This year, we wanted to find those ongoing games that always had something up their sleeves for the fans who kept coming back, the games that refuse to bask in previous triumphs and always offer something new to coincide with the change in seasons and fan attitudes. We think we found a couple of great nominees, as well as one heck of a winner.

Hey Pokémon GO trainers! So, if you haven’t heard yet, Critical Hit has teamed up with the fantastic folks over at Gautrain, who’ve likewise partnered with the National Zoological Garden, to combine our love of video games with their passion for nature. We’re running a massive event from 14 – 28 December, with stands from our awesome friends at Megarom, …

Nothing ever seems like it’s off the cards for Pokémon GO, as much like the little pocket monsters we collect, Niantic is continually evolving the game to keep the player base interested. Finally, the long awaited and highly anticipated Trainer Battles mode has been realised. After a series of cryptic tweets that had the community buzzing, the official announcement came in last week. Trainers will now be able to put their Pokémon to the test against other trainers, the team leaders included.

What truly makes Pokémon Go terrific however, is that it’s a global phenomenon. One that has seen it spread its influence far beyond the usual borders and grow communities in even the most remote places on the planet. South Africa is no different, with our very own people of the South having regular community events that are aimed at growing a game that still emphasises fun, health and socialising. And if you’re looking to join in on said fun, then you can grab your phone, install the app and mosey on down to one of several locations for the latest Pokémon Go community Day.

Missed many Pokemon GO Community Days this year? Good news, because Niantic is giving you an extended chance to catch up on missed chances next weekend.

If you thought that Diablo Immortal’s PR disaster was a hell of a headache for Blizzard, then their plans for a mobile version of one of their other beloved properties is probably going to result in the company reaching for a handful of Mybulin tablets when it’s eventually revealed. While Kotaku’s report on the past, present and future of Diablo may have revealed some positive information on the next sequel being grimmer and dankier than ever, the future of WarCraft might lie in more mobile spaces.

Despite fears over its simplicity, critics seem to agree that Pokemon Let's Go Pikachu and Eevee has something to enjoy for both new and old seasoned fans.

The cute Poke Ball controller for Pokemon Let's Go will integrate with Pokemon GO too, giving you another way to spon those stops as you walk past.