Best Video Game

Nintendo's monumental sequel to Breath of the Wild redefines open-world adventure with its revolutionary Ultrahand and Fuse mechanics, allowing for unparalleled creativity in traversal and combat. The...

Undertale is a groundbreaking indie RPG from Toby Fox that subverts traditional genre conventions. Players encounter monsters but can choose to fight or find non-violent solutions through dialogue and...

Persona 5 Royal is an enhanced version of the stylish Japanese RPG from Atlus. It masterfully blends traditional dungeon-crawling, turn-based combat with a life simulation social link system. Players...

Dark Souls is a groundbreaking action RPG from FromSoftware that defined the 'Souls-like' subgenre. It is renowned for its challenging but fair combat, intricate, interconnected world design, and a un...

Divinity: Original Sin 2 is a critically acclaimed CRPG from Larian Studios that emphasizes tactical turn-based combat and immense player creativity. Its combat system is built around environmental in...

Final Fantasy VI is a masterpiece JRPG that represents the pinnacle of the 16-bit era. It features a sprawling narrative with a large, well-developed ensemble cast, each with unique abilities and pers...

Mass Effect 2 is a sci-fi action RPG from BioWare that perfected the cinematic, choice-driven formula of the trilogy. As Commander Shepard, players assemble a diverse team of specialists for a suicide...

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is a defining open-world action RPG from Bethesda Game Studios. It offers unparalleled freedom, allowing players to explore the frigid province of Skyrim at their own pace,...

Planescape: Torment is a story-focused CRPG set in the bizarre, philosophical multiverse of Dungeons & Dragons' Planescape setting. You play as The Nameless One, an immortal amnesiac searching for his...

Baldur's Gate 3 is a landmark CRPG from Larian Studios, offering an unparalleled Dungeons & Dragons 5e experience. Its deep, reactive narrative branches based on player choices, companion relationship...

A critically acclaimed precision platformer about climbing a mountain, both literally and metaphorically. Celeste's tight controls and ingenious level design present a formidable challenge, perfectly...

A masterclass in the Metroidvania genre, Hollow Knight immerses players in the vast, decaying insect kingdom of Hallownest. It features challenging, precise combat, a sprawling interconnected world to...

A groundbreaking exploration game set in a handcrafted, doomed solar system on a 22-minute time loop. Progress is measured purely by knowledge; there are no upgrades, only the information you discover...

Disco Elysium is a unique, award-winning RPG that completely forgoes traditional combat in favor of deep dialogue and skill checks. You play as a amnesiac detective in a dystopian city, solving a murd...

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the definitive racing experience on Nintendo Switch, featuring 48 tracks across vibrant, imaginative worlds like Rainbow Road and Luigis Mansion. Players choose from iconic char...

NieR: Automata is an action role-playing game set in a post-apocalyptic world where players control combat androids from the YoRHa units. The game features fast-paced combat, a deep and emotional stor...

With its stylish art direction and unique blend of life simulation and dungeon crawling, Persona 5 captivates players with its engaging story about rebellion and friendship. The game’s vibrant charact...

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a landmark action RPG from CD Projekt Red, renowned for its vast, handcrafted open world, morally complex storytelling, and deeply impactful player choices. As monster hunt...

Santa Monica Studio's epic conclusion to the Norse saga is a masterclass in cinematic action-adventure. It delivers a profoundly emotional story, refined and visceral combat, and stunningly detailed r...

A psychological horror deckbuilder that begins as a roguelike card game in a creepy cabin, but constantly subverts expectations with meta-narrative twists and escape room-style puzzles. The core card...

A run-and-gun boss rush game famously animated in the style of 1930s rubber hose cartoons. Every frame is hand-drawn and watercolor-painted, creating a visually stunning and authentic period piece. Th...

The game that defined the roguelike deckbuilding genre. Players choose one of four unique characters, each with their own card pool, and ascend a spire of procedurally generated combats, events, and m...

World of Warcraft is the definitive massively multiplayer online RPG that dominated the genre for over a decade and shaped modern online gaming. Set in the Warcraft universe, it allows players to crea...

Dragon Age: Origins is a dark fantasy CRPG from BioWare that marked a return to the studio's roots of tactical, party-based gameplay and deep narrative choice. Players select a unique 'origin' story t...

Fallout: New Vegas, developed by Obsidian Entertainment, is a post-apocalyptic action RPG set in the Mojave Wasteland. It is celebrated for its exceptional writing, deep role-playing systems, and the...

An open-world racing game set in a vibrant Mexico, offering stunning visuals and a vast array of cars.

Dragon Quest XI is a critically acclaimed role-playing game (RPG) developed and published by Square Enix. It follows the journey of a hero who must save the world from a dark force, engaging in turn-b...

A timeless classic that revolutionized the JRPG genre, Chrono Trigger features a captivating time-traveling narrative, memorable characters, and multiple endings. Its innovative battle system and beau...

Often hailed as the game that brought JRPGs to the mainstream, Final Fantasy VII combines a gripping story with unforgettable characters like Cloud and Sephiroth. Its stunning visuals, epic soundtrack...