We are in the last days of 2024, an opportunity to look back and evaluate the year that was. What were the highs and lows, the disappointments that left us lost and the surprises that ruled our love of games? And, importantly, how did Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo manage this difficult period in which all their consoles are several years old but they are not ready to replace them yet? (A successor to Nintendo's Switch is coming soon, the company has confirmed, but they have yet to officially announce or show off the device.) Well, we've spent much of the week This past consideration of these questions. Now, for your reading pleasure, enjoy our answers, as we all take a moment to catch our breath before finding out exactly what 2025 holds. And if you're looking for more year end cover, don't miss it our picks for the best games of 2024.