SCI-FI 3D CHRISTMAS GUIDE
Sci-Fi 3D Team
Jason Messer | Editor-in-Chief
Sci-Fi 3D’s 2025 Holiday Shopper’s Guide (with DJ Santa)
Holiday magic is great. But holiday shopping stress? Not so much. So consider this your ho-ho-holiday hack. Sci-Fi 3D’s 2025 Holiday Shopper’s Guide brings together our annual list of can’t-miss tech, imaginative toys, and pulse-pounding games that actually deliver this season. Shop smarter, gift better, and enjoy the holidays knowing you nailed it.
Leap, Sprint and Wall Run to Survive in The Rogue Prince of Persia by Ubisoft
A Classic Reimagined with Modern Chain Movement and Combat The Rogue Prince of Persia reimagines the long running series as a fast moving 2D action experience built around repeated runs through a city under siege. The Prince moves with constant momentum, chaining wall runs, vaults, and aerial attacks to stay ahead of enemies and hazards….
Ramza Returns in Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles by Square Enix
Wage War on the Ivalice Battlefields Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles brings the legendary war-torn kingdom back to life with a faithful remake that retains the original’s brutal political drama and deep strategic combat. Battles take place on grid maps where movement, terrain height and positioning change the outcome before anything lands. A knight…
From Tabletop to Desktop, the Hit Boardgame Frosthaven is Now on Steam!
The Tactical, Turn-Based RPG Goes Virtual Frosthaven moves from tabletop legend to virtual masterpiece without losing its identity. The video game captures the intricate decisions that made the original board game beloved while adding animations and interface support that simplify the most complex moments. Players take familiar classes into the north and watch them come…
Play Your Way in the Most Authentic Soccer Experience Yet with EA Sports FC 26
Rediscover the Pitch EA Sports FC 26 retools the football experience with redesigned core gameplay that emphasizes control and realism. Dribbling mechanics feel sharper, ball control responds accurately, and players move with weight and purpose rather than floaty patches. AI positioning reads the pitch better than ever. Defenders close down space intelligently, attackers make runs…
Journey Across a Picture Book World in Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster by Square Enix
A Remastered Story of Light in a Darkened World Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster brings the original adventure back with smoother visuals and modern conveniences. The world of Luxendarc looks like a painting where forests, towns and distant mountains hide danger behind soft colors. Tiz begins the journey alone after a disaster wipes out…
Grind Old Rails and Break New Limits in Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 by Activision
Classic Half-Pipe Vibes Meet Modern Skate Moves Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 arrives as a remake that blends the best of the early 2000s skate game legacy with modern polish. The core trick mechanics like flips, grinds, manuals, tricks, aerials remain intact, but combos flow smoother thanks to refined physics and better animation….
Experience the Hit Anime Like Never Before in Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 by Sega
Anime Perfect Presentation in Every Fight Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 lets players step back into the world of demon slayers by covering major story arcs from the anime. The game’s Story Mode adapts the Entertainment District, Swordsmith Village, and Hashira Training arcs, allowing players to take control as Tanjiro Kamado…
Hunt the Iconic Killer Doll (Before He Hunts You) in Chucky: The Game by Goliath
Work Together or Become Chucky’s Next Victim Chucky: The Game transforms the infamous killer doll movies into a cooperative survival experience built for nerve and strategy. Instead of playing against a scoreboard, participants face the same fear that made the movie series unforgettable. A group of players searches an abandoned toy store, trying to uncover…
Serve From Club Courts to Packed Stadiums in TopSpin 2K25 by 2K Games
The Art of the Perfect Serve TopSpin 2K25 greets players with visuals that feel alive from the moment shoes touch the court. Clay kicks up in faint bursts as feet pivot through rallies while hard surfaces reflect light from stadium lamps in smooth reflections. The small details stand out, like strings bending on impact or…
The Wizard Awaits in Monopoly: Wicked Edition by Hasbro
Follow the Yellow Brick Road From Shiz University All the Way to Emerald City Monopoly: Wicked Edition brings the land of Oz to the table with a mix of familiar property trading and a fresh setting inspired by the Wicked series. Players begin as students at Shiz University, surrounded by whispers of trouble and wonder….
Every Gunfight is a Playground of Destruction in Borderlands 4 by 2K Games
Loot, Shoot, Laugh, Repeat… Borderlands 4 drops players onto the unpredictable planet Kairos where terrain shifts, alien architecture looms and danger feels around every corner. The environment pulses with color and chaos as Vault Hunters land, loot, and fight under alien skies. Deserts crunch beneath boots, jungles breathe danger, and crumbling ruins echo distant gunfire….
We’re Going Super Saiyan This Holiday with Dragon Ball and Bandai Namco
12-inches of Super Saiyan Goku Power! The Dragon Ball 12 Inch Super Saiyan Goku Figure is designed to deliver the feeling of a transformation moment that fans know by heart. Instead of presenting Goku as a static collectible, this model brings the anime to life with rugged build quality, expressive details, and interactive features. The…
Don’t Call It a Comeback…Call It Pure Fighting Dominance in Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O World Stage by Sega
Classic Arcade Feel Meets Modern Fighting Mechanics Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O World Stage arrives on modern platforms with the same clean combat philosophy that has defined the series for years. Punch, kick, and guard may sound simple on paper, but every fighter carries a real personality that demands practice to uncover. The roster’s mix of…
Fight Through Neon Drenched Streets of 1980’s Japan in Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut by Sega
Dance Between Business Deals and Street Brawls Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut transports players to the chaos and color of Tokyo and Osaka during a time when money flowed and tensions simmered. The story follows two rising figures whose lives cannot stay separate for long. Kazuma Kiryu deals with fallout after a collection job goes wrong…
Better Bluetooth and Premium Audio Streaming Begins with the QCC Dongle Pro by Questyle
High Resolution Wireless Audio in a Perfectly Portable Package The QCC Dongle Pro converts everyday devices into high performance wireless audio sources that deliver richer, more detailed sound. This model is designed for listeners who want better audio quality without replacing their favorite headphones, or learning complicated equipment. From streaming and podcasts to games and…
Upgrade Your Livestream Setup with the Kiyo V2 X Webcam by Razer
Looking Good For Your Subscribers Has Never Been So Easy! The Razer Kiyo V2 X Webcam is designed to elevate everyday video presence whether streaming gaming or hosting meetings. This model captures high definition visuals with smooth motion so gestures and expressions look natural instead of choppy or distorted. The wide lens makes framing easier…
Slash Through a Painted World of Shadows in SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance by SEGA
Strike With Precision and Claim Revenge SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance brings a classic ninja tale into a hand drawn world where beauty and danger share the same canvas. Players follow Joe Musashi across villages, city streets, and ancient temples as betrayal sets a path toward retribution. Each environment feels alive, painted with detail, and shaped…
Bring Home a Little Frosty Magic with This 6-Inch Collectible Figure by Jada Toys
Classic Holiday Nostalgia Done the Right The Frosty the Snowman 6-inch Action Figure captures the warmth and nostalgia of the beloved holiday special. Instead of giving you a generic winter decoration, this figure recreates Frosty’s personality with expressive features and clothing elements that feel alive. His cheerful smile, familiar button eyes, and cozy scarf instantly…
Explore Life, Loss And Destiny in Persona 3 Reload by Sega
Heartfelt School Days and Shadow Filled Nights Persona 3 Reload rebuilds the original from the ground up with modern graphics and updated presentation while preserving its hybrid mix of life simulation and dungeon delving. Character models, lighting, and environments feel sharper, and the world from school hallways to eerie towers of Tartarus carries weight both…
