Best Video Games Of 2021 |

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Despite the global pandemic and a series of delayed releases, there are still so many genre-defining video games available in 2021.

From alien wasteland and interdimensional travel to detectives, dinosaurs and death cycles, to unboxing and collecting our favorite Pokémon, here are some gems that have kept us awake in the past year...

Returnal is undoubtedly one of the most difficult games of 2021. If you are eager to accept a considerable challenge, you will feel at home at Atropos.

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You play as the space pilot Selena, who crashed on an alien planet. This is a place where everything that moves wants to kill you, and the only thing more disturbing than the scary monster that will follow you is the various "other" Selene scattered throughout the game-they are all dead.

As a roguelike game, when Selene died, she was reborn at the crash site. Her efforts showed no signs of performance except for the ominous premonition of what was about to happen.

Fortunately for you, Selene is a pilot who is willing to trigger, and you will fire countless fluorescent bullets into the world to protect yourself. My advice? Even if it looks dead, it must be shot again to ensure safety.

Read our full review of Returnal here.

Jurassic World Evolution 2 (PlayStation 4/5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC)

With disturbing graphics, innovative features, and Jeff Goldblum's sound, Jurassic World Evolution 2 has all the elements needed for a dinosaur game.

Whether you want to play the role of God and design a perfect dinosaur with excellent genetic coding, build a vast theme park that attracts noisy crowds, or just want to watch your Tyrannosaurus escape and terrorize tourists, it’s all there.

Jurassic World Evolution 2 is just as suitable for console platforms as PCs, ensuring that no matter what controller you use, you can easily build and manage the park according to your preferences.

Whether it is controlling the capture team to appease wild dinosaurs or driving into the fence to take pictures from a first-person perspective, this game has multiple ways to put you in the deepest part of the action, allowing you to watch majestic works up close.

Through story activities, revisiting some of the most iconic missions in the movie series, and a sandbox mode that allows your creativity to be fully utilized, Jurassic World Evolution 2 may focus on prehistoric creatures, but it has a futuristic and innovative gameplay .

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl (Nintendo Switch)

It's hard to believe that this year is the 25th anniversary of the birth of Pokémon. At the end of a year full of celebrations, special events, new games, collaborations, etc., two timeless classics will be released for modern times.

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl makes the idea of time travel possible. After a while, you will return to 2006 and the beautiful Shenao region. From the iconic soundtrack to the dialogue, and the starting choices of Turtwig, Chimchar and Piplup, everything will rekindle the memory of a certain Pokémon.

This is a textbook-style Pokémon, and newcomers who are not familiar with this area will undoubtedly still like it. You play as a novice trainer, start an adventure to fill up your illustration book, collect gym badges, and challenge the elite foursome. There is also the evil Galactic team to contend with, they hope to use the power of the legendary Pokémon for their own benefit.

Animation, whether in battle or as part of the game's "super game", is excellent on Switch and takes the game to new heights. The game’s "Red Cliff" art style is combined with its iconic soundtrack, linking everything to the roots and aesthetics of the original game.

For experienced trainers who have conquered Shenao in past games, there are still some options. The Underground is back and better than before, with new areas for you to explore. You can now also find more powerful and diverse Pokémon types earlier, so as to solve one of the shortcomings of the original condensed illustration book. Some of the most popular changes are simple in theory, such as no longer needing to teach your team HM to make progress in the game (Bidoof long time no see!)

With all the functions provided by the Nintendo Switch console, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl faithfully reproduces some of the glorious years that have been Pokémon for me. They strike a perfect balance between nostalgia and modernity, reminding us of what makes Diamond & Pearl such an iconic product, and a perfect gift for anniversary celebrations.

Two required (PlayStation 4/5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC)

The truth is in the name-It Takes Two is an innovative game, and teamwork helps everything. In my opinion, this is the gaming experience that should not be missed this year.

