Top 12 Family Video Games for Christmas 2025
Ditch Monopoly this Christmas! Discover the 12 best family-friendly multiplayer video games for Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. Perfect for festive fun with all ages.
Ditch Monopoly this Christmas! Discover the 12 best family-friendly multiplayer video games for Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. Perfect for festive fun with all ages.
Discover the best family board games for 2025, from award-winning strategy to budget-friendly fun. Expert recommendations to bring everyone together this holiday season.
Hisako Sakai, 92, triumphs in a senior esports tournament, showcasing gaming's benefits for the elderly. Discover how she mastered 'brutal combos' to claim victory.
Supermarkets battle with pre-prepared festive meal kits. Iceland's £25 offering for four wins top praise from experts and customers for value and taste. Find out which boxes are worth it.
Your full guide to the explosive Christmas storylines in EastEnders, Emmerdale and Coronation Street for 2025. Discover the secrets, violence and tragic twists planned for the festive season.
A writer reflects on eight alcohol-free festive seasons, offering wisdom on navigating Christmas Day stress, the benefits of sobriety, and finding alternative pleasures. Discover a fresh perspective on holiday celebrations.
Donald Trump's announcement of 'Patriot Games' for America's 250th anniversary has drawn immediate parallels to The Hunger Games. Discover the social media storm and political reactions.
Riot Games confirms a massive 2027 overhaul for League of Legends, including a visual revamp and gameplay changes. Get the full details on 'League Next' here.
Discover the definitive list of the 20 best video games released in 2025, from blockbuster RPGs to innovative indie gems. Find your next favourite game now.
GameCentral readers discuss the contenders for 2025's second-best video game, from Silksong to Hades 2, while grappling with industry issues like Steam's 19,000 releases and Metroid Prime 4's flaws.
SteamDB data reveals a record 19,468 games launched on Steam in 2025, but over half have 10 or fewer reviews. Discover the stark reality for indie developers in an overcrowded market.
Will it snow on Christmas Day 2025? We examine the UK forecast, the Met Office's definition, and look back at historic white Christmases, including the last widespread one in 2010.
Discover the ultimate selection of family-friendly party games for the holidays, featuring Mario Kart World, karaoke, and chaotic co-op fun. Perfect for festive gatherings.
GameCentral reviews 'Look Outside', the 2025 indie survival horror JRPG that blends EarthBound with Lovecraftian terror. Discover why this £8.99 PC game is one of the year's most unique and disturbing experiences.
The acclaimed Fallout TV series returns for a second season, heading to New Vegas. Creators discuss fan expectations, terrifying puppets, and honouring the beloved game. Don't miss the weekly release on Prime Video.
Readers discuss Lara Croft's status, Half-Life 3 rumours, and the future of major publishers in the latest GameCentral letters page. Join the debate and share your views.
Amazon Prime's hit series Fallout returns for Season 2 on December 17. With 65 million viewers for Season 1, fans have days left to binge the acclaimed post-apocalyptic thriller. Read more.
Readers debate whether 2025 is the best year ever for independent games, while also worrying about Nintendo's future and Warner Bros. developer layoffs. Join the discussion.
Tilgate Park's Magical Christmas event near London expands its festive market this year. Enjoy free entry, Santa visits, craft stalls & zoo access. Open select dates in December.
Ditch the dusty classics! Our expert guide reveals the 30 best modern board games for Christmas 2025, from party hits to deep strategy, perfect for UK families and friends.
Discover expert tips on buying the perfect real Christmas tree in the UK. Learn how prices vary by size, type, and region, and where to find the best deals from supermarkets to local growers.
Embark Studios' Arc Raiders has beaten heavyweights like GTA 6 and Battlefield 6 to become Google's most searched-for game of 2025. Discover the full top 10 list and analysis here.
Viewers have expressed widespread disappointment with the 2025 festive TV line-up from major UK channels, criticising repeats and uninspiring shows. Discover the one programme getting praise.
GameCentral readers debate a lacklustre year for Nintendo, with Metroid Prime 4's 'good but not great' launch and questions over the Switch 2's future. Join the discussion.
Rockstar Games faces backlash as its promised free next-gen upgrade for Red Dead Redemption fails for Xbox players, contradicting its own announcement and causing widespread confusion.
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Xbox 360's UK launch, we revisit the 15 most influential and memorable games that shaped its legacy, from groundbreaking exclusives to genre-defining hits.
Fortnite players accuse Epic Games of using AI-generated art in Chapter 7, sparking debate. This follows CEO Tim Sweeney's call to remove 'Made with AI' labels from game stores. Read the full investigation.
A Hertfordshire mum reveals her 18-year method of preparing the festive feast in advance, saving three hours and £65.55. Discover her time-saving hacks for a stress-free Christmas.
A prison officer was filmed playing a FIFA-style game with an inmate. The viral TikTok clip, shot on a contraband phone, prompted a Ministry of Justice investigation. Read the full story.
A reader argues that experienced gamers have a duty to introduce younger fans to a wider world of gaming beyond free-to-play titles like Fortnite. Discover why broadening gaming horizons matters.