December 2025 brings an exciting lineup of PCGaming releases, notable for a variety of genres and highly anticipated updates. The month features both thrilling new titles and indispensable classic updates for enthusiasts.
Notable December Releases
This December, several high-profile games hit the PCGaming scene. Sleep Awake, a horror game addressing an insomnia plague, is set to intrigue. Routine, steeped in an '80s-inspired lunar sci-fi atmosphere, finally launches after a decade in development. Skate Story presents a unique skating adventure on a haunted moon, while Unbeatable turns rhythm gaming into a fight against a music-banning regime.
Early Access and Major Launches
The early weeks of December signal new beginnings for several titles entering early access. The Effulgence RPG (ASCII-art based) opened its doors on 2025-12-02, followed by Cloudheim and Echoes of Elysium on 2025-12-04. Ashes of Creation, a long-awaited MMOG, invited players to early access on 2025-12-11, promising a rich, evolving world.
Crucial updates also mark this month. Destiny 2 unveils its Renegades expansion, while Elden Ring expands with Nightreign – The Forsaken Hollows on 2025-12-04. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide and Monster Hunter Wilds continue to build their legacies with major content additions.
Seasonal Sales and Promotions
The Steam Winter Sale kicks off on 2025-12-18 and runs until 2026-01-05, a tradition for gamers seeking seasonal deals. This sales window provides gamers with opportunities to explore new offerings and revisit old favorites at reduced prices.
