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A big part of this was thanks to the story focus that the title embraced so much. Each expansion built on a strong narrative, into what many consider the best Final Fantasy story ever.</p>\n\n<p>Now hitting shelves with Endwalker, the game has officially overtaken WoW as the most popular and arguably best MMORPG in 2022.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/zTTtd6bnhFs\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<h2>Old School RuneScape</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release Date: 2013</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Jagex</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Around the turn of the new millennium, many home computers couldn't play advanced games. Solving this problem were web games, which were simple enough to run on nearly anything. </p>\n\n<p>Some, like the original RuneScape, even let players enjoy MMO games right from their <a href=\"/en/games/platform/browser-games/\">browsers</a>.</p>\n\n<p>As such an old game, the look of RuneScape was limited, to say the least. With updates, the game kept looking better, but some players feared it lost the classic charm. To solve this problem, the developer released Old School RuneScape.</p>\n\n<p>This version adopted the old look but kept performance updates and quality of life changes. It might look 20 years old, but make no mistake, this is still one of the best MMORPG titles around.</p>\n\n<p>Players in Old School RuneScape chase the same goals that made the original a classic. Collect gear, fight monsters, set up shop, and click until your mouse wears out. Easy to run, free, and with low requirements, it's easy to see why this game still holds up.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/HH7sN-zR8qE\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<h2>New World</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release Date: September 2021</li>\n\t<li>Price: $30 (no subscription fee)</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Amazon Games Orange County</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Taking place on a fictional island in the Atlantic Ocean, New World adopts a more realistic theme than most. This is a title that makes the player feel like an explorer of old, setting out to discover uncharted land while competing with a host of yet-unknown dangers.</p>\n\n<p>It's a fresh take, and with some serious quality, it's also among the best MMORPGs in 2022.</p>\n\n<p>In their journeys, players will fight off animals both real and mythical, leveling up and improving their gear as they go. In their downtime, emphasis is on building and maintaining shelter, to show off a mastery of the otherwise hostile landscape.</p>\n\n<p>For the wider story, each player finds themselves caught between the actions of three major factions. Each of these factions fights, schemes, and attempts to carve out as much ownership of the new land as possible.</p>\n\n<p>One of the things that elevate New World to being a contender for one of the top MMORPGs in 2022 is its <a href=\"https://www.ign.com/articles/new-world-community-challenges-the-devs-to-play-their-own-endgame-and-the-devs-accepted-myrkguard\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">emphasis on community</a>. You might not care for your faction, but there's still satisfaction in fighting for your human neighbors and community.</p>\n\n<p>As exciting as this can be, players should also be aware that not everything in this new land is as natural as it might seem.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/OKnUBs-Ko44\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<h2>Guild Wars 2</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release Date: 2012</li>\n\t<li>Price: The base game is free, newer expansions cost $30. No subscription fees.</li>\n\t<li>Developer: ArenaNet</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>The first Guild Wars marked a point of revolution in the MMORPG industry. It was far more active than most titles and avoided the traditional holy trinity for more varied class options.</p>\n\n<p>The developers carried these ideas over to their sequel, helping making the game one of the best MMORPGs in 2022.</p>\n\n<p>Set in Tyria, Guild Wars 2 marks the return of five Elder Dragons, a devastating species responsible for some of the land's greatest catastrophes.</p>\n\n<p>With such an imminent threat at hand, the different races and guilds must band together in an uneasy alliance to fight for their survival.</p>\n\n<p>Guild War 2 also finds success in how it leans into the idea of the Living Story concept. As the years pass, major story elements have had appreciable repercussions on the explorable space.</p>\n\n<p>Sometimes new areas open up, other times entire zones are left destroyed after intense battles.</p>\n\n<p>With no monthly fee, Guild Wars 2 shows that sometimes the best MMORPGs <em>don't </em>require constant attention. There's always something to come back to and see in this game, and players have shown their appreciation for that fact.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/KiNpIbd5jeE\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<h2>Starbase</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release Date: July 2021</li>\n\t<li>Price: $24.50 (no subscription fee)</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Frozenbyte</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Entering early access in 2021, Starbase has quickly shown itself to be a major competitor for the best MMORPG in 2022 crown. Still in early access, the game has already pulled in critical acclaim from the public.</p>\n\n<p>While space might seem a natural target for an MMO, most efforts have consistently fallen short like Star Citizen.</p>\n\n<p>With a heavy emphasis on sci-fi, players in Starbase control a humanoid robot as their player character. Working alone or with friends, the goal is to gather materials, craft ships and weapons, and ultimately, build a base to call home.</p>\n\n<p>Including combat, flight, mining, and a sense of scale only possible in the void, the appeal of Starbase is easy to understand. Starbase could easily end up one of the greatest games of the decade.</p>\n\n<p>All this, and the game's still in early access, and progressing at a steady rate. Whatever the developers have in store for players next, you can bet we'll be watching Starbase closely.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/W-pSBqK9nSQ\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<h2>The Elder Scrolls Online</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release Date: 2014</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free to play over 23 zones. $40 for the most recent expansion. $15 a month subscription fee</li>\n\t<li>Developer: ZeniMax Online Studios</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>The Elder Scrolls franchise has always been about exploring an enormous world, so it makes sense that it would suit an online game.</p>\n\n<p>Taking place on Tamriel in the Second Era, TES: Online takes what is essentially the modern Skyrim framework and adapts it into the online space.</p>\n\n<p>Starting as a prisoner, in typical Scrolls fashion, the player has a lot of power over their character's skills and style. From the stealthy Khajiit Warden to a more brutish Orc Dragonknight, this title pulls deep from the series' established lore.</p>\n\n<p>As for what makes it one of the best MMORPGs in 2022, credit has to go to the worldbuilding above all else. Bethesda has spent a long time crafting this world and rarely is that as evident as it is with TES: Online.</p>\n\n<p>From lowly street hustlers to high-level political intrigue, TES: Online gives the player a front-row seat. It might not have the modding potential that sets the other games apart, but in terms of overall quality, this game is still a top performer.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/uq1o2VG1ogY\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<h2>Eve Online</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release Date: 2003</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free</li>\n\t<li>Developer: CCP Games</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>One of the older games on this list, Eve Online has reached legendary status in the online gaming world. Set over 21,000 years in the future, the universe of EO is one where humanity has long forgotten its roots.</p>\n\n<p>Adopting a sort of space-facing tribalism, conflict is eternal over more than 5,000 star systems.</p>\n\n<p>In terms of gameplay, the loop in Eve Online involves piloting space ships and upgrading your financial status. Starting with a small craft, the most successful players can end up with massive capital ships and enough firepower to take down a small fleet on their own.</p>\n\n<p>As for what elevates Eve to one of the best, that has to be the community. Eve Online involves a setting that is very much controlled by human clans and player groups. Guilds claim entire portions of the galaxy, fighting for domination and against oblivion.</p>\n\n<p>A big part of this excitement comes from how the <em>currency </em>in this game has a direct real-life value. Losing big is measurable in an objective sense, with the famed \"Massacre at M2-XFE\" costing $378,012 on its own.</p>\n\n<p>Easily one of the best free MMORPGs in 2022, Eve Online is a title that <a href=\"/en/blog/hardcore-gamer/\">hardcore gamers</a> should take <em>very </em>seriously.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/sPFII3ozSHI\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<h2>Star Wars: The Old Republic</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release Date: 2011</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free up to level 60. $15 a month for a subscription with all active features.</li>\n\t<li>Developer: BioWare Austin</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>After the hype, release, and then the death of 2003's Star Wars Galaxies, gamers were unsure about The Old Republic. Though the first CG trailers were of the highest quality, this was an era where Star Wars video games were in doubt.</p>\n\n<p>When it first hit shelves in 2011, SW: TOR proved it had real legs.</p>\n\n<p>Now finding a place as one of the best free MMORPG experiences, the game, its world, and its story has come a long way. Allowing players to fill the shoes of Jedi, Sith, troopers, bounty hunters, smugglers, and Imperial Agents, choice in TOR is king.</p>\n\n<p>Backed up by the trademark strong BioWare story and systems of morality, it's easy to see why this game has remained popular.</p>\n\n<p>Fans of Star Wars might have lived in a dark age once the license went to EA, but outside of their grasp, games from other developers remain strong. Still one of the best MMORPGs in 2022, TOR has proven its longevity.</p>\n\n<p>Plus, if the last few years have been any indication, there's no risk of this game falling into the same trap that Galaxies did.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/cmyF5ge6SQU\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<h2>Swords Of Legends Online</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release Date: July 2021</li>\n\t<li>Price: $40 (no subscription fee)</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Aurogon</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>For the western market, Swords of Legends Online might seem like it came from nowhere. In reality, it's based on the 2014 Chinese television series <a href=\"https://mydramalist.com/7748-swords-of-legends\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Swords of Legends</a>, which is itself based on a 2010 <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GuJian\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">video game called GuJian</a>.</p>\n\n<p>This might seem an unusual origin story, but the quality of the game and its setting has made it the best MMORPG 2022 offers for many players</p>\n\n<p>Set in the Tang Dynasty, the story in Swords of Legends Online follows ancient sealed swords locked away to protect innocent lives. For the player, this means collecting weapons, exploring a vast landscape, and fighting evil.</p>\n\n<p>What sets this game as one of the top MMORPGs in 2022 has to be its variety and unique approach to gameplay. SOLO is a fast-paced and action-heavy title, relying on physical spacing and reflexes far more than most MMORPGs.</p>\n\n<p>It also includes a robust player-housing and customization system. While many MMOs like FF14 try to include this feature, they're usually limited to only the richest players.</p>\n\n<p>Everyone in SOLO gets their own home, and building the perfect abode is rewarding, fun, and easy.</p>\n\n<p>The one caveat we'd point out with Swords of Legends Online is that the translation can be a bit spotty. Turn the dub to its original Chinese, and this becomes less of an issue, though the menu localization still needs a little work.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/yXJ35Q0iIGA\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>With these top MMORPG titles, players have a way to engage the full range of possibilities on offer. Whether looking to spend many hours building up a second life, or jumping in now and then to unwind, there should be something on this list for everyone.</p>\n\n<p>Just remember to learn the MMORPG games lingo first, and there's no telling how far your adventures in the virtual world could take you!</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/best-mmorpgs-2022/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"What Are the Best MMORPGs in 2022?\",\n  \"image\": \"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2019/week_7/12_Battle.png\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2022-01-06\"\n}\n</script>","date":"1/6/2022"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/best-mmorpgs-2022.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13655"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/metroidvania-games/"},"strings":{"title":"A Guide to the World of Metroidvanias","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"480000","description":"<p>In a video gaming landscape so often popularized by first and third-person shooters, it can be easy to forget the little guys. But some of these little guys, like Metroidvania games, have had influences <em>far </em>beyond their humble beginnings.</p>\n\n<p>This is a curious genre, distinguished from others on the block due to its interesting origins and dynamic gaming features.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<h2>So, What is a Metroidvania?</h2>\n\n<p>As a fusion of different elements, this isn't an easy question to answer. In a general sense, Metroidvania is a <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Action-adventure_game\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">2D action-adventure game</a> that relies on platforming and ability acquisition.</p>\n\n<p>Over time, the player character in a Metroidvania gains traversal options as they explore a centralized world.</p>\n\n<p>While this definition usually holds, it's important to remember that video games and game genres evolve. In addition, since there isn't one strict definition, there's room for personal interpretation.</p>\n\n<p>Some people regard all adventure games with the main hub overworld as Metroidvanias, as long as the player keeps gaining more forms of movement to unlock new areas.</p>\n\n<p>With this approach, series like <a href=\"https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/dark-souls-remastered-switch/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Dark Souls</a> and even <a href=\"https://www.zelda.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">The Legend of Zelda</a> could be regarded as Metroidvania titles. Since this muddies the water and is the source of much debate, it's perhaps wise to stick to 2D-orientated gaming examples that exemplify the genre.</p>\n\n<p>Adding to this complexity is a common belief that Metroidvania titles <em>must </em>be difficult. This can be true, especially for retro Metroidvania games, but it's not always so. Many Metroidvania titles include <a href=\"/en/games/genre/rpg-games/\">RPG</a> leveling mechanics, which means a player can grind for more power if they wish.</p>\n\n<p>Of course, players can also limit themselves if they want more of a challenge.</p>\n\n<h2>The Origins of Metroidvania Titles</h2>\n\n<p>The name <em>Metroidvania </em>is an amalgamation of <a href=\"https://metroid.nintendo.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Metroid</a> and <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castlevania\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Castlevania</a>. Though these started as platform and <a href=\"/en/games/genre/action-games/\">action games</a> with an emphasis on <a href=\"/en/games/genre/adventure-games/\">adventure</a>, they also predated modern genre separations.</p>\n\n<p>The first Metroid game was released in 1986 on the Nintendo Entertainment System. Set in 20X5, the game had the space-faring bounty hunter Samus Aran on a mission to stop the Metroid threat.</p>\n\n<p>Considered the greatest threats to galactic life, Metroids were being used as biological weapons, and only Samus had the skill to stop them. Infiltrating a space pirate base and destroying everything on her way out, Samus became a legend.</p>\n\n<p>She was also one of the<a href=\"/en/blog/female-avatars/\"> first female video game protagonists</a>, which many players didn't learn about until the ending screen rolled.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/8nCdK5kxuY4\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Also released in 1986 on the NES, Castlevania took an approach much more tied to folklore and mythology. In Castlevania, the player took the role of Simon Belmont. As a descendent of a legendary vampire killer, Simon's goal was to brave the castle and kill Dracula.</p>\n\n<p>On the way he would fight monsters made famous in Hammer Horror films, taking on the likes of Frankenstein's monster, the Grim Reaper, and many more.</p>\n\n<p>While these two series contributed to the name, it wasn't until later entries that the classic Metroidvania formula appeared. This was with Super Metroid and Castlevania: Symphony of the Night.</p>\n\n<p>Regarded as the true grandparents of Metroidvania titles, earlier games were more <em>classic</em> action adventures.</p>\n\n<h2>History's Best Metroidvania Games</h2>\n\n<p>Since taste is subjective, it's difficult to come up with a list of Metroidvania titles that are considered strictly the best. That said, there are examples from history too important to ignore.</p>\n\n<p>Here are the <strong>five best</strong> Metroidvania games to hit shelves, in our opinion:</p>\n\n<h3>Super Metroid – Nintendo – 1994</h3>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/quR5-FEaM9c\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>As the third installment in the Metroid series, there was a lot of hype around Super Metroid. Launched on the Super Nintendo, this was the first Metroidvania game to really push the boundaries of what the genre could do.