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Hello, community! 2025 is already behind us, and it feels right to take one last look back and sum it up — specifically by revisiting the phenomena that, one way or another, shaped the gaming industry. Last time, a similar piece focused exclusively on games: Palworld, Helldivers 2, Balatro, and so on. This time, the scope is a bit broader. I’m sure you’ve already heard about the phenomena mentioned here, so this is less about introducing them and more about inviting another round of discussion around the questions they raise. Let’s take a closer look together at who really deserves the title of a “phenomenon” — and whether they truly do.