The first week of December is quieter than usual, but still delivers a few releases worth paying attention to. Marvel Cosmic Invasion kicks things off on December 1 with a classic beat-’em-up approach backed by a recognizable IP. Nintendo players get a notable platform-specific moment with Assassin’s Creed Shadows launching on Switch 2 on December 2. Rounding out the week is Routine, the long-gestating sci-fi horror project finally arriving on December 4 after years of anticipation. Discover more inside.

Monday, December 1

Marvel Cosmic Invasion
| PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2

Tuesday, December 2

Assassin’s Creed Shadows
| Nintendo Switch 2

Thursday, December 4

Routine
| PC, Xbox Series X|S

This may be a lighter week on paper, but each release carries weight in its own way, whether through franchise recognition, platform strategy, or long-term anticipation. As December continues, the release calendar is expected to pick up again, making this a good opportunity to catch up before the next wave arrives.