31. Legend of Grimrock
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Role Playing (RPG) (Dungeon Crawler)
Developer: Almost Human
Publisher: Almost Human
32. Need for Speed: Most Wanted
Platform: Xbox 360
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 3.8 out of 5 stars
Genres: Driving (Racing)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Criterion Games
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Synopsis: The 19th installment of the Need for Speed franchise returns to its roots. An open-world racing game where split-second decisions can mean winning or losing, you will not only have to outsmart the police, but out-drive your friends, if you want to become the most wanted. Unlock a variety of high performance vehicles, enjoy seamless multiplayer and never worry about rules as you race to the top.
33. Kirby's Dream Collection: Special Edition
Platform: Wii
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Compilation, Action (2D Platformer)
ESRB Rating: E10+
Developer: HAL Laboratory
Publisher: Nintendo
Synopsis: In celebration of the 20th Anniversary of the Kirby franchise, this collector's edition compilation disc contains five of Kirby's most memorable adventures: Kirby's Dream Land, Kirby's Adventure, Kirby's Dream Land 2, Kirby Super Star and Kirby's Dream Land 3. This collector's edition also comes packaged with an interactive Kirby timeline, music CD and a full-color book detailing the history of everyone's favorite pink, puffball.
34. Forza Horizon
Platform: Xbox 360
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Driving (Racing)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Microsoft Game Studios
Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios
Synopsis: Forza style meets all-out action: with the backdrop of a music festival in Colorado, you'll race on the open road, gain fame by blazing through civilian traffic or take on helicopters and planes in showcase challenges. Also, for the first time, race at night with full 24 hour light cycle. Online experiences include games like cat&mouse and tag featuring 2-8 players, plus leaderboards.
35. Vessel
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (2D Platformer)
Developer: Strange Loop Games
Publisher: indiePub
36. Fez
Platform: Xbox Live Arcade
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (2D Platformer)
ESRB Rating: E
Developer: Polytron
Publisher: Polytron
37. The Walking Dead; The Telltale Series
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Telltale Games
Publisher: Telltale Games
Synopsis: Jump into the terrifying world of Robert Kirkman’s The Walking Dead: you are placed in the shoes of Lee Everett, a convicted criminal who finds himself thrown into a world where the dead have risen and a few survivors attempt to cling to humanity. Episode 1: A New Day is the first part with subsequent episode releases throughout the year. Each decision you make will have far-reaching consequences - how will you survive?
38. Penny Arcade's On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness 3
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Role Playing (RPG) (Turn-Based RPG)
Developer: Zeboyd Games
Publisher: Zeboyd Games
39. Penny Arcade's On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness 3
Platform: Xbox Live Arcade
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Role Playing (RPG) (Turn-Based RPG)
Developer: Zeboyd Games
Publisher: Zeboyd Games
40. Tony Hawk's Pro Skater HD
Platform: PlayStation Network
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Sports (Skateboarding)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Robomodo
Publisher: Activision
Synopsis: An updated version of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater, and the sequel, featuring updated graphics, game mechanics and a mix of old school music and skateboarders mixed with some fresh faces and tracks. Also features online multiplayer.
