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.