</p>\n\n<p>Following the heroine Samus, Super Metroid relayed her attempt to recapture or kill the last Metroid.</p>\n\n<p>Super Metroid was a title that both looked fantastic and played extremely well. With tight controls and an emphasis on atmosphere, it stuck with players for decades to come. Now one of the most popular speed-running games in history, its legacy continues to thrive.</p>\n\n<h3>Castlevania: Symphony of the Night – Konami – 1997</h3>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/wDE34DggEw4\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Originally hitting the PlayStation 1, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night is often regarded as the best Metroidvania game ever. At its core, it followed similar sensibilities as prior entries only turned up to eleven.</p>\n\n<p>Funnily enough, at the time, its 2D nature made many reviewers question its quality when compared to its 3D cousin on <a href=\"https://nintendo.fandom.com/wiki/Nintendo_64\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Nintendo 64</a>. Over time, SOTN would become known as the unquestionably better game.</p>\n\n<p>Symphony of the Night featured an enormous castle to explore, filled with many monsters and weapons. It also introduced strong RPG elements, including leveling up to gain strength. With the ultimate goal of killing Dracula, players would need all the help they could get.</p>\n\n<p>Not especially commercially successful, SOTN would still go on to become a cult hit, and arguably the most popular of all Metroidvania titles.</p>\n\n<h3>Ori and the Will of the Wisps – Moon Studios – 2020</h3>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/u6cxYQOljJk\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Sequel to Ori and the Blind Forest, the multiplatform release of Will of the Wisps was highly anticipated. It also had no problem living up to the hype, becoming critically and commercially acclaimed.</p>\n\n<p>Ori and the Will of the Wisps built on the Metroidvania formula of its predecessor, pushing the series to new heights.</p>\n\n<p>In this game, the player controls the eponymous Ori, a forest spirit. Lost in a new land, Ori had to reunite with his friends and save the land from encroaching evil. Easily one of the best-looking games ever released, Will of the Wisps is a modern Metroidvania <em>not </em>to be missed.</p>\n\n<h3>Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night – ArtPlay – 2019</h3>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/ziyxCRvqeIg\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Produced by <a href=\"https://www.videogameschronicle.com/people/koji-igarashi/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Koji Igarashi</a>, one of the big names behind Symphony of the Night, Ritual of the Night served as an unofficial modern Castlevania game. Crowdfunded to great success, there were some early doubts about the game's quality, but not for long.</p>\n\n<p>On release, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night met with universal applause.</p>\n\n<p>Heralded as a return to what made Metroidvania titles great, ROTN shows that the classic formula still has legs. Taking abilities from enemies and leveling up, this game made long-dormant fans salivate at the thought of what comes next.</p>\n\n<p>Since Konami doesn't seem interested anymore, and Bloodstained was such a hit, the ball's now in Igarashi's court.</p>\n\n<h3>Guacamelee! – DrinkBox Studios - 2013</h3>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/4g_9tUz0Xa4\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Stepping outside the norm with this one, Guacamelee! places a strong emphasis on brawling and combos. Set in a fictional Mexican village, this Metroidvania follows a humble farmer.</p>\n\n<p>Overcoming death and fighting for his lost love, the now-luchador Juan's adventures only get more ridiculous as the game goes on.</p>\n\n<p>Far outside of the sci-fi and western-fantasy aesthetic, players weren't sure what to make of Guacamelee! at first. With so much charm and character, these concerns didn't last long.</p>\n\n<p>Guacamelee! is one of the Metroidvania titles which demonstrates how flexible the formula can be. Even including a <a href=\"/en/blog/co-op-games/\">four-player, co-op</a>, this title swung for the fences, and it connected.</p>\n\n<h2>Where to Find Metroidvania Titles</h2>\n\n<p>Originally confined to consoles, modern Metroidvanias are available on every system. In general, it's PC owners who get the most choice here. Using storefronts like Steam, players have access to a wide range of contemporary games, with included ratings and prices.</p>\n\n<p>These storefronts even sometimes include ports of more classic games, like the Castlevania Advance Collection, first released on the Gameboy Advance. Players interested in Metroid, however, will have to turn to a Nintendo console like the Switch.</p>\n\n<p>Tied to the system for decades, it's unlikely that players can expect to see Metroid games on PC anytime soon.</p>\n\n<p>For the original classic games, players could also consider <a href=\"/en/blog/game-emulators/\">emulation</a>. Since some of these older Metroidvanias are no longer sold, the developers and publishers will lose no money from you taking this route.</p>\n\n<p>Just make double sure that any games ROM files you download have no updated releases, to keep everything safe.</p>\n\n<h3>How Difficult are Metroidvania Games?</h3>\n\n<p>When looking for a direct game to start, the games in the list above are the best standout examples. You could also check out top lists through Google searches to further narrow down choices.</p>\n\n<p>Since Metroidvania titles can get quite complex, it might be best to start with a simple game, and then ease yourself in. Remember - don't be scared to look up guides if you get lost, that's something even the most experienced Metroidvania players go through.</p>\n\n<p>As an evolving genre, it's impossible to tell where Metroidvanias might go next. At least, with the success of Metroid: Dread, one-half of the genre's namesake remains strong. Here's to hoping that Konami gets their act together as well, for the sake of future Belmonts.</p>\n\n<p>At least, no matter what happens to the originators, the Metroidvania genre continues to grow. There's never been a better time to be a Metroidvania fan, and with the next generation heating up, the future looks bright!</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/metroidvania-games/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"A Guide to the World of Metroidvanias\",\n  \"image\": \"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/old/blog/en/2015/26/Learn_How_To_Create_A_Fantastic_Game_Setting1.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2022-01-06\"\n}\n</script>","date":"6/8/2022"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/metroidvania-games.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13654"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/what-is-cloud-gaming/"},"strings":{"title":"Cloud Gaming and How It Works","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"540000","description":"<p>Cloud gaming promises to give us even greater flexibility when playing games online, but how does it work, and is it free or does it cost money?</p>\n\n<p>Let’s take a look at the subject to see what it covers and how to get started.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<h2>What Is Cloud Gaming? The Basics</h2>\n\n<p>The concept of cloud gaming is centered around playing a game using remote servers located in data centers, instead of having to buy the disk or download it.</p>\n\n<p>Browser cloud gaming allows players to engage with exactly the same game as would be accessible with a physical copy, but it just runs elsewhere rather than on your own device.</p>\n\n<p>You can play the games anywhere and using any screen, making it similar in some ways to streaming services like <a href=\"https://www.netflix.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Netflix</a> and <a href=\"https://www.amazon.com/amazonprime\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Amazon Prime</a>, but also giving you the ability to interact and control the action. To play in this way, you need a fast, reliable internet connection.</p>\n\n<p>If the connection is too slow, you will likely endure a frustrating and far-from-enjoyable gaming experience full of lags.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/OnxcTCNW_yI\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>To access the games, you use your cloud gaming browser or a specific app, either on a PC or on a mobile device.</p>\n\n<p>This method of gaming also avoids the need to spend a lot of money on the latest generation of consoles or on a cutting-edge PC, as you are just picking up the stream that comes from a remote server.</p>\n\n<p>The quality of the game is based <em>purely </em>on the server and your internet speed.</p>\n\n<p>As you can imagine, this means that you can play the same cloud based video games on your smartphone, on a console, or on a PC, rather than being restricted to a single device.</p>\n\n<p>The arrival of cloud gaming has opened up a huge new market for gamers to enjoy the <a href=\"/en/games/category/best-games/\">best games</a> in whatever way suits them at any given time.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/2R57IruG-qc\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>As well as being compatible across many different devices, you can also play cloud based games using a variety of <a href=\"/en/blog/best-controller-pc/\">controllers</a>.</p>\n\n<p>From console controllers to a touchscreen and the classic keyboard and mouse combination, this is a neat way of being able to try different ways of playing until you find your favorite.</p>\n\n<p>Is cloud gaming free to use? Generally, speaking, cloud gaming isn’t free. You typically need to pay a monthly or annual fee to hook up to the games.</p>\n\n<p>In some cases, you also need to pay a fee for each game that you play. Other services charge a fixed fee and let you play whatever games you want to.</p>\n\n<p>Is cloud gaming worth the cost? It depends on how you like to play and whether the benefits of playing in this way are important to you.</p>\n\n<p>For instance, someone who wants to <a href=\"/en/blog/cross-platform-games/\">switch between devices</a> in different locations may be more interested than someone who always plays on the same device.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/rXezQHSbLfk\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>We will look at the biggest cloud gaming companies in a moment, to see more about what they offer. Some services let you download the games locally while others don’t let you do this. Therefore, you need to check the exact terms of any cloud video games service that you plan to try.</p>\n\n<h2>How Has It Developed?</h2>\n\n<p>The history of cloud gaming goes back over a decade, with the OnLive service that was launched in 2010 usually described as the first cloud gaming service.</p>\n\n<p>Since the technology at that time wasn’t as advanced as it is now, some technical issues such as increased latency meant that it never fulfilled the potential it offered.</p>\n\n<p>Another major development came along in 2012, when Sony bought the Gaikai brand, allowing them to bring out the PlayStation Now service a couple of years later.</p>\n\n<p>This was the first major move into the cloud gaming market by one of the leading console companies and opened the door for others to come along afterward.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/_JTJ4c2Fomc\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The arrival in recent times of big names like Microsoft, Amazon, and Sony has changed the scene by bringing this method of gaming to the attention of far more people.</p>\n\n<p>How many people currently play games using a cloud service? <a href=\"https://newzoo.com/insights/articles/23-7-million-paying-users-will-generate-1-6-billion-for-the-cloud-gaming-market-this-year/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">A Newzoo market research report</a> suggests that there will be close to 24 million paying to play video games on the cloud by the end of 2021.</p>\n\n<p>They expect the 2021 revenue of $1.6 billion to grow to <em>over $6.5 billion</em> by 2024, by which time it should make up around 3% of the entire global gaming market.</p>\n\n<h2>The Pros and Cons of Cloud Gaming</h2>\n\n<p>There are some alluring reasons to give cloud gaming a try, with the following a few of the main ones you might like to consider:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>You get an amazing gaming experience even on a modest device, because it's powered by the cloud gaming servers in data centers rather than your own device. This means that there's no need to spend a lot of money on upgrading your equipment regularly.</li>\n\t<li>You can play a variety of games without the cost or inconvenience of buying, downloading, and storing them. For instance, you don’t need to find storage space to keep your games and all of the updates that are released for them.</li>\n\t<li>It’s a hugely convenient way of playing, as you can hook up to the games you want to play at any time and wherever you happen to be.</li>\n\t<li>You can play across your different devices without losing your progress. By using the same login, you can pick up exactly where you left off even if you aren’t on the same device.</li>\n\t<li>Cloud gaming also gives you the chance to play with friends more easily. You each need to join the same service and then you can meet up on the game of your choice.</li>\n\t<li>There is no need to update the game every time that a new release is made available.</li>\n\t<li>You may be able to try many more games for no extra cost once you have paid the subscription cost, depending upon the terms and conditions.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>No gaming service is perfect, and before you sign up for cloud gaming, you might want to think about whether any of the following drawbacks are particularly important to you:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>You don’t own the games. If you love to buy games and then keep them at home, you may feel that this isn’t quite as enjoyable.</li>\n\t<li>In the same way, some people enjoy having to <a href=\"/en/games/category/download-games/\">download games</a> and feel more comfortable playing in this way.</li>\n\t<li>A fast internet connection is needed, so anyone who lives in an area with poor speeds could struggle to get the kind of performance needed.</li>\n\t<li>Even with a good internet speed, the input latency in cloud gaming can be disappointing.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2>The Extreme Competition in the Field and the Big Players</h2>\n\n<p>No matter what games you like to play, there are cloud gaming options for you to explore. This is because it has become a massively competitive market where some of the biggest names in the gaming world offer their services to players.</p>\n\n<p>The following are some of the top names that you are likely to come across when looking at cloud based gaming. This selection should keep growing as new hopefuls enter the market and try to win over as many gamers as they can.</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Xbox Cloud Gaming</li>\n\t<li>Amazon Luna</li>\n\t<li>Google Stadia</li>\n\t<li>PlayStation Now</li>\n\t<li>GeForce Now</li>\n\t<li>Boosteroid</li>\n\t<li>GameStream</li>\n\t<li>Playkey</li>\n\t<li>Vortex</li>\n\t<li>Shadow</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>As you would expect, many of the games can be accessed on the video game cloud. At the time of writing, the list of the top cloud video games that you can choose from includes Grand Theft Auto V, Destiny 2, Outriders, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, and Forza Horizon 4.</p>\n\n<p>Recently, Microsoft confirmed that their cloud gaming service may include the likes of Microsoft Flight Simulator, Redfall, and Starfield in 2022. Each service of this kind has a lot of the video games that they offer, so you should check out the current selection before you go ahead and join.</p>\n\n<p>What are some cloud gaming examples? The <a href=\"https://stadia.google.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Google Stadia</a> service includes several titles from Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed series as well as Cyberpunk 2077 and Final Fantasy XV on their long list of titles.</p>\n\n<p>If we look at PlayStation Now, we can see a variety of Final Fantasy titles, Metal Gear Rising, and Duke Nukem Forever among the many games.</p>\n\n<h2>What Can We Expect in the Future?</h2>\n\n<p>Is cloud gaming the future? It certainly <em>looks </em>that way, with the rapidly-evolving technology meaning that we can expect an increasingly improved experience on games in the cloud.</p>\n\n<p>The growing popularity of playing games in this way should ensure that more new games are released on cloud streaming services.</p>\n\n<p>Another important advance is likely to be the introduction of new game cloud gaming companies, leading to a more diversified market with specialized services for each <a href=\"/en/blog/typical-gamer/\">type of gamer</a>.</p>\n\n<p>Keen gamers will be hoping to see slicker, lag-free cloud gaming and cheaper subscription fees in the future, as the increased level of competition should hopefully make this come true.</p>\n\n<p>We may even see free services pop up and certain games get released <em>exclusively </em>on the cloud.</p>\n\n<p>For the moment, cloud gaming remains something that many gamers have yet to try. However, we expect to see this change in the next few years as more people discover the benefits of playing in this way.</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/what-is-cloud-gaming/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"Cloud Gaming and How It Works\",\n  \"image\": \"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/old/blog/en/2014/07/the-hottest-trends-in-social-gaming.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2022-01-05\"\n}\n</script>","date":"1/5/2022"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/what-is-cloud-gaming.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13650"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/indie-games/"},"strings":{"title":"Bedroom Devs - Showing Off the Finest Modern Indie Games","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"540000","description":"<p>The concept of lone developers releasing to a mass market has its roots <em>way </em>back on homebrew-permitting machines like the Commodore 64 or the British Spectrum ZX. It’s arguably only recently that \"indie\" studios have gained any sort of respect in the wider gaming industry.</p>\n\n<p>Yet the term \"indie games\" - meaning \"independent games\" - has become an increasingly hard word to define, even since the days of Steam Greenlight and other <a href=\"/en/blog/the-first-video-game/\">early efforts</a> to recreate the bedroom development scene on modern devices.