How to Survive Family Christmas: Expert Advice
Feeling festive dread? Therapists share essential strategies for navigating difficult family dynamics this Christmas, including safe conversation topics, grounding techniques, and post-holiday recovery.
Feeling festive dread? Therapists share essential strategies for navigating difficult family dynamics this Christmas, including safe conversation topics, grounding techniques, and post-holiday recovery.
After a festive meltdown involving a thrown potato and a carving knife, one family turned to annual pre-Christmas therapy. Discover how this eight-year tradition has reshaped their holidays.
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.
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.
Navigating Christmas in a blended family? Experts and parents share seven essential strategies to reduce stress and centre children's needs for a happier festive season.
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.
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.
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.
MyHeritage extends its Black Friday DNA test sale until 7th December. For just £27, discover your ethnicity, find relatives, and build your family tree. A perfect sentimental gift.
Discover if your surname hints at royal ancestry. DNA testing is revealing surprising links to historic dynasties for thousands. Could you be related to the Royal Family?
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 heartwarming video capturing a North London father filming his daughters walking downstairs every Christmas morning for three decades has gone viral, inspiring families nationwide.
Get the whole family festive with M&S pure cotton Christmas pyjama sets now reduced to £25.60. Perfect for cosy nights and Christmas morning traditions.
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.
Discover how The Outer Worlds 2's poor story created unexpected family connections. A father-son gaming review exploring RPG mechanics and what makes games truly immersive.
Discover the 10 best Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 game deals for Black Friday 2025 in the UK. Save on top titles like Zelda, Star Wars, and Persona 5. Don't miss out!
Neon Inferno boasts some of 2025's best 2D artwork but is let down by awkward controls and punishing difficulty. Read our full review of this cyberpunk shooter.
Ahmedabad pledges a flawless 2030 Commonwealth Games, learning from Delhi's 2010 challenges. Discover how India plans to lay foundations for the next century of sport.