121 Best PC Games to Play in 2015 & 2016: Page 5 of 10

Sorceress, Dragon Knight and Nightblade from Elder Scrolls Online.
Only the best get to look this awesome.


 

71. Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition (2015)

Here's your obligatory “Jackpot.” Jackpot.

Developer: Capcom

Genre: Action Adventure

Theme: Vanquish the demons.

Devil May Cry is giving the same special treatment it gave to Devil May Cry 3 to Devil May Cry 4 in this re-telling of Nero and Dante's battle against a demonic church. Choose your favorite character and get some SSS's as you blow away your enemies with gun and blade.

Time for some Roulette?

Devil May Cry 4; Special Edition presents to use five playable characters: Nero, Dante, Lady, Trish, and Virgil. Capcom has also added new costumes that can change how you play that character, akin to how Devil May Cry 3's costumes worked. Legacy Dark Knight mode is also included, which throws more enemies at players.

Official Site


70. Just Cause 3 (2015)

Squirrel mode!

Developer: Avalanche Studios

Genre: Action Adventure

Theme: Beat the evil dictator

Okay, so it's not exactly out yet, but from what we've seen, it's going to rock your socks off. Go to the lovely Mediterranean island of Medici and start kicking some evil dictator ass! With an array of awesome weapons and nifty (read: “badass”) gadgets, stopping him from taking over the world should be no problem.

What? You said you wanted to go for a ride...

There's a lot of cool stuff coming to us in Just Cause 3. First up, the wing-suit lets you glide around like a flying squirrel, making travel much easier and much more interesting. There are better parachute shooting mechanics, allowing for more stabilized aiming.

You can also tether things to other things with your grappling hook. Look at the picture above for an example of the fun you can have with that. Bottom line: This game looks awesome and we're so confident that you're going to love it, we even gave it a spot on our list.

Official Site


69. PlanetSide 2 (2012)

Lol I get it.

Developer: Daybreak Game Company

Genre: MMORPG, FPS

Theme: Sci-fi warfare

PlanetSide 2 is actually a remake of the original PlanetSide from 2003. Players join thousands of other players in large-scale conflicts, fighting as one of many classes. Travel across a unique world to battle for the supremacy of your faction, and be a hero.

I wonder if that spiky palm tree thing grows spiky coconuts?

PlanetSide 2 incorporates several continents, each with its own unique terrain to provide greater variety in multiplayer matches. There are also quite a few classes to choose from, allowing players to slide into whatever matches best with their play-style. There's also plenty of room to experiment and even more room to be competitive, but we understand if you want more info.

Official Site


68. Company of Heroes 2 (2013)

Developer: Relic Entertainment

Genre: RTS

Theme: Relive historic events

Company of Heroes 2 puts players on the Eastern Front during World War 2, in control of the Soviet Union's forces. Decimate the Nazi army and bring your troops home in this historical RTS game.

BURNINATING THE COUNTRYSIDE.

Company of Heroes 2 Utilizes a number of features to keep the player on their toes while also making the game more realistic. For starters, there's the TrueSight system, which makes troop visibility play a larger role in your campaign. There's also a weather system, which can impede your troops or give you an opening to use to your advantage.

Troops can now die of freezing. Units can occupy civilian buildings as well. This is a great challenge for any WW2 buffs out there, as well as those looking for an RTS.

Official Site


67. Eve Online (2003)

All those lasers make me nervous as hell.

Developer: CCP Games

Genre: MMORPG, Simulation

Theme: Space

Eve Online has been around for a long time, but has still managed to retain a large player base. Players choose a race, profession, and get a customizable ship, then explore the massive universe at will! Players can perform their trade or choose factions and fight against other players in large-scale PvP battles.

Prepare for... Ludicrous speed!

Eve Online is a massive universe for players to live an inter-galactic life inside of. There's a handful of classes, from Miner to Space Pirate, there is always something to do. Eve Online contais a player-run economy, putting the game at the center of several online scandals.

Nothing major, just in-game currency stuff. The game requires you to make decisions as you might in the real world, which gives a whole new level of immersion to it. The player base is pretty diverse, and there's a community to support everyone.

Official Site


66. Warframe (2013)

Yes, you too can be that awesome.

Developer: Digital Extremes

Genre: 3rd Person Shooter / MMO

Theme: Aliens vs Aliens

The story of Warframe revolves around you, a member of a dying alien race that has the power to tip the scales against another dying alien race that wishes for inter-galactic supremacy. You take on your enemies in exciting missions that you can do alone or with other players with weapons you can buy for real cash or craft yourself in-game.

Somebody's 'bout to get cut.

