Which Games to Play in December 2023: The Day Before, Avatar, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader and more

 Winter has rolled in, and the first month is not exactly packed with epic releases. So, our December lineup is a tad shorter than the usual gaming buffet. Fear not, though, fellow players! There's still a dose of high-octane adventures, interstellar exploration, and hardcore survival to spice up the gaming scene, courtesy of the highly anticipated RPG. Time to level up and dive into the winter gaming vibes!

Batman: Arkham Trilogy – December 1 (Nintendo Switch)

Gear up, Nintendo Switch heroes! December 1 kicked off with some serious superhero action. The Batman: Arkham Trilogy has landed on the Switch, giving owners the chance to snag the complete collection of Batman games. Originally slated for an October release, the developers decided to fine-tune the port for optimal quality.

This power-packed trilogy features Batman: Arkham Asylum, Batman: Arkham City, and Batman: Arkham Knight, complete with all the extra goodies. Originally hitting the gaming scene on PS4, Xbox One, and PC in 2018, it's time for Switch gamers to dive into the epic world of the Dark Knight. Get ready to don the cape and cowl, Nintendo style! 🦇🕹️

SteamWorld Build - December 1st (PlayStation, Xbox, Switch and PC)

SteamWorld Build just hit all the gaming hotspots – consoles and PCs! Brace yourselves for a compact construction and management simulator where you'll dive into resource extraction, mine development, and underground shenanigans. Your mission: build up new structures and keep an eye on your robot workforce. Watch out for unexpected dangers lurking in the depths... all set in the thrilling backdrop of the Wild West. Time to unleash your inner gaming pioneer! 🤠🎮

Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition — December 5th (PS5, Xbox Series и PC)

CD Projekt RED is gearing up to drop the ultimate Cyberpunk 2077 experience – the complete edition, complete with the Phantom Liberty expansion. Buckle up, because this epic upgrade is hitting PC and the latest-gen consoles. But hold on, there's more for all you Cyberpunk enthusiasts! A game-changing update 2.1 is on the horizon, bringing that long-awaited subway and a slew of enhancements to level up your gameplay.

Now, as the active support phase for Cyberpunk 2077 winds down, CD Projekt is shifting gears to dive into other thrilling projects. Brace yourselves for a sequel to Cyberpunk and a fresh addition to The Witcher universe – The Witcher: Polaris. Exciting times are ahead in the gaming realm!

Stellaris Nexus – December 5th (Early Access on PC)

Attention space strategy enthusiasts! Paradox has a treat for you – a bite-sized, action-packed version of Stellaris called Stellaris Nexus. Dive in and take command of factions, whether it's Earthlings or quirky aliens, each packing its unique traits. Your mission: rack up influence points within an hour to claim the title of the galaxy's top dog. Chart your course – be it a peaceful stroll or an all-out war.

While it's a breeze to pick up, the thrill might fizzle out fast, especially against the AI. To keep the excitement alive, Stellarix Nexus needs a squad of players to join the cosmic fray.

The Day Before - December 7th (Early Access on PC)

The much-anticipated survival simulator, The Day Before, had its initial release slated for the summer of 2022. However, due to several reasons, the launch got pushed back first to March 2023, then to November, and now it's set for December 7. But here's the catch – players won't be getting the full version just yet; it's early access time!

While we're still waiting for The Day Before to hit PS5 and Xbox Series (sometime in the distant future), let's buckle up and witness how the game unfolds in its early access phase on PC!

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora - December 7 (PS5, Xbox Series and PC)

Get ready for Ubisoft's next gaming adventure! This time, it's an action-packed journey into the world of James Cameron's Avatar. In Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, get set for a standalone story, following a Na'vi warrior on a mission to the Western Frontier, an uncharted territory in Pandora. Prepare for intense battles against the formidable RDA forces.

Gaming journalists have already spilled the beans, drawing parallels between Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora and titles like Far Cry for its expansive open-world and stealth aspects. Meanwhile, the parkour elements have them reminiscing about the thrill of Mirror's Edge.

Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader - December 7 (PS5, Xbox Series and PC)

Get ready for an epic release from Studio Owlcat, the masterminds behind Pathfinder: Kingmaker and Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous. Brace yourself for a new classic role-playing game, and this time, they're diving into the dark universe of Warhammer 40,000.

In Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, get ready to venture into the remote Koronus Expanse. Assume the role of a Rogue Trader in the Emperor's service, wielding unprecedented power over entire worlds. Take command of a colossal fortress ship, traverse planets, and shape their fates. Get ready for encounters with heretics and all sorts of Chaos creatures.

For RPG enthusiasts, the end of 2023 is shaping up to be a thrilling ride!

House Flipper 2 – December 14 (PC)

Get ready for the ultimate house renovation and trading experience as House Flipper is back with a bang! The original simulator was a massive hit, and now, brace yourself for the sequel, where developers have leveled up the familiar mechanics and given a visual facelift.

In House Flipper 2, players dive into a world of repair orders, buying and decking out old, abandoned houses, and flipping them for a sweet profit. Oh, and don't forget about your own crib! If you're feeling ambitious, you can even build it from the ground up. For now, PC enthusiasts get the first taste, with the repair extravaganza hitting Xbox Series and PS5 in March 2024. 🏡💻

Exciting news for RPG enthusiasts! Get ready to embark on an epic adventure as Baldur's Gate III gears up for its Xbox Series debut this December! The precise date is still under wraps, but the big reveal is slated for The Game Awards on the night of December 8th. Will Larian Studios drop the RPG bomb on Microsoft consoles right after the show? Stay tuned, and let the gaming saga unfold! 🎮🔥