Here are our video game gift guide recommendations for this year’s Holiday Season:

Red Dead Redemption II

• Red Dead Redemption II by Rockstar Games – America, 1899. The end of the Wild West era has begun. After a robbery goes badly wrong in the western town of Blackwater, Arthur Morgan and the Van der Linde gang are forced to flee. With federal agents and the best bounty hunters in the nation massing on their heels, the gang must rob, steal and fight their way across the rugged heartland of America in order to survive. As deepening internal divisions threaten to tear the gang apart, Arthur must make a choice between his own ideals and loyalty to the gang who raised him.

Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Go Here: https://www.rockstargames.com/reddeadredemption2/

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Fallout 76

• Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of Skyrim and Fallout 4, welcomes you to Fallout 76, the online prequel where every surviving human is a real person. Work together, or not, to survive. Under the threat of nuclear annihilation, you’ll experience the largest, most dynamic world ever created in the legendary Fallout universe.

• Reclamation Day, 2102. Twenty-five years after the bombs fall, you and your fellow Vault Dwellers—chosen from the nation’s best and brightest – emerge into post-nuclear America. Play solo or join together as you explore, quest, build, and triumph against the wasteland’s greatest threats.

Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC

Go Here: https://fallout.bethesda.net/

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Battlefield V

• In Battlefield V, DICE continues to raise the bar for the industry with unparalleled visuals and realistic environments, adding new elements of depth, physicality and destructibility for players to turn the war to their advantage in new and unexpected ways. Players can lead their squads to victory by building fortifications, repairing war-torn structures or towing stationary weapons to maximize devastating firepower. Every soldier, weapon and vehicle in a player’s Company is completely unique and fully customizable, from the way they look to how they play.

Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC

Go Here: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/battlefield/battlefield-5

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The Sims 4

• Reach for the stars and rise to celebrity status with The Sims 4 Get Famous. Build your stardom as you pursue an acting career, become an A-lister, and guide your Sims down the unpredictable path to fame. From the studio lot to VIP parties, you choose how your Sims can gain worldwide acclaim. Customize and show off your celebrity style and decorate your Sims’ luxury house on the hills with over-the-top accessories like a solid-gold toilet. Get ready to shine bright in the spotlight and live your best celebrity life.

Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC

Go Here: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims

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A Way Out

• Developed by Hazelight Studios, A Way Out is an exclusively co-op adventure that follows two prisoners, Leo and Vincent, making their daring escape from prison. Together with a friend, online or on the couch, players can explore the unlikely bond between two vastly different personalities as they overcome any obstacles standing in the way of their freedom.

Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC

Go Here: https://www.ea.com/games/a-way-out

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Fe

• The action-adventure Fe boasts a beautiful world to run, climb and glide your way through to explore the depths of its living, breathing world filled with secrets, legends and mystical creatures. Fe has no native language as players must master a diverse array of cries to befriend every animal or plant that can help along the way. The unparalleled freedom of exploration makes for one of the year’s most charming experiences.

Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC

Go Here: https://www.ea.com/games/fe

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Unravel Two

• Unravel Two is a platforming adventure game where players take control of a pair of Yarnys, the game’s main character, in local co-op or as a single player. Run, jump and swing through platforming puzzles, fostering friendship and shedding light on a world covered in shadow. The sequel to Unravel captures the nostalgic feel from the original title, while boasting stunning landscapes and new challenges to conquer.

Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC

Go Here: https://www.ea.com/games/unravel/unravel-two/buy

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LEGO DC Super-Villains

• Become the best villain the universe has seen in this all-new LEGO adventure! For the first time, a LEGO game is giving players the ability to play as a super-villain throughout the game, unleashing mischievous antics and wreaking havoc in an action-packed, hilarious story written in collaboration with DC Comics. Joined by renowned DC Super-Villains: The Joker, Harley Quinn, Lex Luthor, Deathstroke, Killer Frost, Sinestro, and countless others from the Legion of Doom, players will set out on an epic adventure to ensure their villainy remains unrivaled.

Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Go Here: https://chaos-is-coming.wbgames.com/

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Sonic Mania Plus

• Sonic Mania Plus continues the thrilling journey of the critically-acclaimed platformer, Sonic Mania. Jump back into the game with two iconic new playable characters, Mighty the Armadillo and Ray the Flying Squirrel, and a new Encore mode that provides a fresh look to familiar zones with new challenges and layouts.The all-new physical edition is now available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.

Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Go Here: https://www.sonicthehedgehog.com/sonic-mania-plus#buy-now

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Strange Brigade

• Strange Brigade is a third-person 1930’s adventure that transports players to remote corners of the British Empire to encounter fantastic and forgotten civilizations shrouded in mystery. This thrilling 4-player co-op shooter is filled with mythical monsters, treacherous traps and puzzling predicaments! Strange Brigade is now available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.

Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC

Go Here: https://strangebrigade.com/en

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Yakuza 6

• Three years after the events of Yakuza 5, Kazuma Kiryu, the Dragon of Dojima, returns in Yakuza 6: The Song of Life with the dream of living a quiet life. Upon his arrival, he discovers Haruka has been involved in an accident and has slipped into a coma, leaving her young son, Haruto, without care. To protect this child, Kiryu takes Haruto to the last place Haruka was spotted, Onomichi, Hiroshima. There, a new and merciless world of Yakuza awaits the unlikely pair. Who is Haruto’s father and why are the Tojo Clan and Yomei Alliance both after him? With some unlikely friends, Kiryu will have to navigate through the criminal underworld he left behind and fight for the answers to keep the family he loves safe.

Yakuza 6 features an emotional story that examines the strength of family relationships, and highlights an improved battle systems that seamlessly transitions between battles and between explorable areas.

• Release Date: April 17, 2018 (PS4)

Platforms: PlayStation 4

Go Here: http://yakuza.sega.com/yakuza6/home.html

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Yakuza Kiwami 2

• One year after the 10 billion yen incident, Kazuma Kiryu begins to build a peaceful life with Haruka Sawamura. Tearing him away, an assassination threatens to erupt in an all-out war between the Tojo Clan and the Omi Alliance. Kiryu, the Dragon of Dojima, must travel to Sotenbori, Osaka in an attempt to broker peace between the rival clans, but Ryuji Goda, known as the Dragon of Kansai, will stop at nothing to get his war. In this world, there can only be one dragon. A re-creation of the original Yakuza 2 and rebuilt in the Dragon Engine, Yakuza Kiwami 2 provides players with gorgeous graphics and seamless transitions seen in modern-day games, with the same heart and story of the original.

• Release Date; August 28, 2018 (PS4)

Platforms: PlayStation 4

Go Here: http://yakuza.sega.com/kiwami2/home.html

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Valkyria Chronicles 4

• Valkyria Chronicles 4 takes place in the same timeframe as the original Valkyria Chronicles, but focuses on Squad E of the Federation. Commander Claude Wallace and his childhood friends set out to fight for freedom in this desperate war, but bone-chilling blizzards, waves of imperial soldiers, and the godlike powers of the Valkyria stand between them and victory.

• Release Date: September 25, 2018

Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC

Go Here: http://valkyria.sega.com/

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Fist of the North Star: Lost Paradise

• Fist of the North Star: Lost Paradise is a high-intensity action-adventure RPG based within the world of the beloved Fist of the North Star manga. Players take control of protagonist Kenshiro as they progress through an alternate universe of the original story. Prepare to explore the post-apocalyptic wastes of the Earth in a customizable buggy and tear through groups of thugs using Kenshiro’s signature “Hokuto Shinken” combat techniques.

• Release Date: October 2, 2018

Platforms: PlayStation 4

Go Here: http://lostparadise.sega.com/home.php#purchase

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Persona 3: Dancing in Moonlight || Personal 5: Dancing in Starlight

• Return to the world of Persona 3 and Persona 5 and relive cherished memories with the games’ most memorable songs by Shoji Meguro, composed by Ryota Kozuka, as well as all-new remixes by ATOLS, Lotus Juice, Taku Takahashi (m-flo / block.fm), Jazztronik, and more! Unlock a total of 25 fan-favorite tracks in each game.

• Release Date: December 4, 2018

Platforms: PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita

Go Here: https://atlus.com/personadancing/

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Monster Hunter: World

• Monster Hunter: World™ introduces a living, breathing ecosystem in which players take on the role of a hunter that seeks and slays ferocious beasts in heart-pounding battles that unfold across the vast ever-changing terrain. Venture on quests alone or with up to three hunters in a newly designed online drop-in multiplayer system which allows cross-region cooperative play between Japan and the west, uniting the player base for the first time ever.

Release Date: January 26, 2018 (PS4/XB1) August 9, 2018 (PC)

Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC

Go Here: http://www.monsterhunterworld.com/us/

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Mega Man 11

• The newest entry in this iconic series blends classic, challenging 2D platforming action with a fresh look. The stunning new visual style refreshes the series’ iconic colorfulness, combining hand-drawn environments with detailed, 3D characters.

To save the day, the Blue Bomber must battle Robot Masters and take their powerful weapons for himself, which now changes the hero’s appearance with new levels of detail. The innovative new Double Gear system lets you boost Mega Man’s speed and power for a new twist on the satisfying gameplay the series is known for.

A variety of difficulty modes makes this the perfect opportunity to experience Mega Man for the first time! Mega Man 11 also features a variety of extra modes including time trials, missions, global leaderboards, a gallery of concept art, and more!