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>Why is it so difficult defining \"indie games\"? Small-time developers sometimes just disappear beneath the wing of major publishers the moment they hit the big time, meaning that \"indie games\", as a descriptive term, isn’t really that helpful anymore.</p>\n\n<p>Plenty of short, 2D, pixel art games (once a hallmark of top indie games) are now published by major studios. Look at Hotline Miami, Enter the Gungeon, Broforce, and Carrion, all popular indie games, yet all were given a shove by publisher Devolver Digital.</p>\n\n<p>Of course, there has to be some way to detect bedroom developers in the new decade - and there is. Their efforts are usually self-published, sometimes on free indie games sites like Kongregate, and self-marketed, thrown onto a disc with nary a hope for a handful of players.</p>\n\n<p>Lots of these indie games end up taking on the monoliths of the gaming world and coming out on top. Below is a list of some of the best indie games from the last decade, which might just surprise you.</p>\n\n<h2>5 Indie Games that Have Become Major Games</h2>\n\n<h2>Minecraft</h2>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/MmB9b5njVbA\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>So Minecraft hasn’t been an indie game for quite some time now, and definitely not since <a href=\"https://www.influencive.com/7-years-later-minecraft-2-5b-deal-microsofts-most-successful-acquisition/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Microsoft bought it for $2.5B in 2014</a>. The numbers the block-builder has produced since then are almost unheard of - 176M in sales to 2019 and $1.5B in additional revenue, almost clearing the fee Microsoft paid to Mojang some five years earlier.</p>\n\n<p>That’s not mentioning the money made through merchandising, toys, spin-off games, and licensing fees. Once upon a time, though, this gentle sandbox was the archetype of indie games, created by a lone developer called Markus “Notch” Persson, formerly of <a href=\"/en/games/genre/match-3-games/\">match-3 games</a> creator King.</p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https://www.redbull.com/se-en/history-of-minecraft\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Made over a weekend in May 2009</a>, a group of forum members, who provided Notch with feedback for his <a href=\"/en/games/category/free-to-play-games/\">F2P games</a>, actually supported Minecraft.</p>\n\n<p>With this first version, Persson would also make use of the then-four-year-old YouTube to document Minecraft’s development from a riff on two previous projects, RubyDung and Infiniminer, to a full-fledged game.</p>\n\n<p>There are over 150 distinct blocks in Minecraft today, but the earliest version only possessed a handful, including sand, water, air, stone, wood, dirt, and leaves. Minecraft is now so ingrained in popular culture it has its own urban legends, like Herobrine.</p>\n\n<p>Minecraft’s indie credentials are shaky following the release of the second Caves & Cliffs update at the end of November 2021, but there’s no denying that the game helped legitimize the amateur development scene.</p>\n\n<p>Consider that Minecraft’s trademark gameplay has been copied and imitated hundreds of times (including by LEGO, though the inspiration for LEGO Worlds could just have easily come from the company’s own products line), and Minecraft becomes less of a standout example among indie games and more of one of the most important titles ever made.</p>\n\n<h2>Celeste</h2>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/cjenZS4xa3o\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Matt Makes Games, Inc. and Extremely Okay Games, Ltd. are about as stereotypically indie as two creators’ names might get, but Celeste became one of the indie games of 2018 with its deft platforming and simple aim - climb a mountain, the eponymous Celeste.</p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https://www.ign.com/articles/2018/01/25/celeste-review\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">IGN’s reference</a> to Celeste’s success as a “surprise” seems to encapsulate the whole idea of independent development. It's a task that has no proven outcomes but is stuffed with potential because small creators aren’t bound to rigid ideas and deadlines.</p>\n\n<p>As a screen-based endeavor, of which there are over 700, Celeste is at the mercy of its developer’s penchant for mad science. Each screen required its own traps, enemies, platforming sections, and story elements to make the product function overall.</p>\n\n<p>It’s a remarkable undertaking, yet one that isn’t new in indie gaming. It’s something that fell out of fashion many years ago. Lots of classic games of yore, such as Jet Set Willy, Bubble Bobble, Dizzy, and Lemmings, built their objectives around single rooms rather than open worlds.</p>\n\n<p>While sometimes claustrophobic, this practice required a thoughtful approach to structure and progression. Let’s not forget DMA Design’s very many, very awful traps for the baffled Lemmings.</p>\n\n<h2>Into the Breach</h2>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/oaiFvuWsfy8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Excluding titles like Age of Empires and Command & Conquer, strategy and tactic-based indie games will never be as popular as action, adventure, or RPG games.</p>\n\n<p>Even the XCOM franchise, which has a history going back to 1994, is perhaps more spoken-about than actually played, because of its deliberately unfair difficulty that sees the <a href=\"/en/blog/deal-with-gamer-rage/\">player overwhelmed</a> leading to game progress that is <a href=\"https://www.vg247.com/the-satisfying-highs-of-xcom-2-cant-make-up-for-its-frustrating-lows\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">doomed from the start</a>.</p>\n\n<p>Subset Games’ Into the Breach falls firmly into this same category of difficult yet charming strategy games. This time, though, it has a coat of pixelated paint that helps it slot into the indie games niche.</p>\n\n<p>Written by journeyman scribe Chris Avellone (Fallout, Planescape: Torment, Pillars of Eternity), Into the Breach tells the story of a group of mechs trying to prevent an onslaught of gigantic bugs (think Pacific Rim) on 8x8 battlefields.</p>\n\n<p>Yet, as a rogue-like game, a genre that uses procedural elements to increase gameplay randomness, these battles may sometimes feel doomed. It’s not as brutal as Subset Games’ previous effort, FTL.</p>\n\n<p>Especially as players can vacate their current timeline for a new one in the event of a disaster, but battles are still hard-won.</p>\n\n<p>Into the Breach is only the second game made since 2012 by Subset Games. It's a Shanghai-based entity that has just two members of staff, namely, Justin Ma and Matthew Davis.</p>\n\n<p>The temporary acquisition of Avellone, while no doubt a coup for the pair of developers, definitely gives this indie games studio a bit of a celebrity edge. Even if Into the Breach is mostly told in RPG-style conversations stuffed into the egg of a simplistic overarching story.</p>\n\n<p>Still, it’s a darling among indie games, if there ever was one.</p>\n\n<h2>Limbo</h2>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/Y4HSyVXKYz8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Limbo, released in 2010 by Playdead, was one of the earliest examples of what indie game creators could accomplish on consoles like the PS3 and Xbox 360, though its success defies its difficult subject matter.</p>\n\n<p>Limbo has no hint of a story, other than presenting one lost individual with their own personal hell. It’s a game in a similar vein to modern titles like FAR: Lone Sails, Machinarium, Little Nightmares, and fellow PlayDead game Inside, as unsettling yet somehow beautiful quests through bizarre worlds.</p>\n\n<p>However, its primary inspiration has to be 1991’s <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Another_World_(video_game)\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Another World</a> (Out of this World in the US), which uses the same mix of wonder and horror to tell a story.</p>\n\n<p>Limbo is still very difficult to quantify among indie games with its strange setting. It’s depicted in monochrome, forested and industrial, yet somehow primitive too in its violent treatment of the main character. There’s also one particularly horrifying antagonist that haunts the protagonist throughout the first part of the game.</p>\n\n<p>Reviewers have pointed to Limbo’s sound effects and sonic atmosphere as integral to creating the game’s unnerving ambiance, too. It’s Mario via Tim Burton or Prince of Persia via David Lynch, yet somehow Limbo stands all on its own.</p>\n\n<h2>Stardew Valley</h2>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/ot7uXNQskhs\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>It’s hard to overstate the popularity of this Harvest Moon-alike. Created by Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone, who made it in his bedroom, Stardew Valley seemed to tap into a societal need at the point of its 2016 launch.</p>\n\n<p>Until that date, farming and bucolic life simulators had been a bit of a dead horse for a long time, even among indie games, largely because Harvest Moon’s developers Natsume couldn’t make a modern Harvest Moon game <a href=\"https://www.ign.com/articles/harvest-moon-one-world-review\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">for all the pumpkins in the world</a>.</p>\n\n<p>While the Farming Simulator series of games have existed since 2008, Stardew Valley arguably helped them along a bit, too. Of course, much like Minecraft, popularity breeds imitation, and the number of Stardew Valley clones now on the market is frankly overwhelming.</p>\n\n<p>Stardew Valley is arguably the most popular indie game out there. Yet, Farming Simulator 2022 <a href=\"https://www.nme.com/news/gaming-news/farming-simulator-22-attracts-more-steam-players-than-battlefield-2042-3106795\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">had more users on Steam</a> than EA’s Battlefield 2042 at the end of November, suggesting that the idea of pulling a plow is still one of the gamers’ most enticing fantasies.</p>\n\n<p>There’s a lot we can credit to Stardew Valley’s success. Especially as popular indie games that come from solo developers serve as a source of inspiration for would-be developers with just a laptop and a pen in their arsenal.</p>\n\n<p>Stardew Valley’s appeal seems to come from its vastness, something that can remain hidden for the entirety of the player’s experience.</p>\n\n<p>Whether it’s fishing, archaeology, dungeon-diving, collecting, romancing, celebrating, or growing fruits and vegetables, ConcernedApe’s indie RPG seems to be endless, whilst possessing a definite end.</p>\n\n<p>Unfortunately, for long-time fans, at least, there may not be another update to Stardew Valley, a stand that the vaguely similar game Terraria took recently too. The recent 1.5 addition to Stardew Valley was enormous, though.</p>\n\n<h2>Your Favorite Indie Game</h2>\n\n<p>Of course, there's no way to single out the best indie game of all as different players enjoy different things.</p>\n\n<p>However, a few golden examples of indie games do crop up repeatedly. We've covered a few of them here, maybe helping you pick the best indie game in 2022!</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/indie-games/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"Bedroom Devs - Showing Off the Finest Modern Indie Games\",\n  \"image\": \"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2019/june/illustrations/26.png\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-12-30\"\n}\n</script>","date":"12/30/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/indie-games.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13639"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/visual-novels/"},"strings":{"title":"What Are Visual Novel Games? How to Get Lost in an Epic Story","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"480000","description":"<p>A visual novel is an interactive, story-like game featuring an overarching theme and, typically, static imagery. The genre originated in Japan and offers unique gaming experiences that borrow elements from various mediums.</p> <p>{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>In fact, the two most common questions people ask when it comes to visual novels are:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Is a visual novel a book?</li>\n\t<li>Are visual novels even games?</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://plarium.com/en/game/mech-arena/\"><img alt=\"Play Mech Arena Free on Mobile\" src=\"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/ma/4.jpg\" style=\"width: 620px; height: 160px;\" /></a></p>\n\n<p>These are common questions because visual novels are like books and games but, at the same time, they’re neither one nor the other. They’re a hybrid and, in many ways, they’re akin to mixed-media novels. However, for all the novel-like qualities, they are games.</p>\n\n<p>You have some control over the action and there’s an end goal. Therefore, it’s best to see visual novel <a href=\"/en/games/platform/pc-games/\">PC games</a> as highly immersive, highly detailed gaming experiences that make you the lead character in the story.</p>\n\n<h2>How Do Visual Novel PC Games Work?</h2>\n\n<p>The defining feature of a visual novel is text. Boxouts in each scene help you determine where you are in the story and what’s happening. The text boxes also provide you with questions, tasks, and options that allow you to progress through various storylines.</p>\n\n<p>Alongside the text boxes are images and scenery. These visuals are usually anime in their styling but there are no clear rules as to how something has to look. In fact, this lack of rules is what can often make it hard to separate a visual novel from a traditional novel.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/xIoREqcyMfc\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>There is no fixed structure or set of dynamics. Therefore, a visual novel PC game can have <em>a lot</em> of gameplay or <em>very little</em>. It’s also common for visual novels to spin off into various directions.</p>\n\n<p>Unlike traditional <a href=\"/en/games/genre/action-games/\">action games</a> where there is a certain amount of linear progression, visual novels don’t always follow a set pattern. In this way, they are similar to <a href=\"/en/games/genre/survival-games/\">survival games</a> in the sense you are moving through a series of interconnected but not always linear sets of events.</p>\n\n<h3>A Creative Experience</h3>\n\n<p>This dynamic means developers have a lot of freedom. That, in turn, means it’s hard to find the line between where the novel starts and where the game ends, leading players to asking if certain games, like <a href=\"https://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-4/persona-5\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Persona 5</a>, are a visual novel. </p>\n\n<p>In the case of Persona 5, the answer is <em>yes</em>. It not only has a strong storyline with various plots and subplots, but it also offers a lot of gameplay.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/KH0-THtNjTE\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>In practical terms, you take control of a Japanese student from Tokyo who explores the Metaverse. There’s an overarching day-night cycle simulation that guides the main story. This is punctuated by random moments of scripted scenarios that you have to react to.</p>\n\n<p>Additionally, you can build up relationships with other characters, play side games to earn extra powers, and choose between story-specific or multi-layered random scenarios.</p>\n\n<p>So, when you play Persona 5, you’re rooted within a story but have a <em>high degree</em> of control over where the action goes.</p>\n\n<h2>The History of the Visual Novel</h2>\n\n<p>The visual novel genre in gaming goes back to the 1980s. Although the exact origins are varied and somewhat unclear, many experts agree that <a href=\"https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/VisualNovel/ThePortopiaSerialMurderCase\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">The Portopia Serial Murder Case</a> game kickstarted the genre.</p>\n\n<p>This 1983 offering from Enix was inspired by American <a href=\"/en/games/genre/adventure-games/\">adventure games</a>, according to designer <a href=\"https://www.giantbomb.com/yuji-horii/3040-46276/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Yuji Horii</a>.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/BZq8MYRMHCM\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Early novel games had a similar dynamic to American hits such as Sam’s Spade and King’s Quest. Put simply, they featured a series of loosely connected puzzles. However, as the video novel genre grew in popularity, developers began to focus more on visuals.</p>\n\n<p>The storylines subsequently got more elaborate, and, through the nineties, they became highly detailed, <em>visually </em>striking games. </p>\n\n<h2>Why Are Visual Novel Games Popular?</h2>\n\n<p>People like to immerse themselves in a visual novel for a variety of reasons. The main one is the <em>storyline</em>. Just as people like to lose themselves in a good book, gamers like to submerge themselves in a deep and ever-changing plot.</p>\n\n<p>However, unlike a traditional book, players have the ability to guide the story. This is important. Having an element of control means you can take the story in a variety of directions and, in turn, create a new experience each time you play. Complementing the storyline is a constant stream of visuals and voiceovers.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/EXqt_aEdb7I\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Modern visual novels are large-scale productions crafted not just by gaming experts but writers and actors. This ensures they’re multi-faceted, engaging, and enjoyable.</p>\n\n<p>It doesn’t matter if you’re new to the genre or a seasoned player, these games have a depth that calls out to people across the gaming spectrum.</p>\n\n<h2>The Best Visual Novel Experience</h2>\n\n<p>Those that are new to this genre often ask: what is the best visual novel? That’s a tough one to answer, though most critics would laud Persona 5 as a standout. It looks great, offers a rich universe to explore, and has, unsurprisingly, <a href=\"https://m.imdb.com/title/tt3944082/awards/?ref_=tt_awd\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">won countless awards</a>.</p>\n\n<p>However, it's important to acknowledge that the enjoyment of visual novel games is entirely subjective. Simply put, while Persona 5 is critically acclaimed, there may be some people that don’t like the number of subplots it contains.</p>\n\n<p>Indeed, because you can spin-off in a variety of directions and choose different game modes, it can be a little confusing to navigate at times. Therefore, it comes down to <em>personal </em>preference.