41. Life is Strange
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2016
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Adventure
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: DONTNOD Entertainment
Publisher: Square Enix
Synopsis: Max, a senior photography student, is unexpectedly gifted with the power to reverse time.
After she saves the life of Chloe, a childhood best friend she hasn't seen in five years, it
throws them both into a deeper mystery surrounding Arcadia Bay. As Max deals with the
consequences of her actions, the two also find themselves on the trail of Rachel Amber,
who has been found murdered.
42. XCOM 2
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2016
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Strategy (Turn-Based Strategy)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Firaxis Games, Feral Interactive
Publisher: 2K, Feral Interactive
Synopsis: It has been 20 years - 20 years since the aliens arrived, 20 years since the world
capitulated to their rule. XCOM, the last line of planetary defense, was left decimated and
scattered. Now, as shining alien cities promise hope and peace but hide a sinister agenda,
the scattered remnants living on the fringe must find a way to rise from the ashes and stop
the threat before it's too late to get the Earth back.
43. Rise of the Tomb Raider
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2016
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Crystal Dynamics
Publisher: Eidos Interactive
Synopsis: Lara Croft has stumbled upon an ancient mystery - one that may hold the secret to
immortality - but such a secret will require all her skills and knowledge. Traveling to
some of the most remote regions in the world, she will finally embrace her title of Tomb
Raider - making new alliances (and enemies) along the way. Face off against savage
creatures, daunting landscapes and other dangers. Customize your outfit and
weapons to suit your play style - from up close and personal melee to bow skills to
explosives - and don't forget to use the environment to your advantage. This is the first
grand adventure that will give rise to a legend.
44. Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2016
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Survival Horror), Adventure (Visual Novel)
Developer: Spike, Chunsoft, Abstraction
Publisher: Spike, Chunsoft
Synopsis: Makoto Naegi seems like a completely average teen - but somehow finds himself
accepted into the prestigious Hope's Peak Academy - a haven for the "ultimate" students.
But Hope's Peak is no paradise - a dangerous mastermind has taken control, turning the
school into a prison where murders occur daily. It's up to Naegi to figure out the truth, spar
with the nefarious Monokuma in a battle of wits and uncover the secrets of the school.... or
die trying.
45. Hitman GO: Definitive Edition
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2016
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Strategy (Turn-Based Strategy)
ESRB Rating: E10+
Developer: Square Enix
Publisher: Square Enix
46. SUPERHOT
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2016
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (First-Person Shooter)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: SUPERHOT Team
Publisher: SUPERHOT Team
47. Tom Clancy's The Division
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2016
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Third-Person Shooter, Stealth)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Ubisoft
Publisher: Ubisoft
Synopsis: A pandemic has swept across New York City - the city descends into chaos as general
services shut down one by one. It is up to The Division to take back the city and discover
the source of this virus. But they aren't alone - deadly gangs roam the streets including
escaped convicts from Riker's Island and the flamethrower-wielding Cleaners who believe
fire is the answer to everything. Level up your gear and weapons, or take part in the
seamless multiplayer in the dark zone of Manhattan.
48. Tom Clancy's The Division
Platform: Xbox One
US Release Year: 2016
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Third-Person Shooter, Stealth)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Ubisoft
Publisher: Ubisoft
Synopsis: A pandemic has swept across New York City - the city descends into chaos as general
services shut down one by one. It is up to The Division to take back the city and discover
the source of this virus. But they aren't alone - deadly gangs roam the streets including
escaped convicts from Riker's Island and the flamethrower-wielding Cleaners who believe
fire is the answer to everything. Level up your gear and weapons, or take part in the
seamless multiplayer in the dark zone of Manhattan.
49. Shantae: Risky's Revenge
Platform: Nintendo Network
US Release Year: 2016
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure, 2D Platformer)
ESRB Rating: E10+
Developer: WayForward Technologies
Publisher: WayForward Technologies
50. Tales from the Borderlands
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2016
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Adventure (Visual Novel)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Telltale Games
Publisher: Telltale Games
Synopsis: Telltale Games brings their award-winning adventure series to the Borderlands universe.
Following the death of Handsome Jack, Hyperion "suit" Rhys is looking to pick up the
pieces and become the next big thing; meanwhile, con artist Fiona is looking to make the
swindle of a lifetime. Both are thrown together on an adventure for a big pile of money they
both think is theirs. Meet familiar faces, visit familiar locations in this five-part adventure full
of humor and heart where each choice you make shapes the outcome.
