71. Dishonored
Platform: PlayStation 3
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure, Sandbox)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Arkane Studios
Publisher: Bethesda Game Studios
Synopsis: Once a bodyguard for the empress, you have been framed for her murder and turned assassin - leaving a disturbing mask as your calling card. Steam-punk inspired technology meets with supernatural abilities in this immersive first-person action game as you search for the truth behind your betrayal.
72. Rocksmith
Platform: PlayStation 3
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Casual (Rhythm)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Ubisoft
Publisher: Ubisoft
73. Skylanders Giants
Platform: Wii
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (3D Platformer)
ESRB Rating: E10+
Developer: Toys for Bob
Publisher: Activision
Synopsis: An all-new adventure awaits: Once, thousands of years ago, the Skylands were home to the Skylanders Giants, who fought epic battles. Yet they were banished to the Earth but now, with Kaos threatening to destroy everything, it is time to awaken the giants. Using the Portal of Power, you will join the battle to retake the Skylands and stop Kaos once and for all.
74. Home Run Stars
Platform: Xbox Live Arcade
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Sports (Baseball)
ESRB Rating: E
Developer: Smoking Gun Interactive
Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios
75. WWE '13
Platform: Xbox 360
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Sports (Wrestling)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: THQ
Publisher: THQ
Synopsis: It's time to relive the the attitude ear as WWE '13 takes a step back in time to bring back the raucous Monday Night Wars where "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and The Undertaker battles for supremacy. The robust character-creation mode is back, along with all new predator 2.0 technology to deliver the most realistic wrestling action yet. Improved sound, design and awe-inspiring "Spectacular Moments" make this a must have for any wrestling fan.
76. Rayman Origins
Platform: Nintendo 3DS
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (2D Platformer)
ESRB Rating: E10+
Developer: Ubisoft
Publisher: Ubisoft
Synopsis: A delightful day at The Snoring Tree turns into a world-changing adventure when Rayman and his friends awaken the army of the Darktoons, who threaten their entire world. With the help of the bodacious nymphs of The Glade, Rayman, Globox and the Teensie wizards will work to bring peace back over 12 unique worlds and 60 2D platforming levels.
77. Assassin's Creed III
Platform: Wii U
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Stealth, Sandbox)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Ubisoft
Publisher: Ubisoft
Synopsis: The descendants of the ancient Templar order of assassins has made it to the Americas, circa 1775. A brave Native American warrior looking to protect his home territory suddenly finds himself a part of history as he is molded into a master assassin and plays a crucial part in the American Revolution. Use new weapons and techniques - tomahawk, rope, firearms and darts to take down your targets. Take the battle from the sea to the battlefields and enjoy an intense new multiplayer experience.
78. Batman: Arkham City
Platform: Wii U
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Rocksteady Studios
Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive
Synopsis: Melee, stealth, investigative skills, gadgets - Batman is back, and this time he's up against an entire city of his most depraved, cunning enemies. After the events of Arkham Asylum, a new facility has been set up up, five times larger than the island. This time Batman is not alone, as you can also play as Catwoman. Use your hand-to-hand skills, familiar and new gadgets and your keen mind to stop your enemies and protect your city. The Armored Edition features content specifically designed to take advantage of the Wii U controller system.
79. Tekken Tag Tournament 2
Platform: Wii U
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (3D Fighting)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Namco Bandai
Publisher: Namco Bandai
Synopsis: The ultimate tag team fighter is back! With a roster of over 50 characters, new environmental effects and moves and online and offline support, it delivers the most intense tag team fighting yet. Up to four players can control a single character, or take on classic 2 vs. 2, 1 vs. 1 or 1 vs. 2 battles.
80. ZombiU
Platform: Wii U
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (First-Person Shooter, Survival Horror)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Ubisoft
Publisher: Ubisoft
Synopsis: London's falling to a deadly epidemic as the dead rise to consume the living! Can you survive? ZombiU takes full advantage of the new controller system by having you not only focus on the TV screen, but your controller as you must manage a dwindling supply system and plan your survival carefully as food, ammo and medicine may be hard to come by. A unique death system: if you die, you wake up as another character looking to survive - scavenge for your old body to pick up much-needed supplies.