</p>\n\n<p>There isn’t a single game that can be classed as the <em>best </em>visual novel. Some people like <a href=\"/en/blog/best-story-games/\">less gameplay and more story</a>, others prefer having more control over the action. The best thing to do is try some visual novels and see which ones suit your tastes.</p>\n\n<h3>With this in mind, here are 5 top-rated visual novels to get you started:</h3>\n\n<h3>Blood Shift</h3>\n\n<p>Blood Shift is not only a great visual novel game, it’s the ideal game for newbies. The reason we believe it’s a great entry point into the genre is the fact it’s a detective game. This makes the story and subsequent decisions you have to make feel more intuitive.</p>\n\n<p>Everything is out in the open in the sense that you’re looking for clues in order to solve the case. The plot isn’t hidden behind any metaphors. Therefore, you can get a feel for how the genre works and put your powers of reasoning and logic to the test at the same time.</p>\n\n<h3>Kyle is Famous</h3>\n\n<p>Kyle is a special guy, and the world is about to find out why. However, the way in which they find out is up to you. This is a funny, entertaining visual novel with 21 different endings. The way things play out depends on you and who you interact with.</p>\n\n<p>Each decision you make throughout the day will affect Kyle’s fate. This, combined with the fact Kyle has special powers, such as the ability to travel through time, makes this an extremely engaging game you have to give your undivided attention to.</p>\n\n<h3>Cryptid Crush: Prologue</h3>\n\n<p>A monster visual novel inspired by tabletop role-play gaming, Cryptid Crush: Prologue is your chance to work alongside strange creatures. The story is set in the seaside town of Longhope that’s under the spell of magic, but a vengeful cat called Taro. Your job is to work alongside monsters such as the wingless Jersey Devil, Jamie, and take down Taro.</p>\n\n<p>It’s not an easy task and the story will spin you off in a variety of directions. However, if you enjoy visually impressive, quirky, but engaging visual novel PC games, Cryptid Crush is fantastic.</p>\n\n<h3>First Bite</h3>\n\n<p>The aptly titled First Bite is a vampiric visual novel with a darkly comedic twist. The central theme is survival and, specifically, doing whatever it takes to remain alive. You play the role of Noe, a human who dares to explore the ominous-looking house in Dead End Drive.</p>\n\n<p>It’s there you encounter three vampires and become locked in a quest for survival. Will you choose the right path and find a way out? Or will you follow the wrong storyline and miss your chance for survival?</p>\n\n<h3>VA-11 HALL-A</h3>\n\n<p>If you like a dash of 1980’s nostalgia mixed with cyberpunk styling, VA-11 HALL-A is perfect. This visual novel is set in Glitch City, and you assume the role of Jill, bartender at a local bar called VA-11 HALL-A. Your job is to serve customers and earn credit for mixing drinks properly.</p>\n\n<p>However, when the past catches up with Jill, you have to react. As you progress through stories of the past and present, you’ll deal with loss, depression, joy, and sorrow. Can you find Jill’s happy ending? That’s the challenge.</p>\n\n<h2>Get Lost in a Visual Novel</h2>\n\n<p>So, there you have it! That’s the visual novel genre. These games might not have the hard-hitting visuals of an action game, or the strategic <a href=\"/en/blog/rpg-elements/\">elements of an RPG</a>.</p>\n\n<p>Nonetheless, visual novels are complex, detailed, and highly engaging games that can captivate you on multiple levels. If you enjoy getting lost in the action and using your imagination, visual novel PC games are ideal.</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/visual-novels/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"What Are Visual Novel Games? 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Despite competing with Android, Apple's iOS is still one of the most popular options in gaming. Why? Well, the options on iOS are limitless.</p>\n\n<p>There are over a million iPhone apps available, and the system rolls out new games all the time.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>There is no reason to think 2022 is going to be any different. In fact, there are dozens of iOS games planned for release in the new year. In this article, we are going to explore the top 20 best iOS games of 2022.</p>\n\n<p>We will provide you with everything you need to know about their releases, so you can start preparing to play as soon as the clock strikes midnight on January 1st. Happy gaming and Happy New Year!</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"the-20-best-free-ios-games-to-play-in-2022\">The 20 Best Free iOS Games to Play in 2022</h2>\n\n<h3 id=\"our-list\">Our List</h3>\n\n<ol>\n\t<li>Tomb Raider Reloaded. Developed by Emerald City Games</li>\n\t<li>Diablo Immortal. Developed by Blizzard Entertainment and NetEase</li>\n\t<li>Wipeout Rush. Developed by Amuzo Games</li>\n\t<li>Echoes of Mana. Developed by Square Enix</li>\n\t<li>Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis. Developed by Applibot, Inc.</li>\n\t<li>Super Meat Boy Forever. Developed by Team Meat</li>\n\t<li>Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition. Developed by Grove Street Games</li>\n\t<li>Apex Legends. Developed by Respawn Entertainment</li>\n\t<li>Bravely Default: Brilliant Lights. Developed by Square Enix</li>\n\t<li>Star Wars: Hunters. Developed by Zynga and NaturalMotion</li>\n\t<li>Heck Deck. Developed by Torcado</li>\n\t<li>eFootball 2022. Developed by Konami</li>\n\t<li>Sumire. Developed by GameTomo</li>\n\t<li>Unreal Life. Developed by Hako Life and Room6</li>\n\t<li>Alien: Isolation. Developed by Creative Assembly</li>\n\t<li>Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX. Developed by Koei Tecmo</li>\n\t<li>Warhammer: Age of Sigmar: Soul Arena. Developed by Trophy Games</li>\n\t<li>Disney Melee Mania. Developed by Mighty Bear Games</li>\n\t<li>Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel. Developed by Konami</li>\n\t<li>Pako 3. Developed by Tree Men Games</li>\n</ol>\n\n<h3 id=\"the-lowdown\">The Lowdown</h3>\n\n<p>In Q2 2021, <a href=\"/en/games/genre/puzzle-games/\">puzzle games</a> accounted for 21.18% of <a href=\"https://www.statista.com/statistics/1128169/mobile-games-revenue-genre/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">mobile gaming revenue on iOS devices</a> in North America. Casino, strategy, RPGs, and simulation games followed. Based on these figures, it wouldn't be surprising if the best iOS games of 2022 were from the same, or at least similar, genres.</p>\n\n<p>As it turns out, based on the list above, you can see the <a href=\"/en/games/device/iphone-games/\">iPhone games</a> coming out in 2022 are similar. There are card games and role-playing games. There are also strategy games. In other words, it's going to be an all-around good year for the gaming community.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#1:-tomb-raider-reloaded.-developed-by-emerald-city-games\">#1: Tomb Raider Reloaded. Developed by Emerald City Games</h3>\n\n<p>Are you a fan of the <a href=\"https://tombraider.fandom.com/wiki/Lara_Croft\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">original character depiction of Lara Croft</a> in the Tomb Raider franchise? If so, you are in luck. One of the best free iOS games in 2022 that you have to try uses this <em>classic </em>illustration.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/D3GRBHmvIss\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Next year, Emerald City Games will release its new Tomb Raider Reloaded game for iOS devices. Tomb Raider Reloaded is an action-adventure mobile game. You control Lara Croft and explore hazardous ruins and ancient tombs.</p>\n\n<p>According to the developer, Tomb Raider Reloaded moves away from the “grittier” presentation of Lara Croft that we have seen in recent titles.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#2:-diablo-immortal.-developed-by-blizzard-entertainment-and-netease\">#2: Diablo Immortal. Developed by Blizzard Entertainment and NetEase</h3>\n\n<p>Diablo Immortal is a free-to-play game designed for iOS devices. Its inspiration is the eerie dungeon crawler Diablo video game series. Diablo Immortal will come out in the <em>first half</em> of 2022.</p>\n\n<p>Players can act as a Demon Hunter or a Wizard in the game as they navigate a nightmarish landscape. You can also choose to be a <em>Monk</em>.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/HxrDP1FgadM\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>When games have several character options, you can better express yourself in different ways as many times as you want. That can help make your gaming experience more enjoyable.</p>\n\n<p>The developers of Diablo Immortal understand this, and the game could be a contender for one of the best mobile games in 2022 for iOS devices as a result.</p>\n\n<p>It is important to note you will only be able to play this game with an internet connection as it is an online mobile game. Don’t worry, though! You will find the best <em>offline </em>games for iOS in 2022 later in this article</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#3:-wipeout-rush.-developed-by-amuzo-games\">#3: Wipeout Rush. Developed by Amuzo Games</h3>\n\n<p>Have you ever wanted to play a classic PlayStation racing car game on your mobile phone? Well, soon, you will be able to, as one of the best mobile games in 2022 for iOS is a mobile version of PlayStation’s Wipeout.</p>\n\n<p>The card-based racing game is coming to iOS, but instead of racing the cars, you will take on the role of the team manager.</p>\n\n<p>While the game will look different, there’s still evidence it will be one of the best games released in 2022. Why? Well, because gamers appreciate it when developers take something classic and give it a new spin.</p>\n\n<p>It is even better when developers keep the traditional game's beloved elements. That's what Wipeout Rush is all about.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#4:-echoes-of-mana.-developed-by-square-enix\">#4: Echoes of Mana. Developed by Square Enix</h3>\n\n<p>Echoes of Mana will also be one of the best iOS games of 2022. That's because the action RPG mobile game is the first new entry in the Mana series since 2014.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/87TOLe9bmjU\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The release of Echoes of Mana is also part of Square Enix’s 30th-anniversary celebrations for the Mana franchise. You can play this game for free, but there is reason to believe there will also be in-game purchases.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#5:-final-fantasy-vii:-ever-crisis.-developed-by-applibot,-inc.\">#5: Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis. Developed by Applibot, Inc.</h3>\n\n<p>If you are a fan of the Final Fantasy franchise, this next game is for you. In 2022, Square Enix will release for iOS the new Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis role-playing game.</p>\n\n<p>This game retells the events from the 1997 Final Fantasy VII video game. It is also a single-player mobile experience.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#6:-super-meat-boy-forever.-developed-by-team-meat\">#6: Super Meat Boy Forever. Developed by Team Meat</h3>\n\n<p>Have you ever felt like you have been waiting for something for ages and it has still never happened? Well, that’s sort of what it has been like with Team Meat’s Super Meat Boy Forever game. </p>\n\n<p>A mobile version of Super Meat Boy Forever has been in the works for years, and we’re getting it at last in 2022.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/mx5tLz7Pmg0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The game is set a few years after the original and expands on its gameplay. We also have to note that Team Meat has introduced a couple of gameplay changes. For instance, one change in the game is that it is now an auto-runner.</p>\n\n<p>That means you can only control non-scrolling movement interactions, such as jumping. Either way, the game will be welcomed with open arms and will become one of the best games on iOS in 2022.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#7:-grand-theft-auto:-the-trilogy-–-the-definitive-edition.-developed-by-grove-street-games\">#7: Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition. Developed by Grove Street Games</h3>\n\n<p>Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition is a compilation of three games in Grand Theft Auto. Grove Street Games has remastered all three. There have been upgrades across-the-board, especially gameplay and visual enhancements.</p>\n\n<p>Despite the graphic improvements, Grove Street Games made sure The Definitive Edition maintained the same look and feel as the original GTA games. For these reasons, Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition is one of the best iOS games of 2022.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#8:-apex-legends.-developed-by-respawn-entertainment\">#8: Apex Legends. Developed by Respawn Entertainment</h3>\n\n<p>A mobile version of Apex Legends, a free-to-play battle royale shooter game, is available on iOS in 2022. Since Apex Legends supports <em>cross-platform play</em>, it is bound to become one of the best iOS games of 2022.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/1R559DWBYbU\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The game takes place in the same universe as Respawn Entertainment’s Titanfall series. Mobile players can form squads and choose characters with unique abilities and characteristics. Again, by having options for players, Apex Legends could become one of the best mobile games in 2022 for iOS.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#9:-bravely-default:-brilliant-lights.-developed-by-square-enix\">#9: Bravely Default: Brilliant Lights. Developed by Square Enix</h3>\n\n<p>Square Enix is releasing a new game for iOS to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Bravely video game series. The mobile game, called Brilliant Lights, is a single-player RPG. It will feature key characters from previous installments in the Bravely series.</p>\n\n<p>There will also be new characters in the game, thanks to an original story written by Keiichi Ajiro. Ajiro worked on Bravely Default: Flying Fairy and Bravely Second: End Layer in the past. For these reasons, we’re sure Brilliant Lights will end up one of the best iOS games of 2022.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#10:-star-wars:-hunters.-developed-by-zynga-and-naturalmotion\">#10: Star Wars: Hunters. Developed by Zynga and NaturalMotion</h3>\n\n<p>Zynga has developed a game for iOS devices called <a href=\"https://gamerant.com/star-wars-hunters-gameplay-trailer-abilities-combat/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Star Wars: Hunters</a>. The mobile game takes place after the fall of the Galactic Empire, which fans first saw in the 1977 Star Wars film.</p>\n\n<p>Star Wars: Hunted will come out in 2022, and it will feature several new characters, including rebellion heroes and bounty hunters.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#11:-heck-deck.-developed-by-torcado\">#11: Heck Deck. Developed by Torcado</h3>\n\n<p>Heck Deck is a unique new mashup game that combines cards and bullet hell shooter games. It is one of the first games to do this, which makes Heck Deck one of the best iOS games of 2022.</p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">hi everyone, important news:<br />\nafter 3 years, Heck Deck has an official release date! the bullet hell card game will be coming to PC and mobile on ✨ January 11th, 2022! ✨<a href=\"https://t.co/Je6mtAgjqM\">https://t.co/Je6mtAgjqM</a> <a href=\"https://t.co/EZ0ULc4hB5\">pic.twitter.com/EZ0ULc4hB5</a></p>\n— torcado (@torcado) <a href=\"https://twitter.com/torcado/status/1458445678015827968?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">November 10, 2021</a></blockquote>\n<script async src=\"https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"></script>\n\n<p>The game has five different levels, where each one should test both your strategy <em>and </em>your dexterity.</p>\n\n<p>The expected release date for Heck Deck is around early January. You can play it across iOS devices, such as your iPad. Keep in mind that Heck Deck is one of the <a href=\"/en/games/device/ipad-games/\">iPad games</a> that requires iPadOS11 or later.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#12:-efootball-2022.-developed-by-konami\">#12: eFootball 2022. Developed by Konami</h3>\n\n<p>Like Super Meat Boy Forever, eFootball 2022 is another game we have been waiting to hit iOS devices for a while. The mobile game came out in 2021, but critics panned it for its lack of content and graphics.</p>\n\n<p>As such, Konami removed the game and selected a re-release date. According to Konami, the new 2022 version of the game will have significant improvements.</p>\n\n<p>Konami also said these improvements would add more meaning to the user’s experience. It is reasonable to think that eFootball 2022 could become one of the best iOS games of 2022.</p>\n\n<p>The main reason for that has to be that with the extra time Konami has had after pulling the first version of the game, they can ensure they deliver a high-quality product.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#13:-sumire.-developed-by-gametomo\">#13: Sumire. Developed by GameTomo</h3>\n\n<p>Emotional Japanese narrative adventure game Sumire is coming to iOS in early 2022. Mobile players can explore a Japanese village where they take on the role of a young girl named Sumire. There is no doubt Sumire will be one of the best iOS games of 2022.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/q-7BW1myUns\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>You can credit Sumire's gameplay, but in reality, it is going to be because of the game's compelling narrative, art, music, and characters. The game evokes various emotions and reminds us of the importance of friendship.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#14:-unreal-life.-developed-by-hako-life-and-room6\">#14: Unreal Life. Developed by Hako Life and Room6</h3>\n\n<p>Unreal Life, a Pixel art adventure game, is coming to iOS soon. The mobile game lets players take on the role of a young girl who has lost most of her memories but remembers one person: “Miss Sakura.” You try and find Miss Sakura to regain your memories.</p>\n\n<p>Unreal Life will hit iOS as a premium release in 2022 and include <em>four different endings</em>. Every choice you make in the game leads to the endings, so you have to be careful. This choose-your-own-fate aspect of Unreal Life makes it one of the best iOS games of 2022.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#15:-alien:-isolation.-developed-by-creative-assembly\">#15: Alien: Isolation. Developed by Creative Assembly</h3>\n\n<p>By now, we know over a dozen new games are coming out on iOS in 2022. But what about in the weeks leading up to the new year? Are any new iPhone games or iPad games coming out? If so, can we still list them as the one of the best iOS games of 2022?