Happy Friday (and office closing day to those who celebrate) and welcome to the first edition of the Weekend Games newsletter. First off, thank you for being amongst the first subscribers and followers of our new movement to celebrate games that won’t feel like a part-time job!
Before we share more in the new year, we wanted to round up our favourite games from 2025 that you can sink your teeth into over the Christmas break. All these games are on sale right now, over 90% Positive on Steam, and offer up to 15 hours of gripping gameplay and fun.
And so… onto the games 👀
FLYKNIGHT 20% Off
How do you like your soulslikes? With a dash of co-op and tightly polished gameplay, FlyKnight could be the perfect game to jump into with a friend this Christmas!
THE DRIFTER 15% Off
Get lost in this sci-fi government conspiracy with a compelling story that takes no pauses and leaves you grasping at reality.
STRANGE ANTIQUITIES 25% Off
As huge fans of Strange Horticulture, we knew that Strange Antiquities was only ever going to be a banger. Deal in strange oddities in a town filled with darker mysteries waiting for you to unravel.
BLOODTHIEF 25% Off
There’s a speedometer, you have a sword, and guards stand in your way. What more could you want from a Neon White-inspired speedrunner?
NEWS TOWER 20% Off
Build your newspaper empire in 1930s New York. Will you tell the truth or spin stories for mobsters and the elite? 10hrs will give you a good meal, but it has the chops to keep you around for much much longer.
MY LITTLE PUPPY 30% Off
Much like a classic Pixar film, the beautiful and soft artstyle belies a moving story. Joy, loss, and grief, are all part of the journey that’ll stay with you, plus Keanu Reeves makes an appearance.
FRETLESS 20% Off
Strike a chord with this turn-based RPG, which feels reminiscent of Scott Pilgrim’s epic music battles. Battle goons, monster-instrument hybrids, and save the world!
BLOOD TYPERS 25% Off
Play solo or with friends and try to make it out alive in this classic horror movie inspired typing game. One grammatical error could cost you everything!
From next year our newsletter will be fortnightly and feature curated picks, themed selections, and exciting first looks at new games. Follow Weekend Games on socials for more news and recommendations! In the meantime have a wonderful holiday period, we shall be signing off to stuff ourselves with mince pies and mulled wine.
Sophie & the team