10 Best Games Of The 2020s (So Far)

Whether it's Soulsbourne games like or arcade brawlers like , the third decade of the 2000s stands far and above its predecessors. Nothing is as entertaining as a good video game, and the 2020s have not been a disappointment. Visual quality will never be the defining trait in any game, but advances in modern technology have undeniably enhanced the experience from decades prior.

The best video games accomplish different things. Some lean into immersive narratives with years of lore and backstory to fall back on, and others focus on delivering hours of endless fun through revolutionary game play mechanics. Gaming offers a sense of community that few other realms of entertainment can, but it can also provide an escape from the problems of the real world. There have been tens of thousands of games released over the last several years, but these are the 10 best games of 2020 that deserve your undivided attention.

How we choose entries for our Best-Of Lists.

uses several factors for Best-Of Lists, including Metacritic scores, 's own reviews from expert writers, and IMDb user review scores. Writer Adam Blevins also uses his knowledge from over 20 years of gaming in different genres to compile the 10 highest quality and most complete entries.

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Score

Screen Rant

5/5

Metacritic

89

IMDb

9.4/10

has all the makings of one of the best horror games ever, and it is unquestionably one of the best games of the decade thus far. It follows the story of both renowned writer Alan Wake and FBI Special Agent Saga Anderson as they navigate the complexities of Wake's new horror story. While Saga tries to solve a string of ritualistic murders, Wake's tale begins bleeding into reality, altering the course of Saga's life.

effectively builds on the original by delivering a more narrative-driven story, with game play improvements to provide a much smoother experience. Each character is brilliantly written, and it further develops an already immersive and intriguing world established in