</p>\n\n<p>The answer is <em>yes </em>because they are still so new.</p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">From December 16, you will be able to hold the complete Alien: Isolation experience in the palm of your hand. We challenge you to find a better way to spend these dark and rainy winter nights. <a href=\"https://t.co/mcMFmN8rq2\">https://t.co/mcMFmN8rq2</a></p>\n— Alien: Isolation (@AlienIsolation) <a href=\"https://twitter.com/AlienIsolation/status/1463189715872632838?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">November 23, 2021</a></blockquote>\n<script async src=\"https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"></script>\n\n<p>To begin, we have Alien: Isolation, available on mobile devices from December 16th, 2021. Despite a 2021 release, Alien: Isolation will still be one of the best iOS games of <em>2022</em>, so don't worry if you can’t get your hands on it right away.</p>\n\n<p>This is a survival horror video game based on the <a href=\"https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0078748/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">1979 Alien movie franchise</a>. It is a single-player action-adventure game where you control Amanda Ripley, from a first-person perspective and explore the enemy-infested space station.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#16:-monster-rancher-1-&-2-dx.-developed-by-koei-tecmo\">#16: Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX. Developed by Koei Tecmo</h3>\n\n<p>Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX is another new iOS game with December 2021 as its release month. This Pokémon-like game is a remaster of Koei Tecmo’s Monster Rancher (1997) and Monster Rancher 2 (1999).</p>\n\n<p>You can raise your own monsters — who doesn’t want to do that? — and train them to compete in tournaments. You can also train them to compete in combat against other creatures. The game offers hundreds of different monsters. Each has different characteristics and skills.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#17:-warhammer:-age-of-sigmar:-soul-arena.-developed-by-trophy-games\">#17: Warhammer: Age of Sigmar: Soul Arena. Developed by Trophy Games</h3>\n\n<p>Warhammer: Age of Sigmar: Soul Arena will also come out in December 2021 on iOS. It is a free-to-play strategy game that takes place in the fictional universe of Warhammer: Age of Sigmar.</p>\n\n<p>As a player, you will take part in turn-based wars and use tactics to outsmart your enemies.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#18:-disney-melee-mania.-developed-by-mighty-bear-games\">#18: Disney Melee Mania. Developed by Mighty Bear Games</h3>\n\n<p>The release of Disney Melee Mania is one month short of the new year. Still, it is going to end up being one of the best offline games for iOS in 2022 to play.</p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Head in the game? Disney and Pixar's holo-arena awaits in <a href=\"https://twitter.com/hashtag/DisneyMeleeMania?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#DisneyMeleeMania</a> ⭐️Coming soon to <a href=\"https://twitter.com/AppleArcade?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@AppleArcade</a>! <a href=\"https://t.co/QF62cs1cRG\">https://t.co/QF62cs1cRG</a> <a href=\"https://t.co/uwVMUCa7Vz\">pic.twitter.com/uwVMUCa7Vz</a></p>\n— Disney Melee Mania (@playmeleemania) <a href=\"https://twitter.com/playmeleemania/status/1460287296230813697?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">November 15, 2021</a></blockquote>\n<script async src=\"https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"></script>\n\n<p>Disney Melee Mania is an Apple Arcade exclusive, which, if you don’t know, is a subscription-based gaming platform for iOS devices. There are hundreds of games available, and Apple lets you download them and play them <em>offline</em>.</p>\n\n<p>Disney Melee Mania is a battle arena game that features iconic Disney and Pixar characters.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#19:-yu-gi-oh-master-duel.-developed-by-konami\">#19: Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel. Developed by Konami</h3>\n\n<p>Konami will release its new Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel on iOS devices in Winter 2021. The new mobile game includes a new story mode that allows players to explore the history of Yu-Gi-Oh! cards. You will also be able to play in tournaments.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#20:-pako-3.-developed-by-tree-men-games\">#20: Pako 3. Developed by Tree Men Games</h3>\n\n<p>We saw Pako 3 released on December 2nd, 2021. It is the latest installment in the Pako series, and this car chase game is as fast-paced as the other titles. Pako 3 is also <em>unpredictable</em>.</p>\n\n<p>There's <em>never </em>a dull moment in the car chases, which makes Pako 3 another one of the best games on iOS in 2022 to check out.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"ios-games-are-coming-—-with-a-bang!\">iOS Games are Coming — with a BANG!</h2>\n\n<p>So, how many iOS games are you excited for in 2022? It is set up to be quite the year for mobile game lovers - of any genre.</p>\n\n<p>Get ready with your favorite games and make the most out of 2022!</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/best-ios-games/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"The 20 Best iOS Games of 2022: A Look Ahead\",\n  \"image\": \"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2018/week_16/cross-platform-4.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-12-16\"\n}\n</script>","date":"3/12/2023"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/best-ios-games.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"16120"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/rpg-classes/"},"strings":{"title":"RPG Classes: How to Find Your Character","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"780000","description":"<p>The modern gaming industry would look a lot different without the influence of <a href=\"/en/games/genre/rpg-games/\">RPGs</a>. That's why it's so surprising to learn these games didn't go commercial until the 1970s, after the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.britannica.com/topic/Dungeons-and-Dragons\" rel=\"nofollow\">release of Dungeons & Dragons</a>.</p><p>Empire of the Petal Throne also put RPGs on the gaming map in the 1970s.</p><p style=\"text-align:center;\">{{banner:default}}</p><p>A defining feature of RPGs is their use of game mechanics to attract and keep players, regardless of the genre - they could be <a href=\"/en/games/genre/medieval-games/\">medieval games</a>, <a href=\"/en/games/genre/mmorpg-games/\">MMORPG games</a> or any other, for that matter. Game mechanics in RPGs, such as <i>critical hits</i>, have helped this genre build a loyal fan base.</p><p>But how do you succeed at playing role-playing games? Are there any strategies you can use? The answer is yes, and to find out why, we have to explore the primary success strategy — utilizing <i>RPG classes</i>.</p><h2>What Are RPG Classes?</h2><p>Choosing the correct character is one of the most important things you can do in role-playing games. When you know the strengths and weaknesses of your character, you are better able to see how to act in certain situations.</p><p>That knowledge gives you a competitive advantage and increases your chances of success in the game.</p><p>Game developers introduced RPG classes to help players achieve this knowledge. RPG classes differentiate characters in combat by presenting a list of skills they have access to. In other words, a character's <i>ability </i>depends on their <i>class</i>.</p><p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/qHndVi7JXLI\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p><p>RPG classes aren't just a fun gimmick. They add genuine content. When there are more classes, you can play the game in new and exciting ways every time. By far, MMORPG games have embraced the use of classes the most. For instance, the MMORPG game Dark Age of Camelot boasts around 45 different classes.</p><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\"><p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Well the game has 45 classes.</p><p>— Ólafur Waage (@olafurw) <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://twitter.com/olafurw/status/1161242699141398528?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">August 13, 2019</a></p></blockquote><script async=\"\" src=\"https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"></script><p>Likewise, we're seeing other gaming genres start using class systems more, including first-person <a href=\"/en/games/genre/shooting-games/\">shooters</a>. In particular, Hero Shooter, a sub-genre of first-person shooters, has begun to capitalize on classes. </p><p>As a player, you want to choose a class that reflects your personality and playing style. You should also reference your playing history and see where you had the most success in the past. Obviously, if you're opting for a superhero, you must be keen on having a perfect name. For that, we must insist that you <a href=\"/en/resource/generator/superhero-name-generator/\">generate a superhero nickname</a> with our free tool.</p><p>For instance, did you see the most success when you played with more offensive skills than defensive skills, or was it the other way around? Are you a better player when you're at the front of the battlefield or keeping to the back?</p><h2>The Main RPG Class List</h2><ul><li>The Fighter Class</li><li>The Rogue Class</li><li>The Magician Class</li><li>The Rangers Class</li><li>The Clerics Class</li><li>Rare Character Class</li></ul><h2>What RPG Class Are You In?</h2><p>After learning how the class you choose in RPGs should represent your style, a very common follow-up question is naturally “What RPG class am I?”. It may seem like a daunting question, but finding out the answer is simple.</p><p>All you have to do is think about what you enjoy about the gaming experience and go from there. Do you prefer to play games that focus more on damage rather than defense? Or, do you enjoy games with a more cautious style of gameplay? Do you like bladed weapons or archery?</p><p>These are all indicators of what class suits your playing and personality style.</p><p>Looking at the class list, we know there are archetypes in RPGs. You may even recognize them from characters you have related to in books or movies. Moving forward, we are going to explore these <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/TabletopRPGTropes\" rel=\"nofollow\">tropes in detail</a>, so keep on reading to see if you are right about your class!</p><h2>The Different RPG Classes</h2><h3>The Fighter Class</h3><p>The Fighter is one of the most basic RPG classes. But, this character archetype is still one of the most popular. The Fighter excels at fighting their rivals in close-range combat, and they tend to have high HP scores.</p><p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/c5OYmLmKPEs\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p><p>Fighters will also have excellent defense and offensive skills. If you like hack and slash gameplay, you should try the Fighter class. The same goes if you enjoy having the best armor and weaponry around.</p><p>There are also several variations of the characters associated with the Fighter class. They include:</p><ul><li>The Knight: The Knight wears more advanced armor and weaponry than the basic Fighter. They often have supportive abilities that allow them to keep their allies safe. For instance, a Knight may use a shield to protect people from enemy attacks. The Knight is also known as the Cavalier. It is common to see this character in medieval games.</li><li>The Swashbuckler: The Swashbuckler also joins the RPG class list. This character represents a Fighter who favors agility skills. They also prefer technical skill to brunt force. This character leans toward light armor or none at all. It’s worth mentioning you can see the Swashbuckler in various forms of entertainment. One of the earliest examples is Johnston McCulley’s character Zorro, created in 1919. Zorro is an agile and technical fighter who uses little weaponry to defeat his enemies.</li><li>The Barbarian: Remember how earlier we asked what RPG class are you and if you prefer games that focus more on damage? Well, now is your time to shine. The Barbarian, also known as the Savage or Viking, often flies into devastating fits of rage. They are not civilized and often wear little clothes. Barbarians focus more on causing damage than defense, which is why they tend to have greater physical capabilities than basic Fighters.</li><li>The Warrior: Also known as the Brute, the Warrior prefers to use large weapons to smash through and defeat their enemies. They do this rather than emphasize defense like the Knight. Warriors tend to be methodical and slow, but they deliver powerful attacks. They can range from being strong and skilled to unskilled but incredibly strong.</li></ul><h3>The Rogue Class</h3><p>Another one of the main RPG classes is the Rogue class. Rogues are masters of stealth, and they prefer to attack when their enemies are least aware. Rogues excel in battle, though they tend to be fragile. They instead depend on their speed to get out of tight situations.</p><p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/qgSfLLRtUi4\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p><p>Rogues are also useful outside of battle. They tend to have a range of utility abilities, including lock picking. Like the Fighter class, there are several variations of the characters in the Rogue class. They include:</p><ul><li>The Gambler: If you see a character in a game attacking their opponents with playing cards instead of knives or swords, that is the Gambler. The Gambler is a Rogue with magical powers, but they depend on chance. For instance, you may see The Gambler drawing a card or rolling dice to achieve a magical outcome. Often, these outcomes depend on The Gambler’s luck.</li><li>The Ninja: The Ninja is one of the most common characters in the Rogue class. Ninjas have dozens of useful skills, including invisibility. They are also great at throwing items, such as daggers.</li><li>Assassins: Are you someone who prefers taking a more subtle approach to your gameplay? Are you more Bruce Lee than Arnold Schwarzenegger? If so, you will like this character archetype. Assassins tend to have more skills in stealth and sneaking around. When they carry weapons, they are often small and quick to draw. Assassins are not known for being the most brutal fighters, but they are the best thieves. They also know how to find places to hide. No one is safe when the Assassin is around.</li><li>The Thief: The Thief excels in stealing tangible and intangible items from their enemies. They are quick and agile, allowing them to get away with stealing rare items. You can also steal experience points when playing as the Thief in some game systems.</li></ul><h3>The Magician Class</h3><p>The Magician is another popular option among the various RPG classes. Magicians tend to use less weaponry and depend more on the elements (earth, wind, fire, water). They also use different spells to beat their enemies.</p><p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/sfqxJYWbKls\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p><p>We should note a Magician is a glass cannon. That refers to a character with offensive power but weak defensive skills. In other words, a Magician can attack from a long-range, but their enemies can take them down at a close range. The variations of this class include:</p><ul><li>The Illusionist: Otherwise known as Mesmer, the Illusionist is a Magician who can cast illusions. Illusionists can also clone themselves. They can trick, distract, and misdirect their enemies, and you will often see an Illusionist also having some form of Psychic power.</li><li>The Inherent Gift Magician: Do you have a particular skill set that you were born with? Well, that is like the Inherent Gift Magician. This magic user was born with their powers, and they focus on them and them alone. While this is a blessing, these characters have limited spell pools. That can affect them when defending themselves and their allies from enemy attacks.</li><li>The Generalist: This is a Magician that studies various types of magic. They don’t specialize in anything. However, when studying magic, it is often rare and powerful. These Magicians tend to be the most open-minded.</li><li>The Theurgist: How many movies have you seen when someone makes a pact with a higher spirit to get powers? Well, The Theurgist is a Magician in RPGs who does something similar. This character agrees on a deal with a higher spirit who rewards them with magical powers.</li></ul><h3>The Ranger Class</h3><p>Another archetype on the RPG class list is the Ranger. Rangers are woodsmen who favor using their archery and melee combat skills over weapons and excessive force. For those who don't know, melee combat is hand-to-hand combat fought at close ranges.</p><p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZQ2qEtygBRc\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p><p>Rangers use their surroundings to their advantage, and they sometimes have skills in natural magic. Rangers are also often very good at fighting one specific enemy, such as monsters, which is why they focus on melee combat. Variations in this class include:</p><ul><li>The Bow and Blade Ranger: Remember how earlier we asked what RPG class are you, and we asked whether you prefer bladed weapons or archery? Well, if you like both, the Bow and Blade Ranger is a great character for you. This Ranger favors both archery and bladed weapons as well. That flexibility allows them to defend themselves against enemies while still executing long-distance kills.</li><li>The Trapper Ranger: Otherwise known as the Sapper, The Trapper is a Ranger that excels at laying traps down for their enemies. After laying the traps, these Rangers often ambush them. Trappers excel at making their enemies vulnerable.</li><li>The Sniper Ranger: Unlike the Bow and Blade Ranger, The Sniper can't use bladed weapons, only archery. For these reasons, The Sniper tends to stay at the back of the battle because they are weak in close combat. That said, the Sniper often has status-inflicting arrows to use to slow down their enemies.</li></ul><h3>The Clerics Class</h3><p>The Clerics class differs from other RPG classes, including Magicians. That is because Clerics get their powers from a God or faith. Sometimes it is a variation of the two. This character’s magical abilities tend to focus on healing.</p><p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/PUT7gt1Q5-I\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p><p>This class has the least amount of variations, but they include:</p><ul><li>The Battle Priest: A battle priest has healing powers, but they can also cause damage. They often appear as tough and confident characters who carry blessed weapons. The Battle Priest is also referred to as the Chaplain.