11. Battlefield 1
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2016
Overall Rating: 4.2 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (First-Person Shooter)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: EA Digital Illusions CE
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Synopsis: The dawn of all-out war has arrived from urban combat in besieged French cities to the
freezing Alps to the deserts of Arabia - on land, sea or air. Features Dynamic Weather and
intuitive destruction so no two battles are ever the same. Up to 64-player online multiplayer
creates some of the most epic battles yet. Control everything from horses to the most
gargantuan airships to the sea-based Dreadnought - the most impressive line-up of
vehicles yet.
12. Doom
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2016
Overall Rating: 4.2 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (First-Person Shooter)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: id Software
Publisher: Bethesda Softworks
Synopsis: Doom, the game that revolutionized the FPS genre, returns. The Union Aerospace
Corporation has a massive research facility on Mars - one that has been overrun by a
terrifying demonic force. As the lone DOOM Marine, you are all that stands between
the horde and destruction. Utilize a massive arsenal of weapons and your skills - but
don't stop to rest, the relenteless campaign doesn't feature cover or health recovery.
The game also features a robust multiplayer mode and the ability to create your own
maps with DOOM SnapMap, a powerful but easy-to-use map editor for all platforms.
13. God of War
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2018
Overall Rating: 4.3 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Sony
Publisher: Sony
Synopsis: Kratos has left his vengeance against the gods of Olympus behind him. He has settled in the harsh, unforgiving land of the vikings - where Norse gods and monsters still roam. He wants a second chance to make things right, and does so by raising his son, turning his dark rage and lineage into strength to survive and become something better. The forests and mountains present plenty of challenge and danger and Kratos still wields his axe - both weapon and tool, for both protection and to teach. But can he truly change his nature or will a new pantheon of gods once again bring out his dark side?
14. Tomb Raider: The Definitive Edition
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2014
Overall Rating: 4.2 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Crystal Dynamics
Publisher: Square Enix
Synopsis: The origin story of Laura Croft is finally revealed. How did an unsure young woman transform into the tough-as-nails adventuring superstar? A forgotten island with a dark history holds the key as she will have to use all her skills - survival, weapons, stealth and melee to survive the ordeal. The game has been updated to provide the highest level of detail for next-gen consoles and well as all of the DLC and digital versions of the Dark Horse comic and Brady Games mini art book.
15. The Walking Dead: The Telltale Series Collection
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2017
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Compilation, Adventure
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Telltale Games
Publisher: Telltale Games
Synopsis: Featuring enhanced graphics, follow the story of Clementine set in Robert Kirkman's award-winning comic book universe where the dead have risen and humanity finds itself fighting for survival, not just against the dead, but against themselves. The choices you make not only drive the story, but ultimately who lives and who dies. Features Season One, Two, 400 Days and the Michonne storyline.
16. Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2018
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Role Playing (RPG)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Square Enix
Publisher: Square Enix
Synopsis: The long-awaited 11the entry in the popular Dragon Quest series returns featuring a hunted hero in a vast, beautifully-detailed world. The game is brought to live by a combination of stylistic cel-shading with photorealistic detail along with the unique art style of famed manga artist Akira Toriyama. Join up with a group of endearing, unique characters, each with their own stories. Explore cities, quaint villages and deep dungeons. Enjoy a turn-based battle systems that is easy for new-comers to pick up but deep enough for hardcore fans. An epic mystery and riveting story as you can only find in a Dragon Quest title awaits.
17. Dragon Age: Inquisition
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2014
Overall Rating: 3.9 out of 5 stars
Genres: Role Playing (RPG)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: BioWare
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Synopsis: The land of Thedas has descended into chaos - dragons darken the skies while the
mages and Templars fight an all-out war. As the nations fight each other for control,
you, as the Inquisitor, have the power to restore order. Your inquisition will target the
agents of chaos and attempt to bring back the balance - but the choices you make,
who you choose to help and to destroy - will shape this new Dragon Age. This ia a
next-gen RPG with a character-driven story, an immersive world, memorable
characters and a high degree of customization over you and your followers.
18. Batman: Return to Arkham
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2016
Overall Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Compilation, Action (Action/Adventure)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Rocksteady Studios
Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive
Synopsis: Return to the games that re-defined Batman - Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman:
Arkham City return, both remastered and updated and including all the DLC for both
games. Experience the thrill of taking on a rogues gallery of Batman's greatest villains in
an exceptional and dark story.
19. Hitman: The Complete First Season
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2017
Overall Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure, Stealth)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: IO Interactive
Publisher: Square Enix
Synopsis: The world of Hitman gets a sandbox-style upgrade. From the fashionable city of Paris to
the bustling markets of Marrakesh - the game gives you free reign to plan the perfect
assassination. Espionage, infiltration and disguises - utilize all your tools to pull off the
perfect mission. The game also features time-exclusive contracts and community
competitions along with Contracts 2.0 - challenge your friends to take out a chosen target
in this richer, deeper and expanded mode. The Definitive Edition includes all Season One content, Patient Zero bonus content, GotY content plus Escalation Contracts, Featured Contracts and Challenge Packs.
20. Sonic Mania
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2017
Overall Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (2D Platformer)
ESRB Rating: E
Developer: Sega, PagodaWest Games
Publisher: Sega
Synopsis: Sonic, Tails and Knuckles are back in an all new 2D adventure that is polished for the
current generation but honors the gameplay of the classic original. The next-level design
gives you both all-new zones and re-mixed classics as you take advantage of Sonic's
new Drop Dash, Tails' flight, and Knuckles' climbing abilities in order to take down Dr.
Eggman and his robot minions. Discover hidden secrets and paths, battle devious bosses
and relive the adventure all over again.
