In the world of video games, some hidden gems fail to receive the recognition they truly deserve. Even though these games haven’t gained massive popularity, they offer players unique and captivating experiences that leave a lasting impact.
Remember that the order of the games listed here does not reflect any ranking. They offer players a different and impactful experience.
1. State of Decay 2
Undead Labs developed and Xbox Game Studios published State of Decay 2, a survival video game. It was released for Windows in May 2018.
State of Decay 2 is an open-world survival-fantasy game set after the zombie apocalypse. Your small community of survivors seeks to rebuild a corner of civilization, and you get to decide how that happens. You decide who to recruit to your team, where to settle your community, how to fortify and upgrade your base, and when it’s time to move to greener pastures.
Reviews
The game got Very Positive reviews from players around the world. It also received a 9/10 rating from Steam.
“This is an awesome game if you are interested in killing zombies and expanding bases” – Said one player
2. Outer Wilds
Mobius Digital developed and released Outer Wilds, an action-adventure game, and released it in May 2019.
You’re the newest recruit of Outer Wilds Ventures, a fledgling space program searching for answers in a strange, constantly evolving solar system.
Reviews
Steam gave the game a perfect 10/10 rating, while Giant Bomb, Polygon, Eurogamer, and The Guardian named it Game of the Year 2019.
“…a rare adventure game in which the journey is actually more of a reward than the destination.”
100/100 – Slant Magazine.
3. Raft
Axolot Games published Raft, an open-world survival-sandbox video game developed by Swedish developer Redbeet Interactive. The game saw its release in May 2018.
Raft throws you and your friends into an epic oceanic adventure! Alone or together, players battle to survive a perilous voyage across a vast sea! Gather debris, scavenge reefs, and build your own floating home, but be wary of the man-eating sharks!
Reviews
The game got Very Positive reviews from players around the world. It also received a 9/10 rating from Steam.
“It’s a great game to play with your friends and one of the best survival games out right now.” – Said a player on Steam.
4. Ghostwire: Tokyo
We cant talk about Hidden Gems without mentioning Ghostwire, Ghostwire: Tokyo is a 2022 action-adventure game developed by Tango Gameworks. Released in March 2022.
Explore a unique vision of Tokyo twisted by a supernatural presence. From its ultra-modern cityscape to its traditional temples and narrow alleyways, discover a hauntingly beautiful city teeming with Yokai – vengeful spirits that prowl the streets.
Reviews
Ghostwire got Very Positive reviews from players. It received a 9/10 rating from Steam.
“Great looking game full of japanese folklore, great attention to details, every location if original and has lots of stuff to look at and do.” -Said a player
5. Astral Chain
Astral Chain is a 2019 action-adventure hack and slash video game developed by PlatinumGames and published by Nintendo for Nintendo Switch.
Set in a cyberpunk city, players take on the role of a police officer tasked with fighting interdimensional creatures called Chimeras. With the help of a sentient Legion, players engage in fast-paced combat and investigate the mysteries surrounding the Chimeras and the city.
Reviews
Astral Chain got a 9/10 rating from IGN. “Astral Chain is another excellent game from Platinum, and one of the best action games of this generation. Period.”
This Concludes our picks for the Hidden Gems that deserve more recognition
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