As the year winds down and the temperature drops, Rock Paper Shotgun, a well-regarded gaming publication, has entered its winter hiatus. But fear not, gaming enthusiasts; the team has made sure that your holidays will be filled with engaging gaming content even as they take a much-deserved break.
The publication's writers and editors are set for a well-earned rest, bidding farewell to their digital treehouse until the new year rolls in. Rock Paper Shotgun will re-open its virtual doors on January 2, 2024, and until then, they've scheduled a festive array of content to keep their audience entertained.
For those who have been following their Advent Calendar, the anticipation is high for the final reveal—Rock Paper Shotgun's Game of The Year 2023. With speculative chatter on Discord, readers eagerly await the confirmed winner, which promises to be a title of significant merit. As the tradition goes, charades and game announcements will coincide, the thrill of anticipation akin to unwrapping a thoughtfully selected holiday present.
Furthermore, the team has prepared a gift in the form of RPS Selection Boxes—a cascade of recommendations that brings to light those games that didn't quite make it onto the coveted calendar but deserve an honorable mention nonetheless. Each staff member will share their personal choices, giving exposure to a range of games that may have flown under the radar throughout the year. Starting from December 26th, there will be daily insights into these hidden gems.
Taking stock of the year, Rock Paper Shotgun will also roll out Year In Review roundups, overviews that provide readers with a snapshot of the gaming landscape in 2023. These retrospectives will look at the highest-rated games, feature the best editorial content, and reflect on the gaming highlights of the past twelve months, as seen through the lens of the publication's dedicated guides team. These nostalgic glances backwards are invaluable for understanding the events that have shaped gaming culture over the year.
The spirit of the season is further celebrated with the unlocking of Supporter-funded posts. These articles, originally exclusive to paying supporters, will become accessible to all readers, exemplifying the publication's appreciation for its wider community. These posts will appear in the 'Latest' feed as they go live, offering a treasure trove of content that is sure to entertain and inform.
Despite the joyful nature of the holiday season, Rock Paper Shotgun's team couldn't resist sharing a bit of festive humor through their annual Christmas Crackers. These jokes, some of which are described as "just awful," will be released daily, bringing a questionable dash of light-hearted entertainment to the readers' holiday routine.
Even as the publication's staff enjoy their holidays, they have one eye on the future. Through their communication from the past, they extend an invitation for readers to share their gaming resolutions for the upcoming year of 2024. Encouraging exploration and the discovery of the unconventional, these resolutions lay the groundwork for another year of gaming adventures.
Rock Paper Shotgun signs off with heartfelt thanks and well wishes for the holiday season. As readers dive into the curated catalog of gaming content, they're left with a sentiment of appreciation for a year of remarkable gaming experiences. The countdown to Rock Paper Shotgun's return begins, with promises of fresh content, new discoveries, and continued camaraderie among the gaming community. Until the 2nd of January, when the team resumes its post with likely hangovers and renewed energy for an exciting year ahead in gaming journalism, readers can delve into a holiday period filled with digital delights.
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