10 Video Games That Make Great Christmas Gifts

Every year, it can be a challenge to find the perfect Christmas gift for that hard-to-buy-for person on our list. But for gamers, new video games are always a welcome surprise. With the holiday season quickly approaching, we’ve compiled a list of the best video games that we think would make great Christmas gifts this year. Whether they’re into family-friendly games, adventure titles, or sports/fighting games, we’ve got something for everyone.

Family-Friendly Games:
1. Bear & Breakfast: Build a cute bed and breakfast in the woods as a bear in this relaxing adventure game. Perfect for unwinding during the holidays. Available on Steam and Nintendo Switch.

2. Disney Illusion Island: Embark on an adorable adventure with Mickey, Minnie, and friends as they search for magical books to save the island. Play solo or with up to four players. Available exclusively for the Nintendo Switch.

3. Fae Farm: Experience the cozy world of Azoria in this farming/world-building simulator. Meet interesting characters and build your own magical world. Available on Steam and Nintendo Switch.

4. Sea of Stars: Dive into a turn-based RPG as two Children of the Solstice combine their powers to perform Eclipse Magic. Explore, farm, cook, and more in this captivating game. Available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Steam.

5. Sonic Origins Plus: Relive the classic Sonic games with this compilation title. Play the original or revamped versions with a friend. Available on various platforms.

6. Sonic Superstars: Join Sonic, Knuckles, Tails, and Amy Rose in a 2D-sidescrolling adventure filled with brand-new Emerald powers. Play with up to three friends for added fun. Available on various platforms.

7. Stray: Play as a stray cat navigating a cybercity to reunite with your family. A unique adventure game perfect for cat lovers. Available on various platforms.

8. Super Mario Bros. Wonder: Help Mario save the Flower Kingdom from the havoc caused by Bowser. Play solo or team up with friends for a classic 2D side-scrolling adventure. Available exclusively for the Nintendo Switch.

Rated Teen & Up:
9. Alan Wake 2: Experience a thrilling survival-horror adventure in this long-awaited sequel. Perfect for fans of the genre. Available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Epic Games Store.

10. ARMORED CORE VI FIRES OF RUBICON: Customize your mech and tackle challenging missions in this mech combat game. A great gift for FromSoftware and Souls series fans. Available on various platforms.

11. Baldur’s Gate 3: Embark on an epic role-playing adventure set in the land of Faerûn. Choose your path and resist corruption in this captivating game. Available on Steam and PlayStation 5.

12. Final Fantasy XVI: Take control of Clive Rosfield in this dark and captivating entry in the Final Fantasy series. Perfect for newcomers and series fans. Available exclusively on PlayStation 5.

13. Lies of P: Play as Pinocchio in this Soulslike game as you battle your way through a Belle Époque-inspired city. A unique and captivating adventure. Available on various platforms.

14. Marvel’s Spider-Man 2: Take on iconic villains as both Peter Parker and Miles Morales in this action-packed adventure. A must-have for comic-book fans. Available exclusively on PlayStation 5.

15. Remnant II: Dive into a third-person shooter-RPG as you prevent the destruction of reality. Play solo or team up with friends for hours of thrilling gameplay. Available on various platforms.

16. Resident Evil 4 Remake: Experience the genre-defining adventure on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. Battle iconic villains in this ground-up remake. Available on various platforms.

17. Starfield: Explore over 1000 planets in this captivating game of exploration and discovery. Play the game the way you want for a unique experience. Available on Xbox Series X|S and Steam.

18. Star Wars Jedi: Survivor: Continue Cal Kestis’ adventure in this thrilling Star Wars game. Perfect for fans of the franchise. Available on various platforms.

Sports/Fighting Games:
19. Mortal Kombat 1: Return to the Mortal Kombat universe with new fatalities, game modes, and fight mechanics. Battle it out with friends in this fighting game. Available on various platforms.

20. Street Fighter 6: Take control of classic characters like Ryu and Chun-Li in this latest entry in the Street Fighter series. Battle your friends online or offline. Available on various platforms.

21. UFC 5: Experience the most authentic UFC game to date with an all-new damage system. Play with a friend for an intense multiplayer experience. Available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

22. EA Sports FC 24: Get back on the pitch with the latest entry in the annual football series. With new features and gameplay improvements, this game is perfect for sports fans. Available on various platforms.

23. F1 23: Take to the Formula 1 tracks in this realistic racing game. Play locally or online with friends for a high-speed racing experience. Available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Steam.

These 23 video games offer something for everyone on your Christmas list. From family-friendly adventures to thrilling survival-horror titles and intense sports/fighting games, there’s a game for every gamer. Wrap up one of these titles and give the gift of gaming this holiday season!