From indies like Blue Prince to big console exclusives like Donkey Kong Bananza, NPR staff and contributors round up their favorite games of the year so far.

We're officially past the halfway point of the year, and 2025 has been an incredible year for high-quality video games — ...

With the Switch coming to the end of its lifespan, these ten games are considered the best on the platform by critics.

The Best Video Games of 2025 So Far. From riveting text-based adventures to blockbusters with artsy vibes, the first half of 2025 has been a powerhouse for gaming. By Christopher Cruz.

The best games of 2025 (so far) Blue Prince , Clair Obscur , and other attention-demanding offerings from young studios show why 2025 is the year of the new blood.

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