</li><li>The Healer: Otherwise known as the White Mage, the Healer is a dedicated Cleric whose magic can heal its allies and harm its enemies. The Healer is a great character for you if you like being in charge of the survival of your team.</li></ul><h3>The Rare Character Class</h3><p>There are also RPG classes that don't appear in games all the time. It depends on the developer’s world-building and the story they are trying to tell.</p><p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/MKjIVLhG91U\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p><p>Variations of the rare character class include:</p><ul><li>The Engineer: This is a character that uses technology to achieve desired outcomes rather than magic like a Wizard. They tend to use machines on the battlefield and use bombs or guns as weaponry.</li><li>The Gun Mage: This character is a Magician that uses guns to shoot spells at their enemies. While the Gun Mage isn’t the most versatile character, they tend to have greater than normal mobility and attack speed.</li><li>The Beastmaster: Otherwise known as the Pet Master or the Puppet Master, this character can control a “pet” to help them fight their enemies. The pet can be anything from a dog to a unicorn.</li><li>The Beast: Not to be confused with the Beastmaster, the Beast is a non-human creature that uses its body as a weapon. The Beast can also be a human that turns into a non-human character. Beasts lack versatility, but they have high movement speed and excellent terrain-based abilities.</li><li>The Scholar: Scholars are characters that have vast amounts of knowledge. They can study their enemies by reading their stats, and they use this to find their weaknesses. Scholars sometimes use books as their weapon of choice.</li></ul><h2>How to Succeed in RPGs</h2><p>Role-playing games would be nowhere without the influence of Dungeons and Dragons in the 1970s. However, since then, the genre has gone on a journey of its own. Today, role-playing games can provide entertainment for <i>hours</i>.</p><p>They also challenge gamers and keep them on their toes as RPGs increase difficulty levels. Like other genres, there are different ways you can try to see success in role-playing games.</p><h3>RPG Classes</h3><p>As we have covered, one of the best ways to succeed in this type of game is to think about the different RPG classes. You want to select the class you think your preferred playing style will benefit the most from.</p><h3>Have an Open Mind</h3><p>Another suggestion is to go into the game with an open mind. You can get carried away with thinking you need a pre-set strategy for RPGs, but things change all the time. You have to be flexible and ready to throw out your favored playing or fighting style if need be.</p><h3>Team Work Makes the Dream Work</h3><p>Working with other players is another way to see success in role-playing games. Some games have impossible missions to complete without talking to other players. Be open to this experience. Team-work will help you as a player in the long term.</p><p>The more you bounce ideas off other people, the more planning and strategizing becomes second nature.</p><h2>Choose Your RPG Class</h2><p>So, after reading this article, we have two questions for you. First, do you now see how the use of classes has allowed RPGs to build a dedicated fan base over the years? And two, are you still wondering, \"What RPG class am I?\"</p><p>If you answered yes to the first question, that’s great! But, if you answered yes to the second question, go out and play an RPG to get the <i>full </i>experience. You’ll never understand RPG classes without playing one at least once, but try and remember what we said.</p><p>Create a list of all the things you enjoy about gaming and use it to find the accommodating RPG classes.</p><p>Happy role-playing!</p><script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/rpg-classes/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"RPG Classes: How to Find Your Character\",\n  \"image\": \"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/raid/backgrounds/section-2.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-12-16\"\n}\n</script>","date":"12/16/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/raid/backgrounds/section-2.jpg"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13618"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/christmas-video-games-2021/"},"strings":{"title":"The Top 7 Christmas Video Games to Get You in the Spirit","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"600000","description":"<p>Christmas - it is the most wonderful time of the year. Aside from the mulled wine, the copious amounts of turkey, and the awful family charades, there’s usually plenty of downtime for gamers like yourself to sit down and relax with the best Christmas games online.</p>\n\n<p>If you enjoy unwinding over the holiday season with your PC or games console, read on as we reveal seven of the best Christmas-themed video games that you can enjoy on your own – perfect for when the extended family are getting a bit much!</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"super-mario-odyssey-(feat.-the-snow-kingdom)\">Super Mario Odyssey (feat. The Snow Kingdom)</h2>\n\n<p>Super Mario Odyssey is one of the more unlikely Christmas titles you’ll see featured. The 2017 Nintendo Switch game proved hugely popular, taking players on a 3D adventure around the world with Mario and his pals.</p>\n\n<p>The concept of the game is to use Mario’s abilities to collect ‘Moons’ that will power up the Odyssey airship and move from kingdom to kingdom. Think of it as a game where <a href=\"/en/games/genre/puzzle-games/\">puzzle games</a> meet platform games.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/pv-5mVsAJpM\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>One of those kingdoms is the ‘Snow Kingdom’, which is very festive indeed. Snow covers the entire kingdom, so it definitely counts as one of the leading Christmas video games. It’s either the ninth or tenth kingdom that you will visit in Super Mario Odyssey.</p>\n\n<p>You’ll land in the quaint town of Shiveria – a cold, bleak snowy region. When Mario arrives, a harsh blizzard blocks the entrance to the Bound Bowl Grand Prix arena, putting the town’s big race at risk.</p>\n\n<p>It’s your job to work with the Shiverians to clear the snow and ensure the race can begin. To do so, Mario must collect four Power Moons dotted around the area. You’ll then enter the icy race yourself in a quest to land a Multi Moon by winning it outright.</p>\n\n<p>You won’t be able to leave the Snow Kingdom until you collect enough Power Moons. That’s hardly a shame when you’re looking to feed your Christmas video games addiction. But, once you do have enough, you’ll be jetting off to either the Luncheon Kingdom or the Seaside Kingdom.</p>\n\n<h4 id=\"game-details:\">Game details:</h4>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release year: October 27, 2017</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Nintendo EPD Tokyo & 1-UP Studio</li>\n\t<li>Publisher: Nintendo</li>\n\t<li>Genre: Platform</li>\n\t<li>Number of player modes: Single-player and two-player co-operative</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"home-alone\">Home Alone</h2>\n\n<p>Nothing says Christmas games quite like a video game based on the hit movie <a href=\"https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/home_alone\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Home Alone</a>. The Macaulay Culkin classic was turned into one of the leading Christmas video games of the early 1990s, when it was released across a host of consoles, namely Super NES, NES and the Sega platforms.</p>\n\n<p>Regardless, this has been one of the best Christmas releases on any console in living memory.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/kj9et5aSVN8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>If you are looking for festive holiday games online, you may even be able to find Home Alone available to play within your web browser via an <a href=\"/en/blog/game-emulators/\">emulator</a>. Whichever platform you choose, the gameplay and objectives are much the same in Home Alone and stay true to the movie plot.</p>\n\n<p>Kevin McAllister is left on his own in the family household for Christmas. You play the role of Kevin and must do everything within your power to outsmart the “Wet Bandits” Harry and Marv from breaking into your family home.</p>\n\n<p>You can get creative by setting traps around the home and even use weapons to scare and intimidate them. The old-school NES version is one of the most heart-pounding Christmas video games as you play against the clock. You’re given 20 minutes to survive and evade the clutches of the Wet Bandits.</p>\n\n<p>Home Alone is one of those movies guaranteed to get you in the festive spirit, which is why it makes our best Christmas<em> video games</em> roster.</p>\n\n<h4 id=\"game-details:\">Game details:</h4>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release year: From October 1991</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Bethesda Softworks, Sega of America, Imagineering Inc., Probe Entertainment & Manly & Associates</li>\n\t<li>Publisher: THQ, Altron, Sega & Capstone Software</li>\n\t<li>Genre: Action</li>\n\t<li>Number of player modes: Single-player only</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"saints-row-iv:-how-the-saints-saved-christmas\">Saints Row IV: How The Saints Saved Christmas</h2>\n\n<p>Fans of Saints Row IV can indulge in a mission pack titled \"<a href=\"https://saintsrow.fandom.com/wiki/How_the_Saints_Save_Christmas\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">How the Saints Save Christmas</a>\". It is the second mission pack released for Saints Row IV players, available to buy at a price of just $6.99. Within the expansion pack, there are three Christmas video games to attempt.</p>\n\n<p>The plotline of the mission pack centers on Playa, who can’t be bothered to save Santa from his Matrix-esque Simulation. The Saints are enlisted to try and breathe some festive cheer.</p>\n\n<p>Mission one is titled ‘Miracle on 3rd Street’, which is a reference to the Miracle on 34th Street Christmas film, designed to make it sound like a typical Christmas video game. The mission begins in a festive 50s Steelport.</p>\n\n<p>It’s your task to head into the Store and kill Clawz, save and revive Santa and all will be well with the world – at least that’s what you think. Clawz has an uncanny knack of being difficult to finish off!</p>\n\n<p>The second mission \"The Fight Before Christmas\", requires you to head to the North Pole and the elves’ workshop to stop Clawz from manufacturing weapons instead of the gifts that kids usually ask for. Without your intervention, Clawz will overpower the elves and Christmas will be at risk.</p>\n\n<p>The third and final mission, \"The Santa Clawz\", gives you a chance to finish off Clawz once and for all. Locate him hiding beneath a shield gaining strength and kill him off before midnight to bring some festive cheer to the citizens of Steelport.</p>\n\n<h4 id=\"game-details:\">Game details:</h4>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release year: August 20, 2013</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Volition</li>\n\t<li>Publisher: Deep Silver</li>\n\t<li>Genre: Action-adventure</li>\n\t<li>Number of player modes: Single-player or multiplayer</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"duke-nukem:-nuclear-winter\">Duke Nukem: Nuclear Winter</h2>\n\n<p>The Duke returned to our video game screens on December 30, 1997, with an ice-cold game titled \"Duke Nukem: Nuclear Winter\". It was designed by Simply Silly Software as an add-on that’s become one of the best Christmas games through the years.</p>\n\n<p>This expansion pack falls firmly into the Christmas video games category, with Nuclear Winter providing a whole new episode with the Duke, comprising seven levels.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/3jtqZx3PiEM\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Some hardcore Duke Nukem fans consider a light-hearted expansion pack, and its subsequent inclusion in the leading Christmas video games charts, to be an <em>embarrassment </em>to the franchise. However, Duke Nukem expert Mikko Sandt did describe the add-on pack as “fun to play”, particularly for those seeking Christmas holiday games online.</p>\n\n<p>The Nuclear Winter expansion pack includes six new enemies, alongside the classic enemies like<em> Assault Captain, Enforcer, </em>and <em>Assault Trooper</em>.</p>\n\n<p>Santa Claws is one of the most striking opponents, built to resemble Duke Nukem in stature, but dressed in a Santa Claus outfit that’s guaranteed to make you smile. Watch out for <em>Flying Frosty</em>, the dangerous snowman capable of launching Freezethrower projectiles.</p>\n\n<h4 id=\"game-details:\">Game details:</h4>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release year: December 30, 1997</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Simply Silly Software</li>\n\t<li>Publisher: WizardWorks</li>\n\t<li>Genre: First-person shooter</li>\n\t<li>Number of player modes: Single-player or multiplayer</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"christmas-lemmings\">Christmas Lemmings</h2>\n\n<p>If it’s free online Christmas games you’re after, look no further than Christmas Lemmings. Released in 1991 as a widely available festive-themed demo, Christmas Lemmings builds on the huge success of the Lemmings original.</p>\n\n<p>It comprises many short video games which were drip-fed to the public between 1991 and 1994. You’ll still find it on Christmas games online free sites that feature emulators or embed the game within the browser.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/hBvFDcn7hKk\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Two four-level demos were published in 1991 and 1992, with full retail releases available in 1993 and 1994 to play on PC, Macintosh, and <a href=\"https://www.theverge.com/2021/8/11/22619622/amiga-500-mini-announced-games-price-release-date\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Amiga</a>. The gameplay itself remains identical to the Lemmings original. It’s your quest to lead the lemmings to their exit by equipping them with the appropriate attributes or “skills”.</p>\n\n<p>You can use your keyboard arrows or mouse to usher the lemmings around, as they negotiate icy landscapes that look perilous and wouldn’t look out of place even in <a href=\"/en/games/genre/castle-games/\">castle games</a>.</p>\n\n<p>Aside from festive landscapes, you’ll also find the lemmings dressed up in Christmassy attire, and there are even festive soundtracks looped in the background. All these make this one of the most <em>extensive </em>Christmas-themed video games of all time.</p>\n\n<h4 id=\"game-details:\">Game details:</h4>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release year: 1991-1994</li>\n\t<li>Developer: DMA Design</li>\n\t<li>Publisher: Psygnosis</li>\n\t<li>Genre: Platform</li>\n\t<li>Number of player modes: Single-player</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"batman:-arkham-origins\">Batman: Arkham Origins</h2>\n\n<p>Batman: Arkham Origins is the third installment in the <a href=\"https://hackernoon.com/the-batman-arkham-games-in-chronological-order-w5y37ur\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Batman: Arkham franchise</a>. On the surface, you wouldn’t have this down as one of the best Christmas video games, but delve a little deeper and it’s easy to see why this title could get you in the wintry mood: that’s because the storyline takes place on Christmas Eve!</p>\n\n<p>With the clock counting down until Christmas Day, this third-person perspective game requires you to assume the mantle of Batman and thwart a jailbreak at Blackgate Penitentiary.</p>\n\n<p>Despite preventing the breakout, led by Black Mask, Batman discovers he is a wanted man. Black Mask places a $50m bounty on Batman’s head, attracting eight of Gotham City’s most feared hitmen.</p>\n\n<p>As the story progresses, Batman embarks on a one-man crusade to stop Black Mask and help to retake control of the city’s prison. Game Informer named Arkham Origins as the <a href=\"https://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2013/06/17/game-informer-best-of-e3-2013-awards.aspx\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">“Best Action Game” of 2013</a>, while Newsarama named it the “Best Comic Book-Related Game” of 2013.</p>\n\n<p>Although it might not look or feel festive, the Christmas timeline is what makes it feel like one of those must-have online holidays games.</p>\n\n<h4 id=\"game-details:\">Game details:</h4>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release year: October 25, 2013</li>\n\t<li>Developer: WB Games Montreal</li>\n\t<li>Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment</li>\n\t<li>Genre: Action-adventure</li>\n\t<li>Number of player modes: Single-player or multiplayer</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"ssx-tricky\">SSX Tricky</h2>\n\n<p>Millennial gamers looking for some festive nostalgia should look no further than EA’s SSX Tricky snowboarding game. With more snow than you can shake a stick at, there are plenty of Christmas games vibes going on here.</p>\n\n<p>SSX Tricky was the second iteration of the franchise, published under the EA Sports BIG label. It was originally made available for PlayStation 2, GameCube and Xbox, before being released on the Game Boy Advance a year later.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/CMRhcrcs5YQ\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>There are four game modes available in SSX Tricky, each of which is played with ultra-cool remixes running in the background that are sure to create a party atmosphere at home.</p>\n\n<p>Freeride is the open gameplay mode, allowing you to ride and practice your tricks and familiarize yourself with the course. Practice is the single-player practice mode, while World Circuit is your chance to enter a series of races and show-offs, with eight tracks to “win”.</p>\n\n<p>As Christmas video games go, you won’t see Santa Claus getting air on his snowboard, but if you enjoy a winter ski or snowboarding holiday, SSX Tricky is bound to give you all the right feels. It’s the wintriest alternative sports console game out there!</p>\n\n<h4 id=\"game-details:\">Game details:</h4>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release year: From November 5, 2001</li>\n\t<li>Developer: EA Canada</li>\n\t<li>Publisher: EA Sports BIG</li>\n\t<li>Genre: Snowboarding</li>\n\t<li>Number of player modes: Single-player or multiplayer</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h3 id=\"what-video-games-are-coming-out-christmas-2021?\">What video games are coming out Christmas 2021?</h3>\n\n<p>Disappointingly, it doesn’t look like we’ll be getting many new Christmas-themed video games in time for this year’s festive season.</p>\n\n<p>But, mercifully, we have <em>a ton</em> of varied Christmas video games to keep us busy during the festive period.