swallow the Moon.”
With hypnotic visuals and flow-based movement, this one is easily among the most unique experiences of the month.
