“Batman: Arkham City” is a great blend of setting, narrative, and gameplay. “Arkham City” is the rare game that appeals to players who like open-world games as well as those who prefer cinematic games. The creators of “Arkham City” crafted an amazing cinematic adventure, with a script co-written by Batman icon Paul Dini, but the gamer still has tons of freedom within this style of game. You’ll spend hours traversing Arkham City looking for secrets and collectibles while enjoying an amazing narrative. The story is important to excellent games, and this one checks this box. It is a tale of regret and the rare opportunity to atone for past mistakes. The gameplay is addictive and fast-paced without ever getting repetitive. What’s amazing about “Skyrim” is the distinct, breakthrough impression that things are happening in this world beyond your character. In the past, it felt that RPG worlds waited for the player’s arrival to actually exist. Skyrim, however, is so detailed, carefully considered, and alive that it seems independent of your character. You’re a guest in this world. And that’s the kind of remarkable breakthrough that is influencing games in the PS4 generation and beyond. Telltale used this game to continue their breakthrough storytelling in current seasons of “Game of Thrones” and “Tales From the Borderlands.” They are as forward-thinking as any company out there, and it started here. It’s not just fun or well-made; it redefines what games can be, tapping into an emotional vein beyond simple manual coordination. It targets gamers in a completely different way. If the industry is going to better itself after things like Gamergate and the general exhaustion over the repetitive, violent quality of games, it needs to revisit the intent of video games. Get a look at what quality games should aspire toward by playing “Journey."
“Battlefield: Bad Company 2” (2010)“Dragon Age: Inquisition” (2014)“Far Cry 3” (2012)“God of War III” (2010)“Grand Theft Auto V” (2013)“Mass Effect 3” (2012)“Portal 2” (2011)“Rayman Legends” (2013)“Tomb Raider” (2013)“XCOM: Enemy Unknown” (2012)
