31. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
Platform: PlayStation 3
US Release Year: 2011
Overall Rating: 4.4 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Sandbox), Role Playing (RPG) (Elements)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Bethesda Softworks
Publisher: 2K
Synopsis: Just as the headman's axe is about to end your criminal life, a beast from legend, long thought dead, appears: a dragon. As you escape, the key to your destiny is awoken: you are a dragonborn with the ability harness the power of the powerful enemies. Yet you must not only deal with these age-old creatures but also a kingdom in turmoil as the future of the Empire of Tamriel hangs in the balance on the outcome of the choices you make.
32. GoldenEye 007
Platform: Nintendo 64
US Release Year: 1997
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (First-Person Shooter)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Rare
Publisher: Nintendo
Synopsis: Based on the movie of the same name, you control Agent James Bond as you go up against a treacherous Russian general and a ex-operative to stop them from using an EMP-generating satellite as a terrorist weapon. Also features a groundbreaking split-screen multiplayer mode that influenced many future games.
33. Pokémon Red Version
Platform: Game Boy / Color
US Release Year: 1998
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Role Playing (RPG) (Turn-Based RPG)
ESRB Rating: E
Developer: Game Freak
Publisher: Nintendo
34. Uncharted: Drake's Fortune
Platform: PlayStation 3
US Release Year: 2007
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure, Third-Person Shooter)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Naughty Dog
Publisher: Sony
Synopsis: Nathan Drake is about to uncover his families' legacy: after discovering the location of explorer Sir Francis Drake, it leads him on a path towards the fabled treasure of El Dorado. Dodging modern pirates and a fellow treasure hunter, Drake will have to use his wits and skills to survive the expedition and uncover the secret behind this long-lost treasure.
35. Divinity: Original Sin
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2015
Overall Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars
Genres: Role Playing (RPG) (Turn-Based RPG)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Larian Studios
Publisher: Larian Studios
Synopsis: Set before the events of Divine Divinity - a pair of Source Hunters are in Rivellon,
investigating a report of dark magic in the realm. The enveloping, non-linear story is full of
immersive environments, memorable characters and hidden treasures. Co-op can be
played online or with two-player split-screen locally. This enhanced edition comes with
hours of re-mastered dialogue.
36. Call of Duty: Black Ops II
Platform: Xbox 360
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (First-Person Shooter)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Treyarch
Publisher: Activision
Synopsis: Spanning years from the 1980s Cold War to a near-future scenario dominated by technology and weaponized mechs, Call of Duty: Black Ops II features both returning characters and new faces as players must navigate two distinct, playable time periods where their decisions will affect the outcome of the game.
37. Half-Life 2
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2004
Overall Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (First-Person Shooter)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Valve Corporation
Publisher: VU Games
38. Metal Gear Solid
Platform: PlayStation
US Release Year: 1998
Overall Rating: 4.2 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure, Stealth)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Konami
Publisher: Konami
Synopsis: Solid Snake is forced out of retirement after the rouge group FOXHOUND leads an uprising on Shadow Moses island, taking hostages and control of a nuclear mecha, threatening retaliation against the U.S. unless their demands are met.
39. Metal Gear Solid: The Twin Snakes
Platform: GameCube
US Release Year: 2004
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Stealth)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Silicon Knights
Publisher: Konami
40. Mario Kart 64
Platform: Nintendo 64
US Release Year: 1997
Overall Rating: 4.3 out of 5 stars
Genres: Driving (Kart)
ESRB Rating: E
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
