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Gaming News Roundup: December 1–7, 2025
Marvel Cosmic Invasion blasted onto multiplayer shelves to kick off December, while Game Pass loaded up with Mortal Kombat 1 and Routine. Game Awards hype peaks with Dec 11 show looming—predictions swirl for massive reveals. Full recap as of 4:07 PM EST, December 8, 2025.
🏆 Game Awards 2025 Hype Train: Dec 11 Show Packed with Reveals?
The Game Awards airs Thursday, Dec 11 (7:30 PM ET / 4:30 PM PT), with fan voting wrapping soon. Clair Obscure: Expedition 33 leads noms; predictions buzz for Half-Life 3, FF7 Remake Part 3, Lords of the Fallen 2.
X Frenzy: Leaks/rumors for Resident Evil Requiem, Phantom Blade Zero trend heavy.
Daggerless Pick – GOTY: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – Still our frontrunner; vote it to victory.
📦 Key Releases: Marvel Cosmic Invasion Leads December Charge
Multiplat action headlined the week, with indies and ports filling gaps.
| Game | Date | Platforms | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marvel Cosmic Invasion | Dec 1 | PC, PS4/5, Xbox, Switch/Switch 2 | Large-scale hero shooter; day-one Game Pass buzz. |
| Kingdom of Night | Dec 2 | PC | Vampire strategy sim. |
| Let it Die: Inferno | Dec 3 | PC | Free-to-play roguelike revival. |
| Octopath Traveler 0 | Dec 4 | PC, Consoles | HD-2D prequel RPG epic. |
| Lumines Remastered | Dec 5 | PC, Switch | Rhythm puzzle classic returns. |
Indie Gems: The Art of Reflection (Dec 1, puzzle plat), Pocket Gecko (idler).
Daggerless Pick: Marvel Cosmic Invasion – Cosmic chaos multiplayer; perfect holiday drop-in.
💎 Xbox Game Pass December Wave: MK1 & Routine Headline
Fresh additions cap 2025 strong:
- Death Howl (Day One)
- Dome Keeper
- Routine (Dec 4)
- Mortal Kombat 1 (Dec 10)
- 33 Immortals (Preview), more perks like Fortnite Crew.
Out Soon: 5 titles rotating, including AAA.
Daggerless Pick: Routine – Atmospheric horror sim; Game Pass steal.
📈 Business Buzz: GTA Online Update, Steam Sales Kickoff
- GTA Online: "Safehouse in the Hills" drops Dec 10—luxury pads, new missions.
- Steam Autumn Sale: Wrapped; Dec fest wishlists surge.
- Switch 2: Bundles with Kirby Air Riders dominate holidays.
⏰ What's Next? (Dec 8–14)
| Game | Date | Platforms | Hype Factor |
|---|---|---|---|
| KAKU: Ancient Seal | Dec 8 | PC (Epic) | Action-adventure. |
| Unbeatable | Dec 6 (late) | PC | Rhythm action. |
| The Game Awards | Dec 11 | All | Reveals galore. |
GTA Online update Dec 10; more Game Pass.
Daggerless Pick: The Game Awards – Tune in for potential HL3 bombshell.
Daggerless returns next week. Cosmic Invasion your jam? Tag @Daggerless on X. Stay sharp, gamers.
— The Daggerless Crew
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