19. DC Universe Online

Developer: Sony Online Entertainment

Massively multiplayer online role-playing

Super-Hero Adventure

 

 

There's super-heroing to do.

Now’s your chance to take up the fight for justice or evil. Create your character, choosing a costume and weapons of choice, and level up in this super-hero MMO.

The world of the DC universe opens up to you and your friends. Take on notable villains and heroes and there numerous, nameless henchmen. Get new weapons or powers as you grow, and become an individual worth talking about.

Fans of super heroes will really enjoy this game.  Whatever you choose, good or evil, just remember to do your best.

Something looks wrong with that lantern there.

DC Universe Online

 

18. Injustice: Gods Among Us

Developer: Netherrealm

Super-Hero Fighter

 

 

Putting the "costume" in "Costumed crusader".

Time to settle all your comic nerdy debates, at least for a short time. Choose from a big list of heroes and villains from the DC Universe and take on the A.I or your friends. 

There’s a lot of DC-themed goodness in this game. Characters who have history with each other have specialized opening lines to talk to each other about.  You can fight on some pretty memorable landmarks in the universe, and you can knock each other through multiple levels found on each map.

If you’re a fan of DC games, you should probably give this game a shot. There will be loads of combos and victories to found, giving you hours of enjoyment.

I hate it when couples fight.

Injustice

 

17. Starcraft 2

Developer: Blizzard

Real-Time Strategy

Future Strategy

 

 

Know thy foe before you step into battle.

The sequel to the successful RTs done by Blizzard, you’ll be taking up the fight as one of three forces trying to rule in the galaxy. All your favorite units are back in better quality, and there’s a load of new units for you to enjoy.

The point of this game is to build up a base, train some units, and destroy your opponent.  Every faction has their own playstyle, so figure out which one matches how you like to play,  It probably would be best to play a few dozen rounds against the A.I before heading into multiplayer, because all the people on there are probably well-versed experts.

As far as RTS games go, Starcraft 2 is probably one of the best out there. The gameplay is very well-done and  the units are diverse enough that you’ll come up with a lot of strategies. 

Look at that light show.

StarCraft 2

 

16. Team Fortress 2

Developer: Valve

First-person shooter

Modern Combat Shooter

 

 

Team Fortress 2 gives the best rewards.

Team Fortress makes your common first-person shooter look lame.  The comic designs of the controllers and the obsession with hats make Team Fortress 2 a game that needs to be on your radar.

You have your basic game modes found in this genre: Team Deathmatch, capture the flag, and planting bombs. Like an RPG, the classes featured in Team Fortress 2 are best when working together, like a medic powering up the machine gun-wielding Heavy.   Do well enough in your class of choice, and you get fun rewards, like new guns and hats.

Team Fortress 2 is free, quirky and not too hard to learn. This means this game was made for any type of gamer, which means you. Just get on Steam and download this awesome game. 

There is no lollygagging in senseless slaughter of your enemy.

Team Fortress 2

 

15. Mortal Kombat X

Developer: Netherrealm

Fighting

Fantasy Fighter

 

 

It's all about how you finish your foe.

The latest installment in the Mortal Kombat franchise is here and looks as bloody and brutal as ever. Old favorites and a few new faces have come together to bring on the brutalities.

So far, there have been a number of DLCs out, bringing characters like Jason Voorhees and the Predator to the players. The fatalities and  x-ray attacks are brutal and yet, at the same time, quite creative.  You can even interact with your environment, grabbing both zombies and old ladies and tossing them into your opponent’s face.

Overall, if you enjoyed Mortal Kombat games before, this is definitely going to be loads of fun for you. You’ll spend hours on end trying to figure out the combos on your favorite characters, and beating your opponent into a bloody mess.

This new guy seems pretty rock-solid.

Mortal Kombat

 

14. Street Fighter IV

Developer: Capcom

2D Fighting Game

Fantasy Fighter

 

 

Time to punch, kick and Hadukken your way to victory.

It’s time to hit the streets again. Ryu, Chun-Li and all the other characters are back in action, along with some new faces.  Be ready to pull off plenty of flashy combos and a few old favorites too.

The graphics on this game look fantastic, making sure every blow you land on your foe dazzle with special effects. Every fighter even has witty phrases they utter when the match starts. The gameplay seems very fluid too, making sure you have a very cinematic fight, start to finish.

The fifth installment of Street Fighter is currently being worked on, so this will be the perfect way to keep up the hype. There will be a lot of people playing this over the next couple years, so it makes sense to get in there and join in the good times.

Time to throw down.

Street Fighter IV

 

13. Tree of Savior

Developer: IMC Games

Online role-playing game

Fantasy Adventure

 

 

It's time to choose your profession.

One day, the prayers to the pantheon of Goddesses went unanswered. Soon after, a giant tree grew in the middle of the capitol city, laying waste to a great part of the city. The people did not have time to mourn, for the fauna growing around the tree turned into monsters and began attacking everything in sight.

The game starts four years after that disastrous day, where people have begun talking of dreaming of the goddess. This would be where you step in, one who will set out to determine whether the world is saved or doomed. You apparently won’t be alone, because there will be an option to bring companions along.

There isn’t too much on the game right now, but what info that is revealed looks somewhat intriguing.  Beta Testing will be taking place on August 4th and go for a week.  If you’re interested, check out the website for more news and updates.

Danger! Danger!

Tree of Savior

 

12. Rocket League

Developer: Psyonix

Sports

Automobile Sports 

 

 

Zoom Zoom!

You’ve probably never asked yourself what would make a soccer video game better, but Psyonix did and answered, “rocket-propelled cars as the players.”  This addition brings a very fun concept that takes the weariness of a long game played with human characters.

The game can be quite exhilarating if you utilize all the aspects of the game. This includes the walls which are able to be driven upon, the power-ups you can pick up in the game, and the fact that you can destroy your opponent if you drive into good enough.  You can also customize your car with hats, flags and different vehicles, adding a customization element to an already wonderful idea.

If you’re still unsure about this game, there are loads of Youtubers playing this game. Just look up one of their videos and see how fun this game can be.

Be sure to always show pride in your car.

Rocket League

 

11. Vindictus

Developer: Nexon

Online role-playing

Fantasy Adventure

 

 

A brand new season is upon Vindictus.

Vindictus is an MMO that is a sequel to Mabinogi, both free-to-play games that were made in Korea. Take control of one of nine characters, each one supposedly different from the others. 

In addition to different playstyles, each player uses skills based solely on what weapons they’re wielding. For example, a player wielding a spear will only have access to skills that affect a spear. Whatever skills you decide to do, you will be putting them up against a race of monstrous humanoids, called Fomors, who humanity believes they can destroy. 

The game is divided up into episodes, where you will be tasked with the leading the human fight. You will also be dealing with problems caused by humanity and even yourself.  The game definitely looks intriguing, and you don’t lose if it’s free.

What even is that creature?

Vindictus

 

10. World of Tanks

Developer: Wargaming

Action, MMO

Modern Combat Shooter

 

 

They care about your gaming experience.

I don’t care who you think you are, you feel pretty powerful driving a tank. You’ll be given a hug selection of tanks to choose from, and then get to tear into others.

Better tanks will be available as you level up. The landscape that you’ll be fighting on offers a lot of tactical advantages for you to rain hot lead on your foes. And who doesn’t love explosions?

If you enjoy military games, then World of Tanks is one you definitely need to check out. When else will you be able to play as a tank the entire time? There’s a lot of fire power that you’ll be able to unleash on your opponent. 

They'll never expect an attack from the river.

World of Tanks