7 upcoming games releasing in December 2025 that you should keep an eye out for

The month of December 2025 will see the release of several much-anticipated games belonging to a variety of genres. There is something coming out that is sure to entice all kinds of players, from those who enjoy RPGs to those who just want to casually take a plane out for a spin on a flight sim. No matter what device you use for gaming, there's something for you to look forward to this month.

Here are the seven most exciting games to look out for in December 2025.

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7 upcoming games slated to release in December 2025

Marvel Cosmic Invasion

Marvel Cosmic Invasion (Image via Tribute Games)

• Release date: December 1, 2025
• Platforms: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and Microsoft Windows
• Developer: Tribute Games

Marvel Cosmic Invasion is a pixel-art side-scrolling beat 'em up featuring 15 popular heroes from the franchise, like Spider-Man, Wolverine, and Silver Surfer. The gameplay features chaotic co-op battles against Annihilus' cosmic invasion, which are set in unique maps ranging from New York to the Negative Zone.

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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond (Image via Retro Studios)

• Release date: December 4, 2025
• Platforms: Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2
• Developer: Retro Studios

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond delivers a first-person action-adventure where bounty hunter Samus Aran explores the alien planet Viewros. The gameplay focuses on shooting, dodging, and scanning enemies, as well as puzzle-solving in twisty environments.

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Octopath Traveler 0

Octopath Traveler 0 (Image via Square Enix)

• Release date: December 4, 2025
• Platforms: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and Microsoft Windows
• Developer: Square Enix

Octopath Traveler 0 is a new JRPG where you create a custom protagonist whose hometown, Wishvale, is destroyed by fire. The journey focuses on rebuilding the town by placing buildings, farms, and paths on a grid using gathered materials, while recruiting over 30 companions to join as fighters or settlers. Similar to other titles from the franchise, it also features a fun turn-based combat system.

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Routine

Routine (Image via Lunar Software)

• Release date: December 4, 2025
• Platforms: Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Microsoft Windows
• Developer: Lunar Software

Routine is a first-person sci-fi horror set in an abandoned 80s-themed futuristic lunar base. The gameplay elements include exploration and survival against robotic threats that consider you to be the enemy.

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Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 (Image via Asobo Studio)

• Release date: December 8, 2025
• Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Microsoft Windows
• Developer: Asobo Studio

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 offers hyper-realistic global flight simulation with photogrammetry, real-time weather, missions, and more. While the title has been available on PC since last year, this is the first time it will be released on the PlayStation 5. You can now use your DualSense controllers to experience the flight sim and take on the skies.

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Skate Story

Skate Story (Image via Sam Eng)

• Release date: December 8, 2025
• Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Microsoft Windows
• Developer: Sam Eng

Skate Story is a third-person skateboarding game that focuses on performing tricks and exploring different areas. You take on the role of a fragile glass demon, and must ollie, kickflip, and grind through the Underworld to reach and devour the Moon for salvation.

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Code Violet

Code Violet (Image via TeamKill Media)

• Release date: December 12, 2025
• Platforms: PlayStation 5
• Developer: TeamKill Media

Code Violet is a third-person action horror game where the protagonist, Violet Sinclair, is pulled from the past into the Aion Bioengineering Complex. Here, you must control her to survive from hostile dinosaurs and proceed toward the end goal, which is to evacuate safely. The gameplay involves hiding and fighting monsters, managing inventory, and solving puzzles.

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That's all for the most anticipated games releasing in December 2025. Also, check out our other related articles:

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