1. The Last of Us Part II
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2020
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure, Stealth, Third-Person Shooter)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Naughty Dog
Publisher: Sony
Synopsis: Five years after the events of The Last of Us, Ellie and Joel find themselves in a thriving community of survivors in Jackson, Wyoming. Even with the looming threat of evolved infected and other, dangerous survivors, they have found some peace and stability. But one, violent event changes everything and Ellie sets off on a journey of vengeance against those responsible - a journey that will take its toll both physically and emotionally, with deep moral implications. A broad variety of weapons, crafting items, skills and upgrades lets you personalize your play style as the game takes you from Wyoming to Seattle.
2. Final Fantasy VI
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2020
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Role Playing (RPG) (Turn-Based RPG)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Square Enix
Publisher: Square Enix
3. Untitled Goose Game
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2020
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Strategy (Simulation), Casual
ESRB Rating: E
Developer: House House
Publisher: iam8bit, House House
Synopsis: Australian studio House House presents a very physical copy of the ultimate stealth-action-sandbox experience where you terrify a small town as very nosy and noisy goose. Honk your way though backyards, gardens, shops and more - no hat is safe, no prank too annoying in this highly acclaimed game.
4. Wasteland 3
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2020
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Role Playing (RPG) (Turn-Based RPG)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: InXile Entertainment
Publisher: InXile Entertainment, Deep Silver
Synopsis: A lone desert ranger, fighting for the survival of Arizona, heeds the call of the self-proclaimed Colorado Patriarch or radios, promising much-needed aid in exchange for help putting down his ambitious, bloodthirsty children. Trading desert desolation for frozen mountaintops, the ranger must start from scratch, building a base, finding snow-worthy vehicles, recruiting help and fighting across the vast wilderness. But who can he trust in this cold land? With corruption, warring factions, insane cultists, cutthroat gangs and deadly sibling rivalry it's going to take everything in your power just to survive... but Arizona is worth it. Deep customization, a new dynamic dialogue system (with full voice-over) and complex story await.
5. Immortals: Fenyx Rising
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2020
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure, Sandbox)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Ubisoft
Publisher: Ubisoft
Synopsis: A grand, mythological adventure awaits as you plays as Fenyx - a new, winged demigod on a mission to save the other Greek gods with nothing less than the fate of the world at stake. Dynamic battles take place on the Earth and in the sky as you wield the weapons of the gods themselves as you face mythical enemies like the cyclops and Medusa. Seven unique regions await, customize your character, solve devious puzzles and rise to the challenge of the gods themselves.
6. Journey to the Savage Planet
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2020
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Typhoon Games
Publisher: 505 Games
Synopsis: Kindred Aerospace is looking for new recruits in their Pioneer Program. Lucky for you, they're not too picky. Thus you find yourself the bare minimum of equipment and training, with a vague notion of a plan - but no shortage of pluck and spirit. Your goal, explore your strange new surroundings, catalogue the flora and fauna and determine if this is a suitable planet for human habitation. Oh, and it seems you may not have been the first ones to explore this planet... The colorful, upbeat game feature co-op as well.
7. Journey to the Savage Planet
Platform: Xbox One
US Release Year: 2020
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Typhoon Games
Publisher: 505 Games
Synopsis: Kindred Aerospace is looking for new recruits in their Pioneer Program. Lucky for you, they're not too picky. Thus you find yourself the bare minimum of equipment and training, with a vague notion of a plan - but no shortage of pluck and spirit. Your goal, explore your strange new surroundings, catalogue the flora and fauna and determine if this is a suitable planet for human habitation. Oh, and it seems you may not have been the first ones to explore this planet... The colorful, upbeat game feature co-op as well.
8. Journey to the Savage Planet
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2020
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Typhoon Games
Publisher: 505 Games
Synopsis: Kindred Aerospace is looking for new recruits in their Pioneer Program. Lucky for you, they're not too picky. Thus you find yourself the bare minimum of equipment and training, with a vague notion of a plan - but no shortage of pluck and spirit. Your goal, explore your strange new surroundings, catalogue the flora and fauna and determine if this is a suitable planet for human habitation. Oh, and it seems you may not have been the first ones to explore this planet... The colorful, upbeat game feature co-op as well.
9. Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling
Platform: Xbox Live Arcade
US Release Year: 2020
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Role Playing (RPG) (Turn-Based RPG)
ESRB Rating: E
Publisher: DANGEN Entertainment
10. Wasteland 3
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2020
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Role Playing (RPG) (Turn-Based RPG)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: InXile Entertainment
Publisher: InXile Entertainment, Deep Silver
Synopsis: A lone desert ranger, fighting for the survival of Arizona, heeds the call of the self-proclaimed Colorado Patriarch or radios, promising much-needed aid in exchange for help putting down his ambitious, bloodthirsty children. Trading desert desolation for frozen mountaintops, the ranger must start from scratch, building a base, finding snow-worthy vehicles, recruiting help and fighting across the vast wilderness. But who can he trust in this cold land? With corruption, warring factions, insane cultists, cutthroat gangs and deadly sibling rivalry it's going to take everything in your power just to survive... but Arizona is worth it. Deep customization, a new dynamic dialogue system (with full voice-over) and complex story await.
