Best 2013

The Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM), also known as Mangalyaan, is a space probe launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in November 2013. The spacecraft successfully entered Mars orbit in September 2014, making India the first nation to successfully reach Martian orbit on its first atte...

Deemo is a mobile rhythm game created by Rayark that utilizes piano keys as its primary control method. The game’s notable aspect lies in its emotionally resonant story following a young musician and a sentient tree. It's designed for players who enjoy rhythmic challenges and appreciate atmospheric,...

Phoebe Waller-Bridge: Fleabag Live is a stage recording of the 2013 one-woman play written and performed by Phoebe Waller-Bridge. Directed by Vicky Jones, the original theatrical production debuted at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe before inspiring the acclaimed British television series of the same...

Timothy Bradley defended his WBO welterweight championship against Ruslan Provodnikov in March 2013 at the Home Depot Center in Carson, California. The brutal bout was characterized by relentless pressure from Provodnikov and significant exchanges of punishment. Bradley won by unanimous decision, an...

Released in 2013 for Windows by Nitroplus, Kimi to Kanojo to Kanojo no Koi. (known as Totono) is a visual novel that initially presents as a conventional romance before transforming into a metafictional thriller. Written by Hajime Ninomiya, the game breaks the fourth wall as its characters become aw...

The Raven That Refused to Sing (and Other Stories) is the third solo studio album by British musician Steven Wilson, released in 2013 on Kscope Records. Produced by Alan Parsons, the album features six tracks performed by Wilson's touring band of Guthrie Govan, Nick Beggs, Marco Minnemann, Theo Trav...

Same Trailer Different Park is the major-label debut studio album by American country singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves, released in March 2013 on Mercury Nashville. The album blends country storytelling with pop influences and addresses themes of small-town life and social convention. It produced s...

Published in 2013, A Memory of Light is the fourteenth and final volume in Robert Jordan's epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time. Following Jordan's death, author Brandon Sanderson completed the manuscript using extensive notes and drafts left behind. The novel centers on the prophesied Last Battle...

A Certain Scientific Railgun T is a Japanese science fiction anime series set within Academy City, a futuristic metropolis populated by esper individuals. The story follows Mikoto Misaka, a Class-1 espere, and her classmates as they investigate strange occurrences linked to the Daihasei Festival. It...

The Ricoh GR is a compact camera featuring a fixed 28mm lens utilizing an APS-C sensor. This design delivers full-frame image quality in a small body, making it ideal for photographers prioritizing discreet street photography and photojournalism. It’s particularly suited to those needing a durable,...

Runner2 presents a unique rhythm game experience where players control an alien navigating increasingly complex environments to music. The title builds upon its predecessor’s auto-running gameplay incorporating rhythmic challenges that demand precise timing and coordination. It's designed for gamers...

A 2013 Japanese Fuji TV sequel in which Masato Sakai reprises his role as eccentric, undefeated defense attorney Komikado Kensuke in high-stakes, comedic courtroom battles.

Madoka Kaname and her best friend Sayaka Miki are ordinary middle school students in the city of Mitakihara. But one day, they encounter a strange cat-like creature named Kyuubey, who claims he can grant them one wish. In exchange, they would become magical girls and fight against evil perpetrated b...

The Mountain is the third studio album by the British progressive metal band Haken, released in 2013 on InsideOut Music. It serves as a defining record in modern progressive metal, noted for its complex rhythmic shifts, multi-part vocal harmonies, and incorporation of jazz fusion elements. The album...

Splinter Cell: Blacklist revitalizes the franchise with a modern setting and a focus on tactical stealth. Sam Fisher's skills are tested in a global conflict, demanding strategic planning, skillful execution, and a mastery of gadgets. The game's immersive environments and challenging missions provid...

"Late Night Tales: Beach House" is a compilation and DJ mix album curated by the American dream pop duo Beach House, released in 2017 as part of the longstanding "Late Night Tales" series. The album reflects the band's stylistic preferences, featuring a curated selection of atmospheric tracks from v...

In September 2013, Floyd Mayweather fought Canelo Alvarez in a super welterweight title unification bout held at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Mayweather won the contest by majority decision, maintaining his undefeated professional record. The event generated massive commercial success, drawing signif...

Dream Girl: The Misconceptions of You is the first part of SHINee's third Korean studio album project, released in February 2013 by SM Entertainment. It was later paired with Why So Serious?: The Misconceptions of Me, with both parts subsequently collected as The Misconceptions of Us. Led by the fun...

Woman is a 2013 Japanese drama focusing on a woman’s struggle for survival after a devastating accident leaves her as a single mother. The series explores themes of resilience and familial bonds within a realistic portrayal of hardship. It's notable for its emotionally driven narrative and offers in...

"Trap Lord" is the debut studio album by American rapper ASAP Ferg, released on August 20, 2013. As a member of the Harlem-based hip hop collective ASAP Mob, Ferg's album heavily features the group's signature production and guest appearances from fellow members like ASAP Rocky. The album includes p...

Alfonso Cuarón's 'Gravity' is a gripping survival thriller that plunges viewers into the terrifying reality of space debris and the struggle for survival. The film's stunning visual effects and immersive sound design create a palpable sense of tension and isolation. While the science isn't always pe...

Portal’s Vexovoid (2013) is a challenging death-metal album from Australia. It showcases avant-garde techniques and chaotic arrangements, creating intensely dissonant soundscapes. The work draws heavily on Lovecraftian horror themes and is appreciated by listeners interested in experimental metal, p...

Carcass’s Surgical Steel represents a significant return for the influential death metal band. Released in 2013, this sixth studio album showcased their continued mastery of melodic death metal after a seventeen-year absence from recording. The work is notable for its modern sound while retaining Ca...

Gorguts’ Colored Sands is a complex death-metal album from 2013. The Canadian band delivers intricate technical arrangements and avant-garde influences, showcasing a significant shift in their sound. It’s notable for its demanding musicianship and earned the group a Juno Award nomination. This album...

Long.Live.A$AP is the debut studio album by American rapper ASAP Rocky, released in 2013 through ASAP Worldwide, Polo Grounds Music, and RCA Records. It combines Southern-influenced hip hop and trap with atmospheric production, while featuring guests including Drake, 2 Chainz, Kendrick Lamar, and Sc...

Nebraska is a 2013 American black-and-white road film directed by Alexander Payne and written by Bob Nelson. Bruce Dern plays Woody Grant, an elderly Montana resident convinced that a promotional mailing entitles him to a million-dollar prize, while Will Forte plays the son who accompanies him towar...

Oregairu, also known as My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU, is a Japanese anime series adapted from a popular light novel. It follows the lives of five high school students sentenced to community service together. The story explores themes of isolation, friendship, and personal growth through realistic c...

NBA 2K14, released in 2013, was a fifteenth installment of the basketball simulation franchise for Windows, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. LeBron James served as the cover athlete and music curator, alongside the return of Crew Mode after its absence in the previous title. The...

Grisaia no Rakuen, known in English as The Eden of Grisaia, is a romance and action visual novel developed by Frontwing. Originally released for Windows in 2013, it serves as the third and final installment in the Grisaia trilogy. The narrative concludes the overarching storyline by exploring the da...