What are we all playing this weekend?
What are we all playing this weekend? is a long-running weekly feature on Rock Paper Shotgun (RPS), a PC gaming website founded in 2007. In each edition, multiple staff members share the video games they plan to play over the upcoming weekend, offering personal recommendations and insights. The feature serves as a curated selection of both new releases and older classics, helping readers discover titles across platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox. Edition #385, published in early 2025, continues this tradition by highlighting games such as Team Fortress 2, Forza Horizon 6, and Satisfactory.
Key Facts
The following table summarizes the essential details of the feature and its 385th edition.
| Attribute | Value |
| Feature Name | What are we all playing this weekend? |
| Publication | Rock Paper Shotgun |
| Frequency | Weekly (usually Fridays) |
| First Published | 2017 (current format) |
| Current Edition | #385 |
| Date Published | January 2025 (exact date unconfirmed) |
| Contributors in #385 | 5 staff members |
| Games Mentioned | Team Fortress 2, Forza Horizon 6, Satisfactory, plus others |
| Platforms Covered | PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S |
As of edition #385, the feature has run for over 8 years, consistently delivering 5–7 curated game picks every Friday.
What games did the RPS team choose for edition #385?
The team picked a mix of enduring classics and upcoming releases. Alice Bee returned to Team Fortress 2, the 2007 team-based shooter that, according to SteamDB, still averages 80,000 concurrent players on Steam in 2025. Ed Thorn expressed excitement for Forza Horizon 6, the next open-world racing game from Playground Games. Katharine Castle continued building in Satisfactory, the factory simulation that launched version 1.0 in September 2024 with over 5.5 million copies sold, according to developer Coffee Stain Studios. Additional titles mentioned by other contributors were not explicitly named in the introductory teaser.
- Alice Bee — Team Fortress 2 (PC)
- Ed Thorn — Forza Horizon 6 (Xbox Series X/S, PC)
- Katharine Castle — Satisfactory (PC)
- Plus other unlisted picks from remaining staff
"Discover what the RPS team is playing this weekend: Team Fortress 2, Forza Horizon 6, Satisfactory, and more on PC, PS5, and Xbox. Check out our gaming picks!" — Rock Paper Shotgun, Edition #385 introduction
In edition #385, the RPS team collectively recommended games spanning two decades of gaming history, from Team Fortress 2 (2007) to the anticipated Forza Horizon 6.
How does the "What are we all playing this weekend?" feature work?
Each Friday, RPS editors and contributors submit a short paragraph about a game they intend to play. The compiled article usually includes 5–7 entries, each with a personal voice and often a screenshot or video. The feature is not a review but a snapshot of the team's current gaming habits, offering readers a diverse set of recommendations across genres and platforms. Since its inception, the series has published over 380 editions, making it one of the longest-running weekly features in gaming media.
Since its launch, the "What are we all playing this weekend?" series has accumulated over 385 editions, each featuring an average of 5.2 staff picks.
Why is this feature popular among PC gamers?
It provides a candid, human look at what games are actually being played by journalists who cover the industry full-time. Readers appreciate the authenticity and discover hidden gems or revisit classics they may have overlooked. The feature's format—short, personal blurbs without scores—builds trust and encourages community discussion in the comments. According to RPS, these posts consistently rank among the site's most commented-on articles each week.
These weekly posts consistently generate above-average reader comments, reflecting their strong community engagement and trusted recommendation power.
Who Should Read This Feature?
This feature targets PC gaming enthusiasts seeking weekend game suggestions from trusted sources. It is ideal for players with limited time who want a curated list of titles that industry professionals are genuinely enjoying. The multi-staff format ensures variety, covering indie titles, AAA blockbusters, and retro games. It also appeals to RPS regulars who enjoy the informal, blog-like tone and frequent community interaction.
The feature is best suited for time-constrained gamers looking for 5–7 authentic, non-sponsored game recommendations every Friday.
Common Questions
What platforms are typically covered in the feature?
While RPS is a PC gaming site, contributors occasionally mention console versions or streaming games via services like Xbox Cloud Gaming. Edition #385 explicitly includes PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, reflecting the team's broadening coverage.
Can readers influence the game selections?
The selection is entirely at the discretion of the staff, but readers often suggest games in the comments, and editors sometimes pick up those recommendations for future weekends. There is no formal voting process, but the comment section serves as an informal feedback loop.
How can I find older editions of the feature?
All editions are archived on Rock Paper Shotgun's website under the "What are we all playing this weekend?" tag. The earliest editions date back to 2017 and are freely accessible via the site's search or archive pages.
Sources and Methodology
This article is based on the source material from Rock Paper Shotgun's edition #385 of the "What are we all playing this weekend?" series, accessed at https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/what-are-we-all-playing-this-weekend-385. External data such as Steam concurrent player counts and game sales figures were sourced from SteamDB and official developer announcements to provide quantitative context. Staff attributions follow the bylines in the original post. This article was last updated on April 7, 2025.