: A sobering report on how regional developers continued to preserve their culture and work amidst the ongoing military conflict.
This issue is perhaps most famous for its typically "stringent" reviews of major year-end blockbusters:
: A retrospective on Willits’ long-standing career at id Software and his transition to Saber Interactive. Looking Ahead: The Edge Awards Edge – Christmas 2022pdf
While this issue set the stage, the subsequent (published around the same time) officially announced the 2022 Edge Awards : Game of the Year : Shared by Elden Ring and Immortality . Nintendo Game of the Year : Bayonetta 3 . PC Game of the Year : Roadwarden . Hardware of the Year : Steam Deck .
: An article taking stock of archivist groups and the critical work being done to safeguard the history of video gaming. : A sobering report on how regional developers
The issue (Issue 379) is a standout edition that balances seasonal celebration with the magazine's signature deep-dive industry analysis. Top Features & Reviews
: A major preview feature exploring how Capcom is blending veteran expertise with fresh mechanical ideas. Nintendo Game of the Year : Bayonetta 3
Beyond the reviews, the Christmas 2022 edition offered several reflective and forward-looking pieces: