Our Top 10 Picks from Summer Game Fest 2025 (Plus 3 Honorable Mentions)

Buckle up, folks. We just wandered through another chaotic whirlwind—also known as the Summer Game Fest. Flew out to LA, mingled with gaming gurus, and yeah, got our hands (well, sort of) on a slew of games. Picture everything from indie gizmos to AAA behemoths. I’m talking two dozen plus—imagine the eye strain.

Honorable Mentions or Something

Now, not all games got the VIP treatment. Some were shrouded behind closed doors, just teasing us with cutscenes like celebrity sightings at LAX. Still, can’t help but mention them. It feels, you know, obligatory.

Take "Resident Evil Requiem"—Capcom’s latest gig. They’re back to chilling nerves, this time with a “fabulously terrifying” vibe. The promise? Spiritual shivers in Raccoon City. Like going home, but maybe with ghosts.

"Onimusha: Way of the Sword" is another one. Picture cinematic karate chops drenched in Japanese folklore. Seriously, it’s like Samurai cinema crashed into your gaming console. Capcom, I’m counting on you for goodies, stat.

Now, "Directive 8020"—a name that sounds like a secret mission, right? The creepy factor was strong, folks. Think shapeshifting monsters, and I nearly spilled my coffee dodging them. Sweet nightmares.

Enter the Bandit Trap

Okay, confession time: I have this weird crush on asymmetrical multiplayer games—thank you, Wii U. So, "Bandit Trap" is my jam. Imagine a heist mashed up with slapstick comedy and traps inspired by "Home Alone." Think Desperadoes meets Kevin McCallister. Now that’s a combo!

Crimson Desert Quandaries

Not gonna lie, the name "Crimson Desert" makes me roll my eyes. I mean, why not just call it "Sandy Red?" But—hold up—get past the title, and the game is a smorgasbord of RPG madness with slices of "The Witcher" and a dash of "Zelda." Oh, and protagonist Kliff? He paraglide-jumps like a boss.

Deadpool VR Madness

You guys, seeing "Deadpool VR" was… chef’s kiss. Twisted Pixel is back in the game, literally. It’s all about the jokes—rosy-cheeked humor—and action that works like crazy magic. Neil Patrick Harris even voices Deadpool. Extraordinary, right? Praying it makes the leap to PlayStation VR2 though.

Dosa Divas Delight

"Dosa Divas" had me at cooking. Imagine Paper Mario antics plus humor, and – wait for it – DIY dosas! It’s a cultural food fight against fast food villainy, armed with spices and spatulas.

FBC: Firebreak Fever

"FBC: Firebreak" caught my fancy. It’s like, Remedy Entertainment peered into the world of shooters and whispered, “How about something chill? Oh, and toss in sticky note monsters.” True story, battle notes scribbled into enemies. Launches soon—mark June 17, okay?

Marvel Cosmic Enigma

"Marvel Cosmic Invasion" is the big secret. Seriously, they’re holding the details hostage until they feel like spilling. Stay tuned over at ComingSoon.net.

Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound Rambles

Forget Ryu. In "Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound," you ride as Kenji Mozu, ninja-in-training, slashing like it’s 1989. Speed demons and side-scrollers unite! It’s already demo-ready on Steam—go on, take a slice.

Pragmata Puzzles

Finally, the "Pragmata" enigma. Shooting robots while solving puzzles? I barely fathom how this works, but it’s a mashup that tickles my puzzle-loving soul. Twisty kudos, Capcom.

Ratatan Rhythms

Oh, and "Ratatan" exists! Like Patapon got a modern twist. There’s this rhythm battle groove mixed with roguelike chaos, and I even managed to beat a boss by a hair. Nevermind my procrastination skills.

Wuchang Woozy

"Wuchang: Fallen Feathers" humbled me, a humble gamer. The gameplay’s brutal but rewarding once you catch the rhythm. Dodging and casting spells, one realistic misstep at a time.

In short: chaos, games, and maybe a late-night pizza order await. Until next time, stay gaming, folks.