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6 Coolest 2020 Video Games To Play Now
Looking for the coolest 2020 video games to play while in quarantine?. We have to admit the Coronavirus epidemic has affected virtually every industry, gaming included.
It’s also the year that is ushering in a new generation of video games from both Microsoft and Sony.
And some of the games released this year—so far—have been some of the most stellar entries of the current generation.
This year has seen games so divisive that virtually no two people can agree on how good or bad they are; games that keep getting delayed but no one complains; and games that are quickly becoming cult hits.
We are taking a look at the coolest 2020 video games of the year that you can play right now.
Final Fantasy VII Remake
The original Final Fantasy VII is widely regarded as one of the best video games of all time. It still has a massive following, though the franchise has rarely enjoyed the same success it did back then.
Cue the Final Fantasy VII Remake. Gamers waited for it with cautious optimism, especially since it would only be remaking part of the original game. However, when it released, it blew both reviewers and gamers away. Gameplay-wise, it feels more like Final Fantasy XV than VII. However, the game spends all of its time in Midgar, with more emphasis on the characters and story than the original game. It’s a triumph, and one of the best games of the year.
The Last of Us Part II is one of the most divisive games of the past few years. The first game received critical acclaim and was one of the PS4’s bestselling games. So, when Naughty Dog announced a sequel, expectations were sky-high.
The developers could have taken the easy path and given fans what they wanted. Instead, they chose to make something divisive that they believed was a necessary way of continuing the story.
It’s a lot more brutal than its predecessor, it tackles heavy themes, and the plot is divisive, to say the least. The Last of Us Part II is not for everyone, but everyone should play it regardless.
Ghost of Tsushima tells the story of a lone samurai who takes the fight to the Mongols who have invaded his homeland.
The game has a wide and intricate open world, with stunning landscapes, intense combat, and a story that’s more than a little inspired by classic Akira Kurosawa films.
The game is a nice send-off for the PS4. It might not be the most original game out there, but it’s investing, showcases the console’s graphical abilities, and tells a decent story.
Doom Eternal
When it comes to pure balls-to-the-wall thrills, Doom Eternal is probably the game of the year. Its fast-paced intensity doesn’t let up from the first minute, and the game hurls tons of demons with different abilities at the player.
Mowing down demons is a thrill ride, and it’s exactly the sort of game that your parents would have a problem with if you played it while young.
Doom Eternal has been polished to the extent that no other game does what it can with such refinement and balance. For pure action, Doom Eternal is in an evil class of its own.
Half-Life: Alyx
For years, fans have cried out for Half-Life 3. For years, Valve ignored them. And now, in 2020, Valve keeps ignoring the calls for a sequel to the franchise that made it a major video game developer.
Instead, they released a VR-only game set between Half-Life 1 and 2. However, Alyx isn’t a bad game. To the contrary, it might be the best VR game ever released.
Alyx is a survival game that makes use of virtual reality in ways other games couldn’t have dreamed of. In some ways, it feels like playing the 2020 version of Ready Player One.
It has sold over 13 million units, making it one of the bestselling games of the year and a critical darling.
The game focuses on a character who moves to a deserted island. Here, they can craft items, catch fish and insects, and help develop a community.
The game is simple but immersive, and numerous players have spent countless hours developing their island. did we miss anything? What are the coolest 2020 video games you have played so far this year?