Table of Contents[Hide][Show]
#45 Life is Strange 2
Dontnod Entertainment may be best known for their work on the Life is Strange franchise and while Life is Strange 2 had a long wait between episode releases, you can now enjoy the full game. All of the episodes have been released and best of all, if you’re a newcomer to the franchise, you don’t have to play Life is Strange, Before The Storm, or really Captain Spirit, to enjoy this installment. Life is Strange 2 is a narrative-focused game and it presents players with an assortment of choices throughout the campaign.
Depending on your choices will determine how the game plays out and of course the ending you will receive. We’re not going to spoil anything for you especially since this is an episodic game that really thrives on the narrative. As a small premise, this is a mature story revolving around two boys that are on the run from the authorities.
#44 Dreams
Dreams from developers Media Molecule is a unique game that I think may cater to certain players. It’s less of a game and more of software full of assets that will for user-generated content. We’ve seen some really incredible pieces of art, video games and even copycat creations of other iconic titles from the past. You’re given everything you would need in order to make whatever you’d like. With that said, you can enjoy creations made by others, but if you rather enjoy something alone and simply create then you can’t go wrong with picking up a copy of Dreams.
#43 Stardew Valley
Stardew Valley is a beloved simulator game that was developed thanks to the inspiration from the Harvest Moon franchise. Much like the long-running franchise, players take control of an old farm where you must get it back into a fruitful state. Outside of maintaining the farm which will consist of you dealing with harvesting crops and raising livestock, you’ll also be able to interact with the people that live within the town. This is a chill and relax style game which has become a massive hit. Likewise, the game is available on several platforms so you can enjoy it on consoles, PC or even your smartphone. While we are putting this game as a single-player title, it’s worth noting that you can enjoy multiplayer with up to four different players
#42 Far Cry New Dawn
Note: Spoilers for Far Cry 5
If you enjoyed Far Cry 5 then you know that the ending leaves you hanging. At the end of the game, you find that the world is on the brink of collapsing due to the end of the world and you find yourself stuck with the antagonist where the game ends following credits. Now if you’re hoping to find out what happens after the credits roll and what has happened to Hope County after the nuclear blast then you’ll get the opportunity in Far Cry New Dawn. This title takes place seventeen years after the events of Far Cry 5 where you will find returning characters from Far Cry 5 and the result of the protagonist and antagonist of Far Cry 5.
With Hope County mangled and distorted by the nuclear blast, players will find new landmasses to explore. Survivors have started to rebuild the world but a new threat of bandits has prevented Hope County from truly being free from tyranny control. Players will be stepping up to free up outposts and preventing from the new bandit group controlled by twin sisters from destroying Hope County and the innocent citizens who dwell within it. While the game does offer multiplayer, it’s still a solid single player experience. However, this game may really not be for everyone. If you enjoyed Far Cry 5 and want more of it then this is a game for you. But, there are some who found Far Cry 5 to really not be up to par with the franchise and if you fall in that category then this will be a title you’ll want to pass out.
#41 Dragon Age: Inquisition
- Developer: BioWare Edmonton
- Publisher: Electronic Arts
- Platforms: PC, PS3, PS4, X360, XBO
The third major installment to the Dragon Age franchise, Dragon Age: Inquisition is an action role-playing video game where players take on the role of an Inquisitor who is on a grand journey to deal with the civil unrest in the continent of Thedas.
While developers have set the game to be on the same continent of the past two installments, exploration for Dragon Age: Inquisition is rather massive in comparison. For instance, it’s been noted that the game features a map that is already five times larger than the setting of the first installment of the series. With all that said, you’ll want to set aside some time to really dive into the video game.
#40 Batman: Arkham Knight
If you’re coming from Batman: Arkham City and looking to get a bit more of the caped crusader then Batman: Arkham Knight is one title not to miss out on. The video game acts as a sequel to the Arkham City release where the game picks up one year following the Arkham City events.
Within the game, Scarecrow had unleashed an attack on Gotham City causing a massive evacuation. Teamed up with a mysterious enemy known as the Arkham Knight, Batman is left within a barren city filled with his greatest foes.
Much like Batman: Arkham City, Arkham Knight allows players to freely transverse through the world map and take on additional side missions. Likewise, developers, Rocksteady Studios introduced a new element to the franchise, the Batmobile.
Batman’s famous vehicle is not only used to help our hero to travel throughout the city, but also a means to solve puzzles along with acting as another combat tool.