Warframe has a really cool aesthetic - it takes Japanese traits and applies them to an alien style. You end up with areas similar to the one shown above, which makes the game beautiful and interesting to navigate through. It's pretty accessible to anyone who's played 3rd-person shooters or hack 'n' slashes before, but if you haven't it's still easy to pick up.

One of the coolest thing about the game is the warframes (surprise!). It's essentially a class change that gives you access to more powerful abilities and a variety of ways to play through missions. I highly recommend giving it a go.

Official Site


65. Europa Universalis 4 (2013)

Developer: Paradox Development Studio

Genre: Strategy

Theme: Be the best country

This game gives you a map of the globe and allows you to interact with the various cultures and civilizations composing the world. Players can conquer through military means, become masters of international trade, or become a superpower among other options.

Literally take on the world.

The game offers a lot of influencing factors in order to present a strong challenge. You must take into account everything down to the opposing country's religion in order to make the best decision possible. With the amount of freedom given by all the win possibilities, it grants players a really personalized experience and leaves plenty of room to experiment and try new tactics.

Official Site


64. Star Citizen (TBA 2016)

But I want it NOWWWWW.

Developer: Cloud Imperium Games

Genre: Sandbox, FPS, Simulation, RPG

Theme: Space-traveling

Star Citizen, while not out yet, has promised us a lot. It's a space sim, but also a sandbox with FPS and RPG elements. Choose from tons of ships, upgrade them, and go about doing whatever it is you want to do in a massive universe designed for every player to find something for them.

To infinity... AND BEYOND!

So many people want to play the hell out of Star Citizen, and it's no surprise as to why. With the level of player-driven content this game will have, there's a lot you can do to impact the community at large. You can make waves, and that might just be the next step in online gaming.

Official Site


63. Fallout 3 (2008)

Some days, I wonder what the super mutants eat. Then I remember.

Developer: Bethesda

Genre: RPG, FPS

Theme: Survive in the nuclear wasteland

Fallout 3 stars you, the Vault Dweller, as you escape from the society locked away under ground and emerge into the Capital Wasteland. You seek your father, a brilliant scientist known even to the waste-landers. Embark on your journey to find him and change the world.

Welcome to the Capital Wasteland, CHIIIIIIILDREN!

Fallout 3 is like Elder Scrolls: Oblivion, if it took place in Washington D.C. after nuclear fallout. There are scores of quests and locations to explore, as well as interesting characters and deadly enemies to meet. The special weapons available to craft and find are great as well, and help to add to the expansive world at large.

With the edition of the Brotherhood of Steel DLC, the game's main story becomes open ended and you can continue exploring. It comes standard in the Game of the Year Edition, so it's highly recommended you go for that version of the game.

Official Site


62. Half-Life 2 (2004)

No, this video does nothing to confirm Half-Life 3.

Developer: Valve Corporation

Genre: FPS

Theme: Humans vs Aliens

Half-Life 2 has you take on the role of Gordon Freeman. He just got out of stasis thanks to the G-Man and gets put on a train to City 17. Freeman tries desperately to protect Earth from the alien threat and utilizes many weapons in the process.

No, there are FOUR gunmen in the picture.

Half-Life two is well known for its engrossing story and physics engine. It's also famous because Half-Life 3 is something the fans have been asking for for several years now. This game has a strong following.

Official Page


61. Dragon Age 2 (2011)

I want those swords.

Developer: BioWare

Genre: RPG

Theme: Save the World

Dragon Age 2 allows players to live through the story as a custom character who was born a part of the prestigious Hawke family. Make friendships and rivalries, master your combat abilities, and save the world from the looming threat of dark forces.

Eye or throat?

As the second chapter in this series, the game builds on top of the first one, allowing for more freedom of play. You can fight as your custom character, or as one of the party members. There's always someone new to recruit and you can influence the relationship your character has with the other party members.

Official Site


60. Kerbal Space Program (2015)

Is this what God feels like?

Developer: Squad

Genre: Sandbox, Simulator

Theme: Get to space.

You control a space program and working under you are these... Things... Called Kerbals. Direct the Kerbals so that their space program can be a success! Make space-traveling items out of predetermined items so they can reach space!

He looks so excited. It's a shame no one told him there wasn't enough fuel to get back.

This kind of game can be enjoyed by anyone. It presents an interesting challenge while providing humor. There are three game modes: Science Mode, Sandbox Mode, and Career Mode, so it's sure to provide quite a bit of game time, plus plenty of hilarious goofball Kerbal things.

Official Site

 

More on this topic:


Gamer Since: 1998
Favorite Genre: RPG
Currently Playing: Gundam Breaker 2
Top 3 Favorite Games:, Batman: Arkham City, Bioshock Infinite


More Top Stories