</p>\n\n<p>Happy Holidays!</p>\n","date":"12/6/2022"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/christmas-video-games-2021-1.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"16093"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/new-years-games-online-2022/"},"strings":{"title":"The Best New Year’s Games Online: How to Celebrate in Style","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"360000","description":"<p>Want to play New Year’s games online but don’t know where to start? If so, you’re in luck because we’ve got New Year’s games for every occasion.</p>\n\n<p>Regardless of whether you’re celebrating alone or trying to avoid conversations at a party, our recommended online New Year’s Games will keep you amused in every situation.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>You’re waiting for the clock to strike midnight and a new year to dawn. But, unlike other revelers, you’re <em>not </em>interested in partying until the early hours of the morning.</p>\n\n<p>Instead, you’re at home enjoying one of the best forms of entertainment around: <em>gaming</em>. Regardless of whether you’re alone or with others, video games are a great way to ring in the New Year with a smile.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/Z94X5HS-8_w\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>That is, of course, if you’re playing the right games. If you’re someone that actually wants to see the clock strike 12 and watch the first few seconds of the new year break, a complex <a href=\"/en/games/genre/rpg-games/\">RPG</a> might not be the best game to immerse yourself in.</p>\n\n<p>If, however, you’re not enthused by the passing of time, maybe you do want to lose yourself in a digital world of wonders.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"four-of-the-finest-new-year’s-games-online\">Four of the Finest New Year’s Games Online</h2>\n\n<p>The one thing we know for sure is that gaming can be a fun way to celebrate New Year’s Eve. So, with this in mind, we’ve picked out <em>four </em>of the best New Year’s games online. Ranging from the simple to the complex, solo adventures to co-op missions, the following list of New Year’s games should set you up perfectly for an evening of entertainment.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"the-most-immersive-new-year’s-games-online:-red-dead-redemption-2\">The Most Immersive New Year’s Games Online: Red Dead Redemption 2</h3>\n\n<p>If you want <em>endless</em> hours of entertainment and a game that can take you from New Year’s Eve to New Year’s Day, Red Dead Redemption 2 is perfect. The reason we’ve ranked this as one of the best online New Year’s games is its vastness.</p>\n\n<p>Although <a href=\"https://www.wired.co.uk/article/red-dead-redemption-2-review-rockstar\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Wired called it</a> “so big it’s almost a chore,” the scale and depth of Red Dead Redemption 2 are truly impressive.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/eaW0tYpxyp0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The story is engaging, but the real magic of this game is its ability to draw you in. As one critic noted on <a href=\"https://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/red-dead-redemption-2/critic-reviews\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Metacritic</a>, no other game has ever captured a “sense of time and place” so well.</p>\n\n<p>Another called it a “monumentally huge game, full of unprecedented detail and atmosphere of the Wild West.” If you’re looking to while away the hours in a living, breathing world, Red Dead Redemption 2 is undoubtedly one of the top New Year’s games online.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"the-slickest-solo-new-year’s-games-online:-the-sims\">The Slickest Solo New Year’s Games Online: The Sims</h3>\n\n<p>If you’re searching for solo New Year’s games online, look no further than The Sims. The EA franchise has sold more than <a href=\"https://www.washingtonpost.com/video-games/2020/02/04/how-sims-navigated-20-years-change-become-one-most-successful-franchises-ever/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">200 million units</a> since its inception, and it remains a firm favorite with gamers wanting to swap real life with a virtual one.</p>\n\n<p>The Sims 4: Cottage Living, is perfect for anyone on their own that wants to spend time with people on New Year’s. They might not be in the room with you, but The Sims’ network is filled with millions of real players from around the world.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/pncDT1vNQz4\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>In fact, if you don’t want to pay to play New Year’s games online, you can try the free party edition. Released in 2021 to celebrate 10 years of action, The Sims Free Play: Party of the Decade, will set the tone for NYE.</p>\n\n<p>So, if you’re having a party for one but still want to share some fun with others, you have to try The Sims.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"the-simplest-new-year’s-games-online:-bubble-shooter\">The Simplest New Year’s Games Online: Bubble Shooter</h3>\n\n<p>Not all New Year’s games online have to be complex. Sometimes, simple games can be the perfect accompaniment to an evening of entertainment. For example, <a href=\"/en/games/genre/puzzle-games/\">puzzle games</a> are ideal if you’re killing time waiting for a party to start.</p>\n\n<p>Similarly, <a href=\"/en/games/genre/match-3-games/\">match-3 games</a> can help you pass the time without getting too engrossed in the action. Bubble shooter is among the most enjoyable New Year’s games online.  Available for PCs and mobiles, this online New Year’s game is easy to play but one you almost can’t stop playing.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/_ws2Z59GOLw\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The aim is simple: clear colored bubbles from the board by matching three or more. The act of firing bubbles, thinking strategically, and trying to stop the board from filling up the screen is extremely engaging.</p>\n\n<p>Moreover, the reason it’s the perfect New Year’s game is the fact you can still <em>talk </em>to people. So, if you are in the company of others and you don’t want to be too disconnected from reality, Bubble Shooter is one of the least focus-heavy but most enjoyable New Year’s games online.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"the-top-multiplayer-new-year’s-games-online:-echo-vr\">The Top Multiplayer New Year’s Games Online: Echo VR</h3>\n\n<p>Okay, so you’re with friends and/or family and you’ve all decided that your way of celebrating will be playing New Year’s games online. A great way to get <em>everyone </em>involved is to use a console like the Nintendo Wii.</p>\n\n<p>However, if you want to go a step further and embrace the very latest gaming technology, virtual reality (VR) can unlock the best New Year’s games online. There are plenty of fantastic multiplayer VR games out there, but one that stands out is Echo VR.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/gNHsP6AXx5Q\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>This game is a futuristic cross between soccer and rugby. Basically, players are put into teams and the aim is to score goals. However, instead of running, kicking, and tackling, you’re in a zero-gravity arena. Therefore, you’ll be floating across the court and throwing a puck.</p>\n\n<p>As well as passing and shooting, you can use special features, such as boosters and blockers, to improve your chances of scoring. As New Year’s games online go, Echo VR is one of <em>the </em>most interactive and active you can play.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"goodbye-2021,-hello-2022!\">Goodbye 2021, Hello 2022!</h2>\n\n<p>For those of you out there looking for NYE games - we hope our picks help make your eve, and the entire year, all the more fun.</p>\n\n<p>Happy New Year!</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/new-years-games-online/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"The Best New Year’s Games Online: How to Celebrate in Style\",\n  \"image\": \"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2017/week_49/header.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-12-09\"\n}\n</script>","date":"12/9/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/new-years-games-online.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13593"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/best-games-2022/"},"strings":{"title":"The Best Games of 2022: What You Should be Looking Forward to in 2022","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"600000","description":"<p>What are the best games 2022 has to offer? 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So, if you’re ready, here’s some of the titles you've got to look forward to…</p>\n\n<h2>Best Games 2022: The Big Hitters Hitting the Market</h2>\n\n<p>We’ve divided our rundown of the best games 2022 has to offer into sections, but we’ve started with the <em>big </em>hitters. The four games in this category are likely to surpass all others. Of course, you might not agree.</p>\n\n<p>But it's important to note that they’re all either <em>part </em>of a successful franchise or they offer an interesting take on already <em>popular themes</em>.</p>\n\n<p>So, if you’re one of those serious players who are looking for the top games in 2022 but don’t know where to start, we've got you covered. Take a look at these four, sure-to-be mammoth titles below.</p>\n\n<h3>Baldur's Gate 3</h3>\n\n<p>You can already get early access to the first act of Baldur’s Gate 3 on Steam. For many gamers, this has already made it one of the best games 2022 is preparing for us. Indeed, once the full story is released in the coming months, you can look forward to an epic <a href=\"/en/games/genre/rpg-games/\">RPG</a> like no other.</p>\n\n<p>With the Mind Flayer parasite imbuing your character with mystical powers, you’ll battle through acts filled with death, corruption, betrayal and more. Put simply, if you want an epic story to immerse yourself in, Baldur’s Gate 3 is perfect.</p>\n\n<h3>Company of Heroes 3</h3>\n\n<p>Get ready for another epic tactical battle from the Company of Heroes franchise. The third installment of this <a href=\"/en/games/genre/strategy-games/\">strategy game</a> comes with more firepower than ever before. 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Modern WoW is more approachable than ever, it still plays great, and for this, it's counted as maybe <em>the </em>best MMORPG even in 2022.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/vlVSJ0AvZe0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<h2>Final Fantasy 14</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release Date: 2010, 2013</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free to Play to level 60. $20 for Starter Edition, $60 for Complete Edition. $15 a month subscription fee.</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Square Enix</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>When the first version of FF14 launched in 2010, it was a total failure. The game was limited, it performed poorly, and it seemed to ignore many of the lessons of its FF11 predecessor. So bad was the release, that developer Square Enix took the title offline.</p>\n\n<p>Going back to the drawing board, the company then decided that it was time to try again. In the years that followed they redesigned FF14 from the ground up, releasing it in 2013 as FF14: A Realm Reborn.</p>\n\n<p>From what was a complete misfire, the famed Final Fantasy phoenix rose. FF14: ARR wasn't just a good MMO born from a bad one, it was a great game with a promising future.</p>\n\n<p>Finally, players could dominate the landscape with their favorite Final Fantasy classes, competing and cooperating like never before. From the healing White Mage class to the high-jumping Dragoon, this new title was a love letter to fans.</p>\n\n<p>Unlike WoW, which many saw as failing over time,<a href=\"https://www.gamespot.com/articles/square-enix-sales-have-increased-in-q1-but-revenue-is-down-in-games-division/1100-6494826/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"> FF14: ARR continued to improve</a>. A big part of this was thanks to the story focus that the title embraced so much. Each expansion built on a strong narrative, into what many consider the best Final Fantasy story ever.</p>\n\n<p>Now hitting shelves with Endwalker, the game has officially overtaken WoW as the most popular and arguably best MMORPG in 2022.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/zTTtd6bnhFs\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<h2>Old School RuneScape</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release Date: 2013</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Jagex</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Around the turn of the new millennium, many home computers couldn't play advanced games. Solving this problem were web games, which were simple enough to run on nearly anything. </p>\n\n<p>Some, like the original RuneScape, even let players enjoy MMO games right from their <a href=\"/en/games/platform/browser-games/\">browsers</a>.</p>\n\n<p>As such an old game, the look of RuneScape was limited, to say the least. With updates, the game kept looking better, but some players feared it lost the classic charm. To solve this problem, the developer released Old School RuneScape.</p>\n\n<p>This version adopted the old look but kept performance updates and quality of life changes. It might look 20 years old, but make no mistake, this is still one of the best MMORPG titles around.</p>\n\n<p>Players in Old School RuneScape chase the same goals that made the original a classic. Collect gear, fight monsters, set up shop, and click until your mouse wears out. Easy to run, free, and with low requirements, it's easy to see why this game still holds up.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/HH7sN-zR8qE\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<h2>New World</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release Date: September 2021</li>\n\t<li>Price: $30 (no subscription fee)</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Amazon Games Orange County</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Taking place on a fictional island in the Atlantic Ocean, New World adopts a more realistic theme than most. This is a title that makes the player feel like an explorer of old, setting out to discover uncharted land while competing with a host of yet-unknown dangers.</p>\n\n<p>It's a fresh take, and with some serious quality, it's also among the best MMORPGs in 2022.</p>\n\n<p>In their journeys, players will fight off animals both real and mythical, leveling up and improving their gear as they go. In their downtime, emphasis is on building and maintaining shelter, to show off a mastery of the otherwise hostile landscape.</p>\n\n<p>For the wider story, each player finds themselves caught between the actions of three major factions. Each of these factions fights, schemes, and attempts to carve out as much ownership of the new land as possible.</p>\n\n<p>One of the things that elevate New World to being a contender for one of the top MMORPGs in 2022 is its <a href=\"https://www.ign.com/articles/new-world-community-challenges-the-devs-to-play-their-own-endgame-and-the-devs-accepted-myrkguard\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">emphasis on community</a>. You might not care for your faction, but there's still satisfaction in fighting for your human neighbors and community.</p>\n\n<p>As exciting as this can be, players should also be aware that not everything in this new land is as natural as it might seem.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/OKnUBs-Ko44\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<h2>Guild Wars 2</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release Date: 2012</li>\n\t<li>Price: The base game is free, newer expansions cost $30. No subscription fees.</li>\n\t<li>Developer: ArenaNet</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>The first Guild Wars marked a point of revolution in the MMORPG industry. It was far more active than most titles and avoided the traditional holy trinity for more varied class options.</p>\n\n<p>The developers carried these ideas over to their sequel, helping making the game one of the best MMORPGs in 2022.</p>\n\n<p>Set in Tyria, Guild Wars 2 marks the return of five Elder Dragons, a devastating species responsible for some of the land's greatest catastrophes.</p>\n\n<p>With such an imminent threat at hand, the different races and guilds must band together in an uneasy alliance to fight for their survival.</p>\n\n<p>Guild War 2 also finds success in how it leans into the idea of the Living Story concept. As the years pass, major story elements have had appreciable repercussions on the explorable space.</p>\n\n<p>Sometimes new areas open up, other times entire zones are left destroyed after intense battles.</p>\n\n<p>With no monthly fee, Guild Wars 2 shows that sometimes the best MMORPGs <em>don't </em>require constant attention. There's always something to come back to and see in this game, and players have shown their appreciation for that fact.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/KiNpIbd5jeE\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<h2>Starbase</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release Date: July 2021</li>\n\t<li>Price: $24.50 (no subscription fee)</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Frozenbyte</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Entering early access in 2021, Starbase has quickly shown itself to be a major competitor for the best MMORPG in 2022 crown. Still in early access, the game has already pulled in critical acclaim from the public.</p>\n\n<p>While space might seem a natural target for an MMO, most efforts have consistently fallen short like Star Citizen.</p>\n\n<p>With a heavy emphasis on sci-fi, players in Starbase control a humanoid robot as their player character. Working alone or with friends, the goal is to gather materials, craft ships and weapons, and ultimately, build a base to call home.</p>\n\n<p>Including combat, flight, mining, and a sense of scale only possible in the void, the appeal of Starbase is easy to understand. Starbase could easily end up one of the greatest games of the decade.</p>\n\n<p>All this, and the game's still in early access, and progressing at a steady rate. Whatever the developers have in store for players next, you can bet we'll be watching Starbase closely.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/W-pSBqK9nSQ\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<h2>The Elder Scrolls Online</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release Date: 2014</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free to play over 23 zones. $40 for the most recent expansion. $15 a month subscription fee</li>\n\t<li>Developer: ZeniMax Online Studios</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>The Elder Scrolls franchise has always been about exploring an enormous world, so it makes sense that it would suit an online game.