The chill winds of winter are here, and with them, Rock Paper Shotgun (RPS), a stalwart in the gaming information realm, has decided to close its virtual doors for a holiday sabbatical. Although they will not return until January 2nd, 2024, they reassure their dedicated readers that an absence of new writings does not equate to an absence of available enjoyment; there's a wealth of content to tide fans over until the New Year.
Rock Paper Shotgun staff, with their characteristic humor, observe the tradition of misdating items in the early months of a new year and extend holiday greetings to their audience, assuming that many will also be enjoying a seasonal repose—the tone lighthearted, reflective of the website’s characteristic blend of gaming enthusiasm and offbeat banter.
Despite their digital recess, the team at RPS will not leave a void in their virtual treehouse. The day following the announcement marks the pinnacle of their Advent Calendar, culminating in the revelation of the Game of the Year for 2023. Not just a rote declaration, this reveal is a celebration of gaming achievement, anticipated by the RPS community—even if the winner seems to be an open secret.
But this is not the sole offering left for its audience. The RPS Selection Boxes are set to provide daily surprises post-Christmas. These are games which, although not acclaimed within the Advent Calendar, hold a special resonance for the RPS staff and are thought deserving of recommendation.
Continuing the festive gaming cheer, there's inspiration to be gleaned from the recap of the year's "Bestest Best" reviews—a stroll down the memory lane of digital delights. Beyond this, readers can revisit the most significant features and guides that shaped the course of 2023 from their platform's perspective.
In an act of holiday generosity, previously Supporter-funded posts will be unlocked for public consumption, conveniently gathered under the 'From The Archive' tag. This gesture of goodwill avails a deeper look at RPS' past content to all readers, democratizing the wealth of insight and amusement they have provided through the year.
As the shadow of the year's end approaches, a lighter form of celebration manifests in the form of the annual Christmas Crackers—undoubtedly a mix of groan-worthy jokes and jests, providing a whimsical commentary that readers have come to cherish, or at least tolerate with a smile.
Amidst these offerings, a Star Trek-themed joke teases the curiosity, promised not to be spoiled ahead of time, assuring a small, daily nugget of humor to brighten the coldest days of winter.
The announcement concludes with an invitation for readers to share their gaming-related resolutions for 2024 in the comments section. The author, from the 'past', confesses a resolution to "play more weird stuff", a noble endeavor in the vast sea of gaming diversity.
This farewell is punctuated with genuine thanks and holiday well-wishes. Rock Paper Shotgun's dedication to providing a continuous stream of content even in their absence is a testament to their commitment to their community—a beacon for gamers looking to satiate their passion over the break.
As the routines of daily life pause and the year's ledger closes, Rock Paper Shotgun's momentary silence will be filled by the voices of their readership and the echoes of their selections. With plans for the future and reflections on the past, Rock Paper Shotgun nestles into the winter hiatus, reassuring its audience that when January dawns, the celebration of gaming will resume.
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