10 Gaming Trends to Leave Behind in 2025
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In the tumultuous world of gaming, trends come and go like the wind. GameRanx has compiled a list of 10 gaming trends that must be eradicated in 2025. One such scourge is the premature closure of game studios before they even unveil their creations. The mysterious disappearances of studios like Netflix's Studio blue and humanoid Origins leave gamers in the dark, yearning for a glimpse of the games that could have been.
Another grievance on the list is the onslaught of unnecessary remakes that plagued the gaming landscape in 2024. While some remakes like Silent Hill 2 and certain Resident Evil versions added value, many others like the Grand Theft Auto Definitive Edition fell flat, failing to enhance the gaming experience. The industry's reliance on AI voice actors also comes under fire, with their lackluster performances lacking the human touch and emotion that only real voice actors can provide.
Graphic updates intended to improve games sometimes end up doing the opposite, as seen with Fallout 4's next-gen update that not only failed to enhance the visuals but also broke mod support on PC. The launch of the PlayStation 5 Pro brought about mixed results, with certain updates making games look and play worse than before. Additionally, the nuisance of mandatory logins and multiple launchers adds unnecessary barriers to gamers, hindering the joy of diving straight into gameplay. These trends, if not addressed, risk dampening the gaming experience for enthusiasts worldwide.
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Viewer Reactions for 10 Gaming TRENDS That NEED TO DIE in 2025
Remaking games that are less than 5 years old is seen as ridiculous, especially when there are older games that could use remakes
Battle passes in single player games are not well-received
Concerns about live service, loot boxes, microtransactions, and single player games requiring constant internet connection
Frustration with games that require a lot of setup before playing, like Rainbow 6 Siege
Dislike for online requirements to play non-multiplayer games or modes
Criticism of the trend of making games for streamers and advertisers rather than gamers
Desire for more offline modes and remakes of older games that were not experienced
Complaints about half-assed releases, paywall content, AI voice acting, and extra launchers
Concerns about the impact of AI on jobs, creativity, and the environment
Disappointment with corporations buying studios and focusing on brands rather than the people creating the content
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