Journey
Journey is a blockbuster game that took the gaming world by storm when it was released in 2012 on the PS3.
The story of Journey follows a robed figure wandering through a desert, journeying towards a distant mountain, focusing on the feelings of wonder and insignificance. However, this journey is not simple; players must solve extremely challenging puzzles while facing various dangers and challenges to complete their journey.
Moreover, what makes Journey even more enjoyable is that along the way, players can interact with other players, but the interaction is limited to a simple musical tone, which is the key to leveling up. The unique blend of mysterious art style and stunning 3D graphics helped Journey become a blockbuster on the PS3. Don’t miss out on this hit; if you haven’t played it, you should do so right away. With Covid keeping us at home, there’s no better opportunity to enjoy this masterpiece.
Batman: Arkham City
Batman: Arkham City is a highly successful superhero game in the gaming industry, not only because of its polished gameplay, refined graphics and sound, and gripping storyline, but Rocksteady also showcased their dedication with the hidden secrets woven throughout the game.
One must admire and acknowledge that Batman: Arkham City is the “perfect superhero game,” and that’s not an exaggeration. With an incredibly engaging storyline revolving around many villains such as Hugo Strange and Ra’s al Ghul, which leans more towards “psychological warfare” rather than hand-to-hand combat and weaponry. The graphics are outstanding, the gameplay and combat are superb, and Old Gotham transformed into Arkham City is a map large enough to “mess it up” with epic boss battles. The in-game sound is incredibly impressive with heroic melodies. All of this helps Arkham City maintain its position as the number one Batman game.
Red Dead Redemption
If you’ve never played this classic game from Rockstar, it’s truly a shame. This game has received perfect scores from many experts, while others have given it nearly perfect scores.
You can encounter many breathtakingly beautiful scenes in Red Dead Redemption. The environment and graphics are standout features and are meticulously designed in the game. You can even scare a flock of birds from the bushes as they fly by. Even the weather and environmental sounds are carefully crafted by the developers, providing a rich experience for players. From gunshots to thunderstorms shaking the plains, every detail of sound contributes to a vibrant world in Red Dead Redemption.
Red Dead Redemption is a vast open-world sandbox game with a story that deserves a perfect score. The game is everything players expect from an adventurous experience in the vast Wild West. The only words that can describe it are “absolutely wonderful.” The landscapes in Red Dead Redemption are not only breathtakingly beautiful, but the cutscene transitions have also improved significantly compared to Grand Theft Auto IV.
GTA IV
This heavy-action game is regarded as a “classic masterpiece” on par with the film “The Godfather”. It has also received the highest ratings and scores ever in the history of video games.
Grand Theft Auto IV combines thrilling chase scenes, third-person shooting, and chaotic heist missions in Liberty City. The story in Grand Theft Auto IV revolves around a big question: What does the American dream mean? For someone like Niko Bellic, who is running from a troubled past, he just wants to shed his dirty past to start anew in a big city. However, his cousin Roman thinks differently. He comes to Liberty City in search of fortune and a better life. With two contrasting ideals, both Niko and Roman unwittingly find themselves entangled in unsolvable troubles in this crime-ridden city!
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
Exceptional action intertwined with a thrilling storyline. Overall, in terms of gameplay, Uncharted 2: Among Thieves is not much different from the first installment, as the game still delivers shooting sequences, puzzle-solving, and “Hollywood-style” moments that earned the original numerous prestigious awards and sky-high acclaim, even surpassing its famous “younger sibling” from Naughty Dog, The Last Of Us.
Nathan “Nate” Drake once again makes his return, taking us on a completely new adventure, this time in search of the earthly paradise – the legendary Shangri-La, the land of immortality and purity. Continuing to explore the theme of mysterious lands, the second installment of the Uncharted series marks a significant advancement in storyline and gameplay mechanics. Therefore, even now, many still consider Uncharted 2: Among Thieves to be the best version of the entire series.