1. GRAND THEFT AUTO V
The Grand Theft Auto series is a legend of gaming, and it consistently sets industry standards. Its latest game, Grand Theft Auto V, offers a wide variety of gameplay mechanics including driving, shooting, and flying. The game this time offers three sets of protagonists as well as an online mode that lets players wreak havoc even after the main storyline is completed.
2. ASSASSIN’S CREED: ODYSSEY
Assassin’s Creed: Odyssey continues the series’ tradition of using unique settings for their games. This time, the game takes place in ancient Greece. As can be expected, the gameplay revolves around parkour and combat. The gameplay also features a few RPG elements.
3. THE WITCHER 3
The Witcher 3 has become an incredibly popular RPG, and for good reason. It boasts breathtaking visuals coupled with an enthralling story. Add to that the highly advanced combat system, and you have the perfect combination of action, strategy, and adventure. This game is well known as one of the world’s greatest RPGs and for a good reason. The Witcher 3 has outstanding graphics as well as a very compelling storyline. All this is tied together by tight combat and excellent gameplay mechanics.
4. RED DEAD REDEMPTION 2
Like its GTA brethren, Red Dead Redemption 2 offers a huge open world that offers lots of things to explore, as well as a compelling narrative about family, friends, betrayal, and redemption. The game also has smooth gameplay and is one of the most impressive graphics out there right now. This is the ultimate cowboy simulator.
5. THE ELDER SCROLLS V: SKYRIM
Bethesda is known for its massive RPGs and Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is no exception. It features a fantastic world filled with elves, magicians, and dragons. Despite this, the map has a multitude of things to explore, as well as side quests to complete. The game is so engaging that you may end up getting sidetracked when playing it.
6. MINECRAFT
Minecraft took the world by storm. It came with a unique retro pixelated art style that added to its charm. The game also featured a rich crafting system that is still considered one of the best. The game’s non-linear storyline and family-friendly gameplay also made it popular with kids.
7. DOOM: ETERNAL
The insane FPS action of Doom (2016) is taken to a whole new level with Doom: Eternal. This time around, the game offers improved traversal mechanics as well as tweaked gameplay. In addition, the heavy metal soundtrack fits the game perfectly.
8. FORZA HORIZON 4
Forza Horizon 4 is a stunning racing game set in a fictitious version of Great Britain. The game mixes beautiful countryside with narrow, twisting roads in cities to create a mixed experience. Seasons have been added to the series, which changes the gameplay a bit. In winter, the track is covered in snow, making driving more challenging.
9. AGE OF EMPIRES II: DEFINITIVE EDITION
One of the greatest Real-Time Strategy games ever created is Age of Empires II. The definitive edition brings back the classic gameplay along with some graphical enhancements to bring it up to date. The game includes brand-new destruction animations and new civilizations.
10. CALL OF DUTY: WARZONE
A free game from Activision, Call of Duty: Warzone combines the battle royale genre with the series’ tight gunplay. It features 60 players divided into teams of three, unlike most of its contemporaries. It is cross-platform compatible between PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 5, so you can team up with friends.
11. ORI AND THE WILL OF THE WISPS
The same team behind Ori and the Blind Forests created Ori and the Will of the Wisps, a sequel to the same fantastic game. This platformer has gorgeous visuals that wouldn’t look out of place on a canvas. However, a platformer is only as good as its controls, and the game does not disappoint. It’s not a movie without a beautiful soundtrack.
12. HALF LIFE: ALYX
Valve is developing and releasing Half-Life: Alyx in 2020. Alyx Vance is tasked with seizing a superweapon belonging to the aliens of the Combine between half-life and half-life 2.
13. BIOSHOCK: THE COLLECTION
Bioshock managed to combine over-the-top action and a deep story that blew gamers away. The Collections include all the DLC that was later released for each of the three games. Would you consider buying this game if you like story-based shooters?