The 20 ‍Must-Play Video Games of ⁤2023: Rolling Stone’s Guide

The future of gaming is here in 2023! With the biggest titles ⁢due to be released⁤ and many yet to be announced, there’s no shortage of video game ⁢potential. ⁤Whether you’re a hardcore fan, ⁢casual gamer, or⁤ someone ⁤just ‍looking ‍for⁣ something ⁢new to try, Rolling Stone’s has the list you need⁣ of the best must-play games out there.

• Red Dead Redemption 2: The all-time classic ⁤takes a step into the‌ future with this year’s sequel, featuring ‌an increased level of detail and ⁤more developed characters and storyline than the original.
• Nioh 2: A sequel‍ to the 2017 samurai game ‍set in the land of Japan during the warring states period. Sharpen your‌ sword ⁤and be prepared for a serious story full of⁣ epic battle scenes.
• New Horizon: An‌ open world exploration game ⁣that builds upon the world we all know and love. Create an explorer and ⁣explore‌ an ‌unknown world with your friends.
• Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: The newest installment of the Assassin’s Creed series takes​ you back in time to the Viking‌ era. Here ‌you will embark on an adventure as a Viking raider, and explore the Norse world through uncensored accounts.
• Star Wars: Imperial Assault: Fans of the Star Wars movies ⁢will love this intense team-based ‍tactical game set⁤ during the galactic civil war. Choose your faction and battle your way through a full-length story campaign.
• Mass Effect: Andromeda: ⁣Your​ only⁤ hope to save humanity is exploring the unknown reaches of space. Take orders from⁤ your commander and race against ​an alien‍ threat while trying to save the day.
• Cyberpunk 2077: Follow‌ the life story of⁤ V, a cybernetically enhanced mercenary living in the ‍dystopian ​Night City. ‍This open-world RPG created by the developers at CD ‍Projekt Red is sure to be a hit.
• Gears 5: Survive⁢ the onslaught of enemies in this ever-expanding and evolving game. Play as ​Kait, solve​ the mystery behind the Locust‍ and take part​ in the gripping story mode.
• The Last of Us Part‍ 2:‌ The⁣ sequel to ‌the critically‍ acclaimed The Last ‍of Us. Step into the shoes ​of Ellie and take up her⁣ fight against the forces ⁢of the infected in this soon-to-be-classic.
• God of War: Ragnarok: Kratos is back in the highly anticipated follow up to the original​ God ⁣of War. Exploration, battle, and puzzles ​are all part​ of the experience as Kratos continues his quest to discover his ⁤past.
• Spyro Reignited Trilogy: Join your favorite purple dragon in this updated and enhanced return to ⁣the world of Spyro the Dragon. Now with better graphics ⁢and improved gameplay, ⁤you can relive the classic story of your favorite dragon.
• Semblance: Build and explore a ‌world of ‍fallen ​shapes and mysterious platforms as ⁣you solve puzzles and⁤ battle the monster’s inhabiting this strange new land.
• Super‍ Smash Bros. Ultimate: The latest installment of the hit fighting series. Choose ‌from dozens of ‌characters ranging from ⁢new and classic, and ‍battle your ‌friends in this ultimate crossover fighting game.
• Fire Emblem: Three Houses: Play as Byleth, the professor, ⁤and make decisions that will shape the future of the world. Explore⁢ the depths of the land​ and battle battles⁢ as‌ you explore the many trials that⁢ await you.
• Resident‌ Evil 7: Enter ​the mind of a survivor of⁢ the Baker family in this horror adventure set in‍ a decrepit plantation in Louisiana. Face off against deadly and unpredictable enemies as you search for the truth.
• Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End: Embark on a journey to save your brother’s ‍life and unravel the long-lost secrets ‍of a fabled pirate haven. Follow the story‌ of Nathan Drake and a crew of unlikely ‍allies ‍in this thrilling adventure.
• No Man’s Sky: Dive into an infinite universe full of entirely unique creatures, planets, and galaxies. Build and explore a world of boundless potential and discover the secrets⁤ of this vast expanse.
• Overwatch: Choose your ‍favorite out of ⁤30+ heroes and step into the arena of this ​tactical first-person​ shooter. Take part in epic ⁤multiplayer battles with your friends⁢ across the globe.
• Subnautica: Explore the depths of the deep sea and discover what lies beneath. Build undersea bases and deploy submersibles to reach deeper⁢ depths and discover new creatures and resources.
• Tomb Raider: Temple of‌ Osiris: ⁤Follow Lara Croft and Totec in this third installment of ⁤the Tomb Raider series. Explore an ancient temple and face off against Egyptian gods in this action-filled adventure.
• Minecraft Story Mode: The Adventure⁢ of a Lifetime: Join Jesse and his team​ of adventures and ‍explore new​ places, battle mobs, and build structures as you‍ journey ⁢to⁢ save the world from destruction.

These 20 must-play video games of ⁢2023 promise a ‍year⁣ of epic stories, exciting battles, and exploration like never before. We hope this Rolling Stone guide presented you with‌ a plethora of new opportunities to dive ⁢into new worlds and explore like ⁣never before.