• Release Date: October 2, 2018

Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC

Go Here: http://megaman.capcom.com/mm11.html#purchase

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DRAGON QUEST XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age

• The newest entry into the beloved DRAGON QUEST series, DRAGON QUEST XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age offers an immersive world of adventure, exploration and heroism. Brought to life by famed manga artist Akira Toriyama, the stunning characters and landscapes deliver a fresh feel to a storied franchise. The blending of stories elements and new JRPG combat mechanics and storytelling created what many have considered to be one of 2018’s best RPG titles.

Platforms: PlayStation 4, PC

Go Here: https://dragonquest.square-enix-games.com/xi/en-us/home/#buy

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DRAGON BALL FighterZ

• DRAGON BALL FighterZ is born from what makes the DRAGON BALL series so loved and famous: endless spectacular fights with its all-powerful fighters. Partnering with Arc System Works, DRAGON BALL FighterZ maximizes high end anime graphics and brings easy to learn but difficult to master fighting gameplay to audiences worldwide.

Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC

Go Here: https://www.bandainamcoent.com/games/dragon-ball-fighterz#editions

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SOULCALIBUR VI

• SOULCALIBUR VI represents the latest entry in the premier weapons-based, head-to-head fighting series and continues the epic struggle of warriors searching for the legendary Soul Swords. The heroic battles transpire in a beautiful and fluid world, with eye-popping graphics, and the latest iteration tunes the battle, movement, and visual systems so players can execute visceral and dynamic attacks with ease.

Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Go Here: https://www.bandainamcoent.com/games/soulcalibur-vi#editions

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Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom

• Explore a beautifully crafted world and experience a gripping story in an all-new RPG adventure. LEVEL-5 reunites with Yoshiyuki Momose on character design and music created by Joe Hisaishi in the production of an all-new Ni no Kuni tale.

Platforms: PlayStation 4

Go Here: https://www.bandainamcoent.com/games/ni-no-kuni-ii#editions

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Donut County

• Donut County is a physics adventure game where you play as a mysterious hole in the ground. Every time you swallow something, the hole grows a little bit bigger. The game centers around a teenage girl working at Donut County, a Los Angeles inspired coffee mug-shaped donut shop. One day the girl gets a mysterious delivery from some raccoons: a box of irresistible donuts that open holes all around the county.

Platforms: PlayStation 4, PC, iOS, Android

Go Here: http://www.donutcounty.com/

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I Expect You to Die

• I Expect You To Die is a virtual reality puzzle game that places you in the well-polished shoes of an elite secret agent. Attempt to survive your deadly missions by using problem-solving skills and wits… oh yes, and the power of telekinesis! Escape each situation, or die trying.
  I Expect You to Die is available for $24.99 and can is supported on

Platforms: PlayStation VR, PC, VR, Oculus Rift, PlayStation VR, HTC Vive, and Windows Mixed Reality.

Go Here: https://iexpectyoutodie.schellgames.com/

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Overcooked! 2

• The sequel to the widely popular and critically acclaimed Overcooked!, this over-the-top couch co-op game is the perfect recipe for mayhem and entertainment for up to four players. Either working solo or as a team, players must prep orders while overcoming obstacles such as fire, collapsing floors, overbearing waiters and of course, the classic kitchen problem of floating work surfaces.
• Overcooked! 2 is fun to play for all ages, rated E for everyone and awarded the Best Family and Social Game at E3 2018.
• Overcooked! 2 is available for

Platforms: PlayStation 4 and Xbox One retail for $29.99, and Nintendo Switch retail for $38.99.

Black Friday – Best Buy Deal ($10 off)

• Nintendo Switch – $30

General Retail URLs

• PlayStation 4 (Available at other retailers in addition to Amazon)
• Xbox One (Available at other retailers in addition to Amazon)

Go Here: http://www.ghosttowngames.com/overcooked-2/

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Cookie Jam and Panda Pop

• Cookie Jam – Crunch your cookies before they crumble! Sprinkled with a deliciously sweet twist, this match-3 game is equal parts fun and challenging. Hop in your traveling bakery to set sail on this new puzzle adventure and explore mouth-watering patisseries from around the world.

• Panda Pop – n Panda Pop, an evil baboon has kidnapped & trapped precious panda pups in the jungle. Strategically burst matching bubbles to beat the evil baboon & return the cubs to their worried mother! Panda Pop puts your strategy gaming skills to the test like never before! Download Panda Pop for free at the App Store or Google Play today!

Platforms: iOS, Android

Go Here: https://www.jamcity.com/

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RollerCoaster Tycoon Adventures (Nintendo Switch)

• RollerCoaster Tycoon Adventures brings the legendary RollerCoaster Tycoon series into the next generation — combining classic RollerCoaster Tycoon gameplay with brand-new twists, all customized for Nintendo’s unique console. Bigben is the distribution partner in Europe and AtGames is the distribution partner in North America.