You and a friend will play May and Cody, two fighting parents who are experiencing a painful divorce. Their constant quarrels had a great impact on their daughter Rose. When a mysterious spell turned both parents into clay dolls, they finally realized their mistakes.

Parents work together, navigate their houses, and try to restore themselves to human form. However, traveling in your house as a clay doll is an adventure, and it is this premise that is very suitable for the lively, imaginative, and downright whimsical nature of two people.

You will spend as much time as possible observing the side of your partner on the screen to figure out what you need to do next, and the gameplay has easily redefined the meaning of cooperative games. In order to make the transaction sweeter, the game's Friend's Pass only requires one of you to have a copy of the game-this is what I call teamwork.

Read our full review of it requires two here.

"Ricky and Ding Dong: Rift Valley" (PlayStation 5)

With jaw-dropping graphics, extremely active battles, and the world’s most popular Lombax once again on the stage, if you want to see the features of PlayStation 5, then "Ratchet and Clank: Rift" is a typical game .

You play the cute Ratchet, and along with your partner Clank, you must fight Dr. Nefarious again, this time he is taking advantage of the dimensional rift.

In true Ratchet fashion, this is the dealer's choice, what can you use to fight Nefarious and his mob. Throw bombs at them, fire saw blades, fire missiles or use sprinklers to turn them into plants-creativity is at the core of every confrontation.

Perhaps the most exciting thing about Rift Apart is the introduction of two new playable heroes, a Lombax named Rivet and her companion robot Kit. Both are perfectly integrated into the series, and arguably have some of the most memorable stories and levels in the game.

Speaking of levels, each level is full of high-intensity actions, taking you from grinding tracks under the sound of gunfire to "slinging" yourself behind the enemy for a sneak attack. All of these are loaded in an instant, and every pixel on the screen will have an extraordinary level of detail.

Read our full review of "Ratchet and Clank: Rift" here.

Resident Evil: Village (PlayStation 4/5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC, Google Stadia)

Resident Evil Village is a survival horror game, set in a terrifying Transylvanian world, making you equally happy and scared. It is one of the shining stars of 2021. Here, you don’t have to worry about huge vampires and werewolves.

You play as Ethan Winters, arguably one of the most unfortunate characters in the game. Only in the opening scenes, he will experience some very terrible ordeals, which set the firm tone for the game-this is the control, do your best to survive.

Unfortunately, things will only get worse.

Waking up in the village, your mission is very clear-rescue daughter Rose from the four mysterious lords and their leader Miranda mother. The game has always made you paranoid, constantly threatening you with "what might happen" in the next room.

Sometimes the route is empty and you will spend a lot of time on tiptoe in the emptiness. However, at other times, you have every right to be afraid because of tingling, roaring, and roaring from above, behind, and below.

In the real "Resident Evil" fashion, the boss of the game occupies a central position, and is an equal camp, and it is frightening. From the 9-foot-6-inch vampire wife Dimitrescu (she is undoubtedly worth breaking up), to terrifying puppets, mermaids, and all the other major characters in horror novels you can think of, boss fights are funny, and so An important part of this game has won the love and admiration of gamers in the past year.

Read our full review of Resident Evil: The Village here.

Sherlock Holmes Chapter 1 (PlayStation 4/5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC)

Beginner and exemplary, the latest Sherlock Holmes game takes players to the early stages of a detective career, and there are many interesting, challenging and complex cases for you to solve.

With a keen eye for clues, a gun, and your imaginary friend Jon, Sherlock returns to his childhood home to visit his mother's grave. However, at every turning point, there was a series of crimes (usually involving murder), and Sherlock couldn't help but fall into it.

Reconstruct the crime in your mind, tie the evidence together to make a reasonable scenario, and spare no effort at the crime scene. Chemically analyze the evidence to extract deeper meaning, or shoot in the wave of criminal gangs and make arrests like your natural volunteer police officer.

