Set in the universe of Respawn's Titanfall series, Apex utilizes similar gameplay mechanics which give it a unique edge over other battle royale games. Apex LegendsĪmid the rise of the battle royale genre, Apex Legends manages to stand out, even as a later addition to the fray. Release Date: Janu| Developer: Capcom | IGN's | IGN’s | Buy It Here: 23.

Monster Hunter World made our list of the 10 best co-op games. For a series that can take some learning to get the hang of, Monster Hunter World produced a fully realized, expansive world. The long-running Monster Hunter series broke through with the 2018 hit Monster Hunter World, which not only impressed us with its rewarding gameplay but also with how accessible the game proved to be. Release Date: Ma| Developer: PlatinumGames | IGN's | IGN's 24. There are few games that attempt what Nier: Automata does, and it’s absolutely worth checking out this Yoko Taro-directed adventure.Ī Nier: Automata anime is now in development. Taking place in a futuristic dystopia, this “action-RPG” offers a roller coaster of different gameplay opportunities, wrapped up in a fascinating story that has many multiple endings that encourage poking into every corner of this engrossing world. There are few games like Automata, which bounces between game genres and styles with aplomb. Nier: Automata delivers a ridiculously entertaining journey full of awesome ideas that is equal parts strange and beautiful.

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