As the cold winds usher in the holiday season, Rock Paper Shotgun (RPS), a well-known figure in the gaming community, announces its temporary leave for winter holidays. The RPS team has taken to their virtual treehouse to usher in the season, deciding it is too chilly for their usual digital gatherings. However, they reassure their audience that, despite the break in regular operations, there will still be plenty to entertain their readers until they are back in action on January 2nd, 2024.
The RPS staff has shared a playful nod to the aftermath of festive celebrations, humorously anticipating the usual aftermath of the New Year—a few months of mistakenly scribbled dates as everyone adjusts. They extend well-wishes to their audience, many of whom will likely be enjoying a respite of their own.
In the spirit of giving, RPS has prepared some treasures for their followers to uncover during their absence. Perhaps most anticipated is the reveal of their Game of the Year 2023, set to grace their Advent Calendar's final door. Insider buzz within their community has many guessing the winner, but RPS invites everyone to enjoy the tradition, even if the result is all but a surprise at this stage.
Acknowledging there might be differing opinions about their annual calendar, RPS also promises a series of Selection Boxes post-Christmas. These boxes will contain game recommendations by RPS staff—games that narrowly missed featuring on the advent calendar or those that the staff felt deserved an honorable mention, cleverly dubbed by the team as "hon. menchies."
For retrospective enthusiasts, RPS has prepared Year In Review roundups, aimed at anchoring readers in the remarkable moments of the past year. They recall the release of Hi-Fi Rush, amongst other titles, categorizing them using the 'Bestest Best' reviews and special features from the year's gaming spectrum. In another engaging roundup, their guides team plans to explore 2023 from their unique perspective.
Adding to the holiday goodwill, RPS is making several Supporter-funded posts available to all readers. These posts will trickle in throughout the holiday season, accessible via the "Latest" feed or by searching the "From The Archive" tag, which houses a curated selection of posts now available to a broader audience.
Not overlooking those who appreciate a holiday chuckle, RPS has outdone itself with its annual Christmas Crackers—jokes so terribly delightful that they border on embarrassment for the content schedulers. Readers can expect to be equally amused and mortified with a daily dose of humor to see them through the break.
The RPS team is not just leaving its audience with a string of scheduled treats; they are also inviting everyone to share their own gaming resolutions for the upcoming year in the comments. The staff sets an example with their resolutions, like embracing more peculiar and unconventional games in the following year, a recurring theme that encourages exploration outside of gaming norms.
The announcement isn't just a list of things to look forward to. It’s a moment of gratitude and reflection, a pause in the hustle of the year to acknowledge the community that makes the RPS experience enriching. They end their pre-holiday message with a personal touch, revealing the behind-the-scenes rush to prepare for the break and a hint at their own festive indulgences.
As the RPS team bids farewell for the holiday, they extend thanks and express excitement to reconvene with their audience in the New Year. Until they return, readers are left with a stocked library of content set to unfold over their absence, ensuring the RPS presence is felt even as they enjoy their well-deserved rest.
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