There is no guideline to follow-accuse and convict anyone you think is appropriate; let people go, or get justice for them. The power is all in your hands. As an open world game, you can freely explore this beautiful city, complete side missions and lead Sherlock into the world-class detective he is destined to be.

Back 4 Blood (PlayStation 4/5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC)

With bloody, dynamic gameplay, and hints of strategy and cooperation, Back 4 Blood is a smart first-person shooter that implies that the end of the world is not that bad...as long as you have some friends and a gun .

Playing the role of a "cleaner", your task is to get rid of these "ridden" creatures in any necessary way. Normally, a series of bullets is enough, but as more groups attack you, you will fight, hack, stab, and run all the way.

This game throws everything at you, the kitchen sinks, and even the smallest noise can trigger an avalanche of undead beasts, they long for your blood.

The best part of Back 4 Blood is undoubtedly its cooperative mentality. Team up with friends to make sure that each of you can get through the tough times. You can develop your own abilities improvement strategy, share equipment, and provide the undead with everything you have. You may even feel safe enough to challenge some of the most difficult modes in the game. In these modes, friendly forces are turned on and you must consider every shot.

"Retreat 4 Blood" is smart and addictive, full of horror, fright and joy, proving that surviving the end of the world is a lot of fun. Don't trigger any car alarms or birds while you are in it!

Read our full review of Back 4 Blood here.

As one of the popular games that won the top spot in this year's game awards, Deathloop is an action-packed assassination event. Its time loop is endless and enjoyable.

Set on Blackreef Island, you are destined to experience the same day cycle. Playing as Colt, your task is to defeat the eight bosses on the island and break the cycle of time. But playing as Juliana, you are determined to keep the loop and frame Colt indefinitely on the repeated day.

With every running experience of Colt, he has new information to piece together to improve his chances of survival. Whether you prefer a calm and steady approach or want to break through all the artillery fire, this is your choice. However, since Colt must execute 8 people in one day, some ingenuity is required, and each risk should be weighed considerably in advance.

Just when you think you are pulling, Juliana seems to dismember you; especially if you are controlled by another player who enters your world just to torture your progress.

With ingenious gameplay, twisting of PVP, and added roguelike elements, Deathloop is a hustle and bustle full of fun, joy and genius, and its hype and critics' praise is well-deserved.

Far Cry 6 (PlayStation 4/5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC, Amazon Luna, Google Stadia)

Hollywood's favorite villain Giancarlo Esposito (also known as Gus Flynn in Breaking Bad) is back, this time he is a tyrant named Anton Castillo. If you have ever imagined yourself as a guerrilla fighter, you will feel at home when you face him in Far Cry 6.

Yarra Island is in political turmoil, and veteran Dani Rojas needs to resolve the conflict with Castillo. Leaving aside the dream of immigrants, you will take up arms in the game, giving you great creative freedom in how to conduct your business.

The abundance of guns, weapons and vantage points ensure that the battle is always fresh. You can use your handy cell phone to further scout your enemies to discover their weaknesses and dismiss them in a true guerrilla manner-or simply go all out and hope for the best.

If you feel weird, you can also summon a large group of friends, including cannibal crocodiles-because, why not? With a large number of plans for the DLC, your stay in Yara will be long and bloody, and most importantly, very interesting.

Read our full review of Far Cry 6 here.

Unpacking (Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC)

Unpacking is one of the most interesting games of the year, widely praised on social media for its unique, low-key narrative mechanism.

Zen puzzle game, the purpose is to simply remove items from the box and find a place for them in your new home. No two players may play this game in the same way.

During this time, you will learn new clues about your unfolding life; from their victories and celebrations to more subtle objects. Each item has a unique sound, and even though it is a 2D game, its tactility and interactivity are incredible.

Novel, simple and innovative, with storytelling as the core, Unpacking is a calm, rewarding, and ultimately a touching game experience.

Triumphantly returning to the classic horizontal scroll, "Metro Fear" is a sci-fi horror thrilling game full of dynamic from start to finish.