Platforms: Nintendo Switch

Go Here: http://www.rollercoastertycoon.com/

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Do Not Feed the Monkeys

• Do Not Feed the Monkeys by Fictiorama is a unique digital voyeur simulator: a narrative-driven game where you invade the privacy of dozens of strangers and witness their most intimate moments, while you struggle to keep up to date with paying the rent and putting some food on the table. Will you intercede in the name of justice, sabotage their dreams… or will you sit idly by while the world burns?

Platforms:  PC (Steam)

Go Here: http://www.fictiorama.com/en/do-not-feed-the-monkeys/

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Beholder 2

• In Beholder 2 by developer Alawar and Warm Lamp Games you are a newly employed department officer within the Ministry of a totalitarian State. While you are poised to have an illustrious career and possibly become Prime Minister someday, the way up won’t be easy. So, how high up the career ladder will you climb? The choice is still yours to make!

Platforms:  PC, Mac, Linux (Steam)

Go Here: https://beholder2.com/

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Dustwind

• Dustwind by Dustwind Studios lets you join the CLUSTERFUN! Make quick tactical decisions, sneak, aim for bodyparts, use traps, turrets, cars. Play as a dog. Create characters with varied skills and gear. Play various PvP modes. Play PvE alone or with friends. Map editor included.

Platforms:  PC, Mac, Linux (Steam)

Go Here: https://www.dustwind.com/

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RED: Lucid Nightmare

• RED: Lucid Nightmare by Bolder Games is a survival horror game. Play as Mercedes, as she tries to piece together a missing persons case and strange, recurring nightmares.

Platforms:  PC (Steam)

Go Here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/913100/RED_Lucid_Nightmare/

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DOLMEN

• DOLMEN by Massive Work Studio is a third person action game with RPG elements, where Sci-Fi and Cosmic Horror are mixed in an engrossing gameplay experience

Platforms:  PC (Steam)

Go Here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/831050/Dolmen/

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I’m Not a Monster

• I’m Not a Monster by Cheerdealers – The informed minority Vs. the uninformed majority: а turn-based tactical multiplayer in a retro sci-fi setting with randomly assigned roles and Mafia/Werewolf party game features.

Platforms:  PC (Steam)

Go Here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/826600/I_am_not_a_Monster/

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Broken Reality (early leak)

• Broken Reality by Dynamic Media Triad – A humorous adventure set in a 3D parody of the internet. Diverse puzzles, beautiful worlds, friends, experiences, upgrades and more, await those who ‘log on’!

Platforms:  PC (Steam)

Go Here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/757480/Broken_Reality/

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Chef: A Restaurant Tycoon (Releases 1st Week of Dec.)

• Chef: A Restaurant Tycoon by Inner Void is a Restaurant Management game in which you create your own character, acquire supreme cooking skills, customize restaurants, design unique menus, and devise innovative recipes with a realistic editor.

Platforms:  PC (Steam)

Go Here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/886900/Chef_A_Restaurant_Tycoon_Game/

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Hello Neighbor

• Hello Neighbor by Dynamic Pixels and tinyBuild GAMES is a Stealth Horror Game about sneaking into your neighbor’s house and figuring out what he’s hiding in the basement. Play against an advanced AI that learns from your actions.

Platforms:  PC (Steam)

Go Here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/521890/Hello_Neighbor/

Hello Neighbor: Hide & Seek

• Hello Neighbor: Hide & Seek by Dynamic Pixels and tinyBuild GAMES is the exciting prequel to the stealth horror hit. Find out what happens right before the events of the main game.

Platforms:  Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Go Here: https://www.amazon.com/Hello-Neighbor-Hide-Seek-Nintendo-Switch/dp/B07HGN2FMY?th=1

*Secret Neighbor releasing shortly

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Moss

• Moss by Polyarc Games – players guide a young mouse hero named Quill on an epic journey while also manipulating the field of play as their own character and key ally to Quill. Crafted to maximize the transformative magic of VR, Moss allows players to reach into a dynamic world—their every action having impact.

Platforms:  PlayStation VR, Oculus Rift, HTC Vive

Go Here: https://www.polyarcgames.com/

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Gear Club Unlimited 2

• Gear Club Unlimited 2 by Microids – The most realistic racer for the Nintendo Switch is back with a vengeance in its sequel GEAR CLUB UNLIMITED 2, scheduled for release next week on Dec 4. Increasing upon the first chapter, already offering an unparalleled speed racing experience from the comfort of their couch, the new version boasts even better graphics, longer races and tracks, more cars and full-on Multiplayer modes (local and online).

Platforms:  Nintendo Switch

Go Here: http://www.gearclubunlimited.com/

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