From AAA blockbusters to out-of-nowhere indies, these are the 2025 RPGs, platformers, and puzzle games that have made us thankful to have thumbs.

Fresh Look’s Neal Sayatovich this week writes about his enjoyment of the turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.

Expedition 33 is a tough act to follow, but there are other games that can help satisfy that mind blowing RPG feeling.

Expedition 33 has been the frontrunner for GOTY, but many believe that Death Stranding 2: On the Beach can overtake it.