1 / 7
1. Enslaved: Odyssey to the West
Yo, this game from 2010 was low-key fire! Imagine a post-apocalyptic world, but it's like, overgrown and beautiful, not just dusty. You play as Monkey, a beefy dude, basically enslaved to Trip, and their dynamic is *chef's kiss*. The combat was slick, and the platforming felt super fluid, making every climb feel epic. Seriously, the narrative hits different, and the visuals still hold up. Definitely a forgotten gem that deserves way more love, fam.
2 / 7
2. ASURA'S WRATH
Okay, ASURA'S WRATH is peak anime action, no cap. This 2012 banger is basically a playable shonen epic where every boss fight is a ten-minute QTE spectacle. You're punching gods the size of planets, and the sheer audacity of it all is wild. The story's bonkers, too, with betrayal and revenge turned up to eleven. It's less a game, more an interactive fever dream of pure, unadulterated hype. If you want maximum chaotic energy, this is it.
3 / 7
3. The Wonderful 101
PlatinumGames just built different, and The Wonderful 101 from 2013 proves it. This game is pure chaotic genius. You control a squad of tiny superheroes, drawing shapes to combine them into giant weapons, like a fist or a sword. It's got that signature Platinum flair for over-the-top action and quirky humor. The learning curve is real, but once it clicks, it's a super satisfying, stylish beat 'em up. Plus, it got a re-release, so no excuses!
4 / 7
4. Remember Me
Remember Me, another 2013 sleeper hit, dropped us into a stunning, dystopian Neo-Paris where memories are currency. The world-building is just *chef's kiss*, super atmospheric and detailed. You play as Nilin, a memory hunter, and the "memory remixing" mechanic was genuinely mind-bending and innovative. Combat was stylish, too, letting you chain your own combos. It's Dontnod's first game, and it set the stage for their narrative chops. Seriously underrated cyberpunk gem.
5 / 7
5. CrossCode
CrossCode, which launched in 2018, is an indie masterpiece that feels like a lost SNES-era action RPG, but with modern polish. The pixel art is gorgeous, and the combat is super satisfying, blending ranged and melee attacks with slick dodging. But the real kicker? The puzzles. They're genuinely brain-bending and integrated so well into the dungeons. Plus, the story, set within an MMO, is surprisingly engaging. It's a love letter to classic RPGs, done right.
6 / 7
6. Gravity Rush 2
Okay, Gravity Rush 2 from 2017 is straight up one of the most unique open-world games ever. You play as Kat, a gravity-shifting hero, and just flying/falling through its stunning, vibrant, cel-shaded world is pure joy. The art style is gorgeous, giving off serious anime vibes. The story is charming, the characters are lovable, and the combat, while clunky sometimes, is secondary to the incredible traversal. It deserved so much more attention, still salty about it.
7 / 7
7. Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy
Yo, forget what you heard about other Marvel games, because Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy from 2021 is the GOAT. This game absolutely nails the characters, their banter, and the overall vibe of the movies, but it's its own killer story. The soundtrack is a bop, making every fight feel epic. It's a single-player, narrative-driven adventure that got overshadowed by *that other* Marvel game. Seriously, if you love good storytelling and humor, play this.
