As the cold winter winds start to whistle through the trees, the popular gaming website Rock Paper Shotgun (RPS) has decided to retreat from the digital world and enjoy a well-deserved break. Yes, you heard that right! The tireless team at RPS is stepping away from their keyboards, asking their audience to refrain from sending emails until the start of the new year. This isn't just an out-of-office memo, but a friendly nod to their community that, while they might be on holiday, they aren't forgetting about their dedicated followers.
The break will last from their sign-off near Christmas until the 2nd of January, 2024, at which time they humorously anticipate that their biggest challenge will be remembering to date their posts with the correct year. But fear not, the team hasn't left its audience in a lurch. Instead, they've crafted an array of engaging content to keep gamers entertained and informed over the festive period.
Mark your calendars! RPS has teased the reveal of their Game of The Year 2023. It's an eagerly awaited announcement, wrapped in the spirit of holiday traditions such as playing charades. While the specifics of the winner have been kept under wraps, the buzz on Discord points to a community that might already have guesses ready to be confirmed or toppled.
If that weren't enough, there's something special lined up for the days following Christmas. The RPS Selection Boxes are an exciting collection of personal staff picks, showcasing games that narrowly missed featuring in previous content or those that deserve another nod for their brilliance. Not conforming to any list, these wild card entries promise to offer some unexpected gems for gamers seeking something different.
For those who like to reflect on the year gone by, RPS is preparing a series of 'Year In Review' roundups. These will not only revisit the pinnacle of gaming reviews but also explore gaming from a guide-centric viewpoint, identifying trends that shaped 2023. It's a perfect way for readers to catch up on any highlights they might have missed.
A treasure trove of Supporter-funded posts will also be made available to the public during this time. These posts, previously exclusive to RPS supporters, will now be accessible to all, providing a deeper dive into nuanced gaming discussions.
And what's a holiday without a good laugh—or a groan? RPS is set to continue its tradition of Christmas Crackers: a daily dose of gaming-related humor that's so bad, it's almost good. Prepare for puns, one-liners, and jokes that might have you shaking your head or reluctantly smiling.
As for the RPS staff's final moments before heading off into their holiday escapades — picture them scheduling tweets, tying up loose digital ends, and possibly indulging in a chocolate or two. The website's spirit, characterized by a friendly, community-focused approach, prompts visitors to drop comments and share their gaming-related resolutions for the coming year. As for RPS? They resolve to continue their quest of exploring the ever-expanding universe of 'weird stuff' in gaming.
As they sign off, the team offers a heartfelt thanks to their audience for the adventures of 2023 and extends best wishes for the holiday season. With promises of new content and the anticipation of yet another bustling year in gaming, RPS leaves its readers with a blend of excitement and anticipation for what's to come when the treehouse doors reopen on January 2nd. Until then, game on and have a delightful break, everyone!
