The role-playing genre isn’t just one of the oldest in the gaming industry, it’s one of the most enduring as well. From turn-based JRPGs to Western RPGs with an action-based approach, great RPGs come in all different stripes. They can devour hours of your time, transport you to another land, and make all your in-game effort pay off when the day is eventually saved. Which RPGs are the best of 2021 though? We've put together a list using data gleaned from GameSpot's sister site Metacritic, and it includes PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC games. Some of the entries likely won't surprise you, but the list below is a wonderful example of how the RPG genre remains magical with its ability to constantly reinvent itself. Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights A good Metroidvania is its own reward, and Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights certainly hits all the right notes for a game that gives you a massive world to explore, new abilities to unlock, and challenging enemies to …
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Best Action Games Of 2021 According to Metacritic
Few things in life are as satisfying as a great action game. They're escapism at its very best, providing a cathartic method for releasing any pent-up stress on the digital world around you. The best action games are masters of this idea, and according to the critical consensus, the ten games below are some of the very best and highest-rated examples released in 2021. This list was compiled using the Metascores from GameSpot’s sister site Metacritic. Since “action” tends to create a large tent and often crosses over with other genres, you’ll find that the list is eclectic in terms of style, tone, and overall gameplay. Chivalry 2 First-person sword-fighting games have come a long way since the days of the original Chivalry and Mordhau, but Chivalry 2 nails the balance between a grueling clash to the death using cold steel and long-distance destruction with bows. Satisfyingly vicious and easy to pick up, Chivalry 2's massive multiplayer maps, skill-based progression, and its …
Halo Infinite Unlock Time: Release Times Explained, Pre-Load Not Live
Halo Infinite's campaign is almost here, a full year after it was originally supposed to come out. Yes, you are this close to finally getting back into Master Chief's legendary armor, and we now know exactly when the game will unlock. So, when does Halo Infinite unlock, and does it vary by region? We break it all down below. You won't have to stay up all night to play. In fact, doing so will just make you too tired without downing a disgusting Rockstar energy drink--even the digital content you get for drinking it isn't worth it. Halo Infinite Unlock Time Find out exactly when #HaloInfinite releases in your region: pic.twitter.com/YSLmqi4MI5 — Halo (@Halo) November 19, 2021 Halo Infinite is using a global release model. This means that Halo Infinite's release time is simultaneous on December 8 rather than a "rolling" model like some other games use. The major time zones are outlined here: Note that the official map uses CST for New York. This is almost certainly an …
Best Xbox Games Of 2021 According To Metacritic
With the first year of the Xbox Series X|S consoles under Microsoft's belt, new studio acquisitions, and a number of games released through its first-party collection of studios, 2021 has been one of the biggest years in Xbox history. There's been no shortage of quality third-party games either, and with titles ranging from the best in high-speed thrill power to the quirky adventures of psychic operatives, we're taking a look back at the best of the best that Xbox had to offer. GameSpot's sister site Metacritic has rounded up Xbox's top ten highest-rated games of 2021, and unsurprisingly, it's a mix of both first-party titles, indie darlings, and AAA blockbusters from some of the biggest brands in the gaming industry today. We've compiled lists for both Xbox Series X and Xbox One, but all of the games listed below are available on both Xbox platforms. Best Xbox Series X|S games of 2021 Tales of Arise Bandai Namco’s Tales series has long been one of its most enduring and …