Ever wonder what the highest-rated videogames of all-time are? Are you a video game enthusiast? If so, you may be interested in finding out which 10 are the critic community’s favorites. Browse our list, you may very well find a few of your favorites on it. The video games that made our countdown were chosen based on reviews and sales.
So, let’s take a look at the top ten.
No. 10: Resident Evil 4
The Resident Evil series has always been one of the most appreciated games in the industry, and the 4th release has not disappointed fans. This particular video game is a perfect fit for anyone looking for both action and a little bit of horror.
No. 9: FIFA
Soccer fans worldwide have highly appreciated EA Games’ initiative of creating a game centered around their favorite sport and on one of the most prolific competitions in the field: the World Cup. FIFA has been, and will continue to be so in the future, one of the most beloved and highest rated video games.
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No. 8: Need for Speed, Most Wanted 2012
Stellar graphics, smooth performance, and the rush of adrenaline you get from playing this particular game have made Need for Speed one of the most appreciated video games around. The latest version, Most Wanted has met the fans’ expectations of yet another wonderful racing experience.
No. 7: Ultimate Fighting Championship
Inspired by mixed martial arts competitions, UFC is yet another video game that has captivated fans worldwide. Real-live fighters, a myriad of cool combos, complete with state of the art graphics and sound effect have made UFC one of the highest rated video games of all-time.
No. 6: Call of Duty
Call of Duty is undeniably one of the best shooting games out there you can purchase for your gaming platform. Millions of satisfied users have rated this particular game quite highly. Considering it comes complete with multiplayer settings, you can round up your friends and have a blast of an evening; literally.
No. 5: Mass Effect 2
In terms of RPGs, Mass Effect is undoubtedly the best. But why has it made our top ten of the highest rated video games? Chapter by chapter, the developers at BioWare have created a masterpiece of a story, one you will more than gladly dive into from the very first moments you start playing the game.
No. 4: L.A. Noire
If you like playing cop, then L.A. Noire is definitely the game for you. Noire’s developers have worked so hard at making this game look as realistic as possible, that you can actually feel like a real live cop.
No. 3: Portal 2
When it comes to first person puzzle games, Portal 2 is definitely the one to play. With more options, settings, and a wider variety of puzzles than the first version, Portal 2 has certainly impressed the world of video gaming, the reason for which it stands on the 3rd spot in our countdown.
No. 2: Batman, Arkham City
Fit for both Batman fans and anyone who enjoys a good adventure and action game, Batman: Arkham City is one of the best video games around. From start to the very end, there will be not one second of boredom.
No. 1: The Last of Us
Naughty Dog’s latest release has definitely left gamers in awe: superb graphics, an intriguing story, complete with jaw dropping acting make The Last of Us a very popular and appreciated video game. The game is, however, a PS3 exclusive, so for anyone using a different platform, this can constitute quite the drawback. Nonetheless, The Last of Us has been so highly acclaimed that there simply was no other spot on our top ten for it than the very first.
