Number 6. Control
Control is a third-person action-adventure game developed by Remedy Entertainment and published by 505 Games. The game was released for PlayStation 4, Windows, and Xbox One in August 2019, and for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S in February 2021.
In Control, players control Jesse Faden, the new Director of the Federal Bureau of Control (FBC), a secret government agency that investigates and contains supernatural phenomena. The game is set in the Oldest House, a mysterious and ever-changing building that serves as the FBC’s headquarters. Jesse must use her telekinetic abilities to battle a series of enemies known as Hiss, who have invaded the Oldest House.
Control has received critical acclaim for its unique setting, challenging combat, and engaging story. The game has won numerous awards, including The Game Award for Best Art Direction, British Academy Games Award for Performer in a Supporting Role, and BAFTA Games Award for Audio Achievement.
Number 7. Outer Wilds
Outer Wilds is a 2019 open world mystery game developed by Mobius Digital and published by Annapurna Interactive. The game is set in a solar system trapped in an endless time loop, and players take on the role of a young astronaut who must explore the system to learn more about its history and solve the mystery of the time loop.
Outer Wilds is a unique and innovative game that defies easy categorization. It is part space exploration game, part puzzle game, and part mystery game. The game’s open world design allows players to explore the solar system at their own pace and in any order they choose. This freedom of exploration is one of the game’s greatest strengths, as it allows players to discover the game’s secrets at their own pace and in their own way.
The game’s puzzles are also well-designed and challenging. They require players to use their wits and ingenuity to solve them. The puzzles are not impossible, but they are not always easy. This makes the game feel rewarding when players finally solve them.
The game’s story is also well-told. It is a mystery story that unfolds over the course of the game. The story is told through a combination of exploration, dialogue, and environmental storytelling. The story is engaging and thought-provoking, and it will stay with players long after they have finished the game.
Overall, Outer Wilds is a fantastic game. It is a unique and innovative game that is sure to please fans of space exploration games, puzzle games, and mystery games. The game’s open world design, challenging puzzles, and engaging story make it a must-play for any gamer.
Number 8. Returnal