Rock Paper Shotgun (RPS), the popular online platform for video game reviews, news, and features, has officially announced that the team is taking a well-deserved break for the winter holidays. The hive of activity that usually characterizes the RPS treehouse will come to a temporary pause, as the team embraces the festive season and gears up for a fresh start in January of 2024.
The announcement comes with a light-hearted reminder to public relations personnel and game developers that the RPS team will be off the radar, enjoying their time off and not responding to emails until their return next year. Despite the cold weather making it less than ideal for their iconic treehouse, they assure their readers that while they may not be available in person, there's a wealth of content waiting to keep them company.
While the RPS staff bundle up and step away from their keyboards, they have meticulously planned a selection of scheduled content to ensure their readers aren't left in a lurch during the festive period. The flagship event will be the revelation of their Game of the Year (GOTY) for 2023, which is set to be unveiled in a ceremonious manner true to RPS form. Despite speculation and discourse among the community on Discord platforms about the potential winner, RPS maintains the tradition of a formal announcement – adding a touch of intrigue and festivity to the holiday season.
In addition to the anticipated GOTY reveal, RPS has prepared a series of "Selection Boxes" – a compilation of game recommendations from the RPS staff. These selections will feature titles they felt deserved more attention throughout the year, shining a spotlight on games that may have narrowly missed their chance to be featured more prominently on the platform.
In keeping with the reflective nature of the season, RPS will also be sharing year-in-review content that looks back at the defining moments of 2023 from their perspective. Editors will recap the best reviews given out throughout the year, alongside feature highlights and a glance at what the year looked like through the lens of gaming guides.
Understanding the value of community and reader engagement, RPS has made the decision to unlock a range of Supporter-funded posts for the general readership. This special gift will allow access to exclusive content that was previously available only to paid subscribers, broadening the reach of these articles to a wider audience.
Not forgetting those who appreciate a good chuckle, the team has also prepared a series of "Christmas Crackers" – treasured for their groan-inducing puns and festive humor. These will be doled out daily throughout the holiday period, promising a mixture of delight and eye-rolling entertainment to keep their community smiling.
As the RPS team looks ahead, they reflect on the passing year with gratitude, acknowledging the role of their readers and community in the site’s ongoing success. They extend warm holiday wishes and express anticipation for what the new year has in store, inviting their community to share their gaming resolutions for 2024 in the comments section. With a holistic approach to community, content, and humor, the RPS break serves as a reminder of the joys of gaming culture and the importance of taking time to recharge.
As the final note before they log off for 2023, RPS staff tease what's to come and share their personal commitment to seeking out more offbeat and unconventional games in the New Year. They leave their readers with an array of content and a message of appreciation, closing the chapter on the year with the promise of new beginnings and continued shared experiences in the digital world of gaming come January 2nd, 2024.
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