As winter's chill sets in, Rock Paper Shotgun (RPS), a beloved gaming publication, has announced that it's time for them to log off and take a well-deserved winter break. But the playful tone of their announcement suggests that they're leaving their readers with a trove of content to enjoy during the holiday season.
RPS, renowned for its in-depth game reviews and community engagement, has decided to take a rest from the digital world until the new year. This brief hiatus will extend until Tuesday, January 2, 2024. However, before its team members cozy up and step away from their keyboards, they've made sure to prepare a selection of entertaining and insightful content to keep their readers from feeling abandoned in their absence.
Their lineup of holiday content is aimed at delivering joy and reflection on the year that has passed. To start, RPS's Advent Calendar is poised to delight fans with its anticipated "Game Of The Year 2023" reveal. Despite the community's guesses and spoilers shared across Discord, RPS maintains their commitment to the festive tradition with a sense of humor.
Moreover, RPS is set to provide their readers with "Selection Boxes" - a series of specially curated game recommendations that haven't made it to their typical lists but are worthy of mention. The staff have individually handpicked these games, offering personal insights and stories that showcase a variety of titles that they believe deserve an honorable mention. This feature reflects the personalized touch that RPS is known for and offers a deeper look into the tastes and preferences of its diverse team.
The publication will also share a series of "Year In Review" roundups, designed to give readers a comprehensive look back at the year's gaming landscape. From recaps of the highest-rated reviews to retrospectives that focus on defining moments within the field of gaming guides, these summaries aim to encapsulate the essence of what 2023 meant for gamers and the industry.
In a generous holiday spirit, RPS will make a range of Supporter-funded posts accessible to all. These include posts from the archives that readers may have missed throughout the year. For fans who contribute to the site, this move provides a sense of inclusivity and gratitude for their support.
Adding a bit of lighthearted fun to the mix, RPS has prepared what it describes as "Christmas Crackers" - presumably a cornucopia of amusing, perhaps groan-inducing jokes and puns to lighten up the holiday mood. With an assertive promise of low-quality, high-spirited humor, they seem to be counting on these snippets to offer a daily giggle and perhaps a welcome reprieve from any holiday stress.
Even as RPS prepares for the festivities, the team members reflect on their personal game-related resolutions for the upcoming year. With a resolve to dive into more "weird stuff," the team encourages the RPS community to share their own resolutions in the comments section – whether it centers on exploring new gaming genres or conquering backlogs.
As 2023 comes to a close, Rock Paper Shotgun offers a sincere thank-you to its readers and community for their engagement and support. With the promise of returning in the new year, RPS's holiday message blends warmth with a quirky charm, indicative of the site's unique voice and enduring connection to its audience. As readers await the team's return, they can revel in the scheduled content, reflect on the past year, and look forward to another vibrant year of gaming journalism when RPS logs back on, hopefully not too hungover from celebratory toasts, on January 2, 2024.
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