In the real Galactic Castlevania fashion, you will guide interstellar bounty hunter Samus Aran through a maze of futuristic monsters and creepy creatures, gradually gaining strength, power and energy to unlock more cracks in the game. Her goal? Investigate the re-emerged X parasite. But to do this, she first needs to restore her equipment - and quickly.

As you progress throughout the game and unlock more abilities, Sams’ combat abilities will be outstanding and truly shine. She is a hellish warrior, and over time, she will crush anyone (or things) on her path. However, sometimes the game requires different methods, such as stealth and tricks, or just to see if you can run long enough to escape the enemy.

All in all, fear rewards creative thinking, quick reactions, and pattern discovery to achieve success. Countless puzzles and hidden collectibles will keep your exploration hat always strong. With a rich story and beautifully designed levels, the long-awaited continuation of Samus Aran's journey is very worthwhile.

Mass Effect: Legendary Edition (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC)

We are now in an era of remaking and remaking, in which past game treasures are repainted with a new layer of paint. If you are looking for textbook examples on how to do it correctly, then Mass Effect: Legend Edition is your best choice.

Very suitable for fans of the series to revisit, especially for newcomers, this game includes the generous help of the first three games and DLC content. It is expected that there will be at least 100 kinds of gameplay.

Your choice in Mass Effect is important. The decisions you make in the first game will be made in the third game, providing a seamless experience from start to finish. The same is true for the customization levels provided, where you can choose appearances and skills, personalized arsenals, romantic options, and more.

If you like the great help of action RPG and are curious about Captain Shepard's story, now is your best chance to relive the magic of Mass Effect.

Battlefield 2042 (PlayStation 4/5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC)

"Battlefield 2042" is set in a futuristic battlefield full of high-tech equipment and complete chaos. It is a multiplayer game with enough slaughter, chaos and comradeship, and may become your preferred team game.

Although there is no singer player campaign, you can choose from three multiplayer modes, each with further customization. "Total War" allows you to play with two different settings; "Conquer" is used for large-scale battles to secure a strategic position until your enemy runs out of reinforcements, and "Breakthrough" where you can capture points and force enemies to come The farther you retreat.

The lobby can accommodate up to 128 players, and you can expect high-intensity and crazy firepower at any time. Not to mention the beautiful scenery where you will bleed, each with its own unique tone, who may become the victim of tornadoes and storms, exacerbating the emotions and chaos of each game.

"Dangerous Zone" is a brand new PVPVE mode with elements of battle royale. Before escaping the map, you have to fight against enemy teams and AI to protect the data drive. It is best to enjoy it through communication with partners, because success requires minimal coordination.

Finally, the portal mode can be said to be where "Battlefield 2042" plays its best role by ironically re-examining its past. In Portal, you can relive and replay previous battlefield installments, including 1942, Bad Company 2 Rush, and Battlefield 3 Conquest. You can also host a custom hall, change specific rules according to your preferences, and create your own game with all the bells, whistles and guns you want in the game.

Kina: Bridge of Souls (PlayStation 4/5, PC)

Ever wondered what Pixar video games would look like? Okay, Kena: The Soul Bridge meets the requirements. This is a charming, whimsical and undoubtedly gorgeous game that uses futuristic graphic details to cover up the classic platform game mechanics.

Playing as the nominal Kena, your work as a spiritual guide will see you walking through the decaying forest. In the process, you will collect Rot, this small minion-like creature, which will undoubtedly appear in the plush toy aisle in the next few months.

With the help of the carrion and her reliable spiritual weapons, Kaina purifies the forest one by one and restores to the highest state of health. It is incredibly satisfying to watch Kena doing this. With the push of a button, the whole area will turn into an explosion of flowers and life.

With disturbingly beautiful graphics, magic, whimsy and core at its core, Kena is delightful from start to finish, and most importantly, this is a very promising debut by Ember Labs.

Read our full review of Kena: Bridge of Spirits here.

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