PC Gamer UK Issue 415 – December 2025

PC Gamer UK Issue 415: December 2025

Battlefield is back on the cover of PC Gamer UK, and issue 415 makes a strong case that the series has found its footing again. The December 2025 edition leads with an in-depth look at Battlefield 6, including access to Battlefield Studios and the kind of detail PC Gamer readers expect from a cover feature. If you follow shooters, this one is worth your attention.

Battlefield 6 Leads the Charge 🎮

The cover story digs into what it takes to bring a long-running multiplayer FPS back to form. It covers the design decisions, the pressure on the developers, and the scale of the battles that define the new entry. The issue also includes a special report on release-date strategy and a look at how studios navigate expectations in a crowded market.

Baldur’s Gate II Turns 25

Robert Zak speaks with members of the original Baldur’s Gate II development team about the game’s creation and lasting influence. The feature examines why the RPG remains a touchstone for players and designers more than two decades after release. It sits alongside a Gunman Chronicles retrospective, where Rick Lane explores Valve’s buried FPS and speaks with its director.

Previews, Reviews, and PC Gaming Culture

Regular sections bring a wide survey of what’s happening in PC gaming. Previews include Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, Dinolords, Menace, Secret Agent Wizard Boy, Dispatch, Jurassic Park: Survival, and more. The reviews section covers Dying Light: The Beast, Hollow Knight: Silksong, Cronos: The New Dawn, Borderlands 4, Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor, and Sword of the Sea.

Hardware and Practical Advice

For readers building or upgrading a PC, the issue includes a group test, a tech report, a build guide, and a buyer’s guide. The hardware coverage is grounded in the same practical testing PC Gamer is known for, with a focus on real-world performance and value. Extra Life sections add mod spotlights, how-to guides, and columns on the games the team can’t stop playing.

Who This Issue Is For

This issue suits PC gamers who want a mix of reporting, criticism, and hardware insight. Whether you’re following the Battlefield 6 conversation, revisiting Baldur’s Gate II’s legacy, or looking for your next PC upgrade, issue 415 packs a lot into its 132 pages. It’s a snapshot of PC gaming at the end of 2025, written for readers who care about the details.