</p>\n\n<p>Taking place on Tamriel in the Second Era, TES: Online takes what is essentially the modern Skyrim framework and adapts it into the online space.</p>\n\n<p>Starting as a prisoner, in typical Scrolls fashion, the player has a lot of power over their character's skills and style. From the stealthy Khajiit Warden to a more brutish Orc Dragonknight, this title pulls deep from the series' established lore.</p>\n\n<p>As for what makes it one of the best MMORPGs in 2022, credit has to go to the worldbuilding above all else. Bethesda has spent a long time crafting this world and rarely is that as evident as it is with TES: Online.</p>\n\n<p>From lowly street hustlers to high-level political intrigue, TES: Online gives the player a front-row seat. It might not have the modding potential that sets the other games apart, but in terms of overall quality, this game is still a top performer.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/uq1o2VG1ogY\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<h2>Eve Online</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release Date: 2003</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free</li>\n\t<li>Developer: CCP Games</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>One of the older games on this list, Eve Online has reached legendary status in the online gaming world. Set over 21,000 years in the future, the universe of EO is one where humanity has long forgotten its roots.</p>\n\n<p>Adopting a sort of space-facing tribalism, conflict is eternal over more than 5,000 star systems.</p>\n\n<p>In terms of gameplay, the loop in Eve Online involves piloting space ships and upgrading your financial status. Starting with a small craft, the most successful players can end up with massive capital ships and enough firepower to take down a small fleet on their own.</p>\n\n<p>As for what elevates Eve to one of the best, that has to be the community. Eve Online involves a setting that is very much controlled by human clans and player groups. Guilds claim entire portions of the galaxy, fighting for domination and against oblivion.</p>\n\n<p>A big part of this excitement comes from how the <em>currency </em>in this game has a direct real-life value. Losing big is measurable in an objective sense, with the famed \"Massacre at M2-XFE\" costing $378,012 on its own.</p>\n\n<p>Easily one of the best free MMORPGs in 2022, Eve Online is a title that <a href=\"/en/blog/hardcore-gamer/\">hardcore gamers</a> should take <em>very </em>seriously.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/sPFII3ozSHI\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<h2>Star Wars: The Old Republic</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release Date: 2011</li>\n\t<li>Price: Free up to level 60. $15 a month for a subscription with all active features.</li>\n\t<li>Developer: BioWare Austin</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>After the hype, release, and then the death of 2003's Star Wars Galaxies, gamers were unsure about The Old Republic. Though the first CG trailers were of the highest quality, this was an era where Star Wars video games were in doubt.</p>\n\n<p>When it first hit shelves in 2011, SW: TOR proved it had real legs.</p>\n\n<p>Now finding a place as one of the best free MMORPG experiences, the game, its world, and its story has come a long way. Allowing players to fill the shoes of Jedi, Sith, troopers, bounty hunters, smugglers, and Imperial Agents, choice in TOR is king.</p>\n\n<p>Backed up by the trademark strong BioWare story and systems of morality, it's easy to see why this game has remained popular.</p>\n\n<p>Fans of Star Wars might have lived in a dark age once the license went to EA, but outside of their grasp, games from other developers remain strong. Still one of the best MMORPGs in 2022, TOR has proven its longevity.</p>\n\n<p>Plus, if the last few years have been any indication, there's no risk of this game falling into the same trap that Galaxies did.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/cmyF5ge6SQU\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<h2>Swords Of Legends Online</h2>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release Date: July 2021</li>\n\t<li>Price: $40 (no subscription fee)</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Aurogon</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>For the western market, Swords of Legends Online might seem like it came from nowhere. In reality, it's based on the 2014 Chinese television series <a href=\"https://mydramalist.com/7748-swords-of-legends\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Swords of Legends</a>, which is itself based on a 2010 <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GuJian\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">video game called GuJian</a>.</p>\n\n<p>This might seem an unusual origin story, but the quality of the game and its setting has made it the best MMORPG 2022 offers for many players</p>\n\n<p>Set in the Tang Dynasty, the story in Swords of Legends Online follows ancient sealed swords locked away to protect innocent lives. For the player, this means collecting weapons, exploring a vast landscape, and fighting evil.</p>\n\n<p>What sets this game as one of the top MMORPGs in 2022 has to be its variety and unique approach to gameplay. SOLO is a fast-paced and action-heavy title, relying on physical spacing and reflexes far more than most MMORPGs.</p>\n\n<p>It also includes a robust player-housing and customization system. While many MMOs like FF14 try to include this feature, they're usually limited to only the richest players.</p>\n\n<p>Everyone in SOLO gets their own home, and building the perfect abode is rewarding, fun, and easy.</p>\n\n<p>The one caveat we'd point out with Swords of Legends Online is that the translation can be a bit spotty. Turn the dub to its original Chinese, and this becomes less of an issue, though the menu localization still needs a little work.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/yXJ35Q0iIGA\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>With these top MMORPG titles, players have a way to engage the full range of possibilities on offer. Whether looking to spend many hours building up a second life, or jumping in now and then to unwind, there should be something on this list for everyone.</p>\n\n<p>Just remember to learn the MMORPG games lingo first, and there's no telling how far your adventures in the virtual world could take you!</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/best-mmorpgs-2022/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"What Are the Best MMORPGs in 2022?\",\n  \"image\": \"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2019/week_7/12_Battle.png\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2022-01-06\"\n}\n</script>","date":"1/6/2022"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/best-mmorpgs-2022.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13655"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/metroidvania-games/"},"strings":{"title":"A Guide to the World of Metroidvanias","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"480000","description":"<p>In a video gaming landscape so often popularized by first and third-person shooters, it can be easy to forget the little guys. But some of these little guys, like Metroidvania games, have had influences <em>far </em>beyond their humble beginnings.</p>\n\n<p>This is a curious genre, distinguished from others on the block due to its interesting origins and dynamic gaming features.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<h2>So, What is a Metroidvania?</h2>\n\n<p>As a fusion of different elements, this isn't an easy question to answer. In a general sense, Metroidvania is a <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Action-adventure_game\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">2D action-adventure game</a> that relies on platforming and ability acquisition.</p>\n\n<p>Over time, the player character in a Metroidvania gains traversal options as they explore a centralized world.</p>\n\n<p>While this definition usually holds, it's important to remember that video games and game genres evolve. In addition, since there isn't one strict definition, there's room for personal interpretation.</p>\n\n<p>Some people regard all adventure games with the main hub overworld as Metroidvanias, as long as the player keeps gaining more forms of movement to unlock new areas.</p>\n\n<p>With this approach, series like <a href=\"https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/dark-souls-remastered-switch/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Dark Souls</a> and even <a href=\"https://www.zelda.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">The Legend of Zelda</a> could be regarded as Metroidvania titles. Since this muddies the water and is the source of much debate, it's perhaps wise to stick to 2D-orientated gaming examples that exemplify the genre.</p>\n\n<p>Adding to this complexity is a common belief that Metroidvania titles <em>must </em>be difficult. This can be true, especially for retro Metroidvania games, but it's not always so. Many Metroidvania titles include <a href=\"/en/games/genre/rpg-games/\">RPG</a> leveling mechanics, which means a player can grind for more power if they wish.</p>\n\n<p>Of course, players can also limit themselves if they want more of a challenge.</p>\n\n<h2>The Origins of Metroidvania Titles</h2>\n\n<p>The name <em>Metroidvania </em>is an amalgamation of <a href=\"https://metroid.nintendo.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Metroid</a> and <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castlevania\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Castlevania</a>. Though these started as platform and <a href=\"/en/games/genre/action-games/\">action games</a> with an emphasis on <a href=\"/en/games/genre/adventure-games/\">adventure</a>, they also predated modern genre separations.</p>\n\n<p>The first Metroid game was released in 1986 on the Nintendo Entertainment System. Set in 20X5, the game had the space-faring bounty hunter Samus Aran on a mission to stop the Metroid threat.</p>\n\n<p>Considered the greatest threats to galactic life, Metroids were being used as biological weapons, and only Samus had the skill to stop them. Infiltrating a space pirate base and destroying everything on her way out, Samus became a legend.</p>\n\n<p>She was also one of the<a href=\"/en/blog/female-avatars/\"> first female video game protagonists</a>, which many players didn't learn about until the ending screen rolled.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/8nCdK5kxuY4\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Also released in 1986 on the NES, Castlevania took an approach much more tied to folklore and mythology. In Castlevania, the player took the role of Simon Belmont. As a descendent of a legendary vampire killer, Simon's goal was to brave the castle and kill Dracula.</p>\n\n<p>On the way he would fight monsters made famous in Hammer Horror films, taking on the likes of Frankenstein's monster, the Grim Reaper, and many more.</p>\n\n<p>While these two series contributed to the name, it wasn't until later entries that the classic Metroidvania formula appeared. This was with Super Metroid and Castlevania: Symphony of the Night.</p>\n\n<p>Regarded as the true grandparents of Metroidvania titles, earlier games were more <em>classic</em> action adventures.</p>\n\n<h2>History's Best Metroidvania Games</h2>\n\n<p>Since taste is subjective, it's difficult to come up with a list of Metroidvania titles that are considered strictly the best. That said, there are examples from history too important to ignore.</p>\n\n<p>Here are the <strong>five best</strong> Metroidvania games to hit shelves, in our opinion:</p>\n\n<h3>Super Metroid – Nintendo – 1994</h3>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/quR5-FEaM9c\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>As the third installment in the Metroid series, there was a lot of hype around Super Metroid. Launched on the Super Nintendo, this was the first Metroidvania game to really push the boundaries of what the genre could do.</p>\n\n<p>Following the heroine Samus, Super Metroid relayed her attempt to recapture or kill the last Metroid.</p>\n\n<p>Super Metroid was a title that both looked fantastic and played extremely well. With tight controls and an emphasis on atmosphere, it stuck with players for decades to come. Now one of the most popular speed-running games in history, its legacy continues to thrive.</p>\n\n<h3>Castlevania: Symphony of the Night – Konami – 1997</h3>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/wDE34DggEw4\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Originally hitting the PlayStation 1, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night is often regarded as the best Metroidvania game ever. At its core, it followed similar sensibilities as prior entries only turned up to eleven.</p>\n\n<p>Funnily enough, at the time, its 2D nature made many reviewers question its quality when compared to its 3D cousin on <a href=\"https://nintendo.fandom.com/wiki/Nintendo_64\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Nintendo 64</a>. Over time, SOTN would become known as the unquestionably better game.</p>\n\n<p>Symphony of the Night featured an enormous castle to explore, filled with many monsters and weapons. It also introduced strong RPG elements, including leveling up to gain strength. With the ultimate goal of killing Dracula, players would need all the help they could get.</p>\n\n<p>Not especially commercially successful, SOTN would still go on to become a cult hit, and arguably the most popular of all Metroidvania titles.</p>\n\n<h3>Ori and the Will of the Wisps – Moon Studios – 2020</h3>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/u6cxYQOljJk\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Sequel to Ori and the Blind Forest, the multiplatform release of Will of the Wisps was highly anticipated. It also had no problem living up to the hype, becoming critically and commercially acclaimed.</p>\n\n<p>Ori and the Will of the Wisps built on the Metroidvania formula of its predecessor, pushing the series to new heights.</p>\n\n<p>In this game, the player controls the eponymous Ori, a forest spirit. Lost in a new land, Ori had to reunite with his friends and save the land from encroaching evil. Easily one of the best-looking games ever released, Will of the Wisps is a modern Metroidvania <em>not </em>to be missed.</p>\n\n<h3>Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night – ArtPlay – 2019</h3>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/ziyxCRvqeIg\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Produced by <a href=\"https://www.videogameschronicle.com/people/koji-igarashi/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Koji Igarashi</a>, one of the big names behind Symphony of the Night, Ritual of the Night served as an unofficial modern Castlevania game. Crowdfunded to great success, there were some early doubts about the game's quality, but not for long.</p>\n\n<p>On release, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night met with universal applause.</p>\n\n<p>Heralded as a return to what made Metroidvania titles great, ROTN shows that the classic formula still has legs. Taking abilities from enemies and leveling up, this game made long-dormant fans salivate at the thought of what comes next.</p>\n\n<p>Since Konami doesn't seem interested anymore, and Bloodstained was such a hit, the ball's now in Igarashi's court.</p>\n\n<h3>Guacamelee! – DrinkBox Studios - 2013</h3>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/4g_9tUz0Xa4\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Stepping outside the norm with this one, Guacamelee! places a strong emphasis on brawling and combos. Set in a fictional Mexican village, this Metroidvania follows a humble farmer.</p>\n\n<p>Overcoming death and fighting for his lost love, the now-luchador Juan's adventures only get more ridiculous as the game goes on.</p>\n\n<p>Far outside of the sci-fi and western-fantasy aesthetic, players weren't sure what to make of Guacamelee! at first. With so much charm and character, these concerns didn't last long.</p>\n\n<p>Guacamelee! is one of the Metroidvania titles which demonstrates how flexible the formula can be. Even including a <a href=\"/en/blog/co-op-games/\">four-player, co-op</a>, this title swung for the fences, and it connected.</p>\n\n<h2>Where to Find Metroidvania Titles</h2>\n\n<p>Originally confined to consoles, modern Metroidvanias are available on every system. In general, it's PC owners who get the most choice here. Using storefronts like Steam, players have access to a wide range of contemporary games, with included ratings and prices.</p>\n\n<p>These storefronts even sometimes include ports of more classic games, like the Castlevania Advance Collection, first released on the Gameboy Advance. Players interested in Metroid, however, will have to turn to a Nintendo console like the Switch.</p>\n\n<p>Tied to the system for decades, it's unlikely that players can expect to see Metroid games on PC anytime soon.</p>\n\n<p>For the original classic games, players could also consider <a href=\"/en/blog/game-emulators/\">emulation</a>. Since some of these older Metroidvanias are no longer sold, the developers and publishers will lose no money from you taking this route.</p>\n\n<p>Just make double sure that any games ROM files you download have no updated releases, to keep everything safe.</p>\n\n<h3>How Difficult are Metroidvania Games?</h3>\n\n<p>When looking for a direct game to start, the games in the list above are the best standout examples. You could also check out top lists through Google searches to further narrow down choices.</p>\n\n<p>Since Metroidvania titles can get quite complex, it might be best to start with a simple game, and then ease yourself in. Remember - don't be scared to look up guides if you get lost, that's something even the most experienced Metroidvania players go through.</p>\n\n<p>As an evolving genre, it's impossible to tell where Metroidvanias might go next. At least, with the success of Metroid: Dread, one-half of the genre's namesake remains strong. Here's to hoping that Konami gets their act together as well, for the sake of future Belmonts.</p>\n\n<p>At least, no matter what happens to the originators, the Metroidvania genre continues to grow. There's never been a better time to be a Metroidvania fan, and with the next generation heating up, the future looks bright!</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/metroidvania-games/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"A Guide to the World of Metroidvanias\",\n  \"image\": \"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/old/blog/en/2015/26/Learn_How_To_Create_A_Fantastic_Game_Setting1.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2022-01-06\"\n}\n</script>","date":"6/8/2022"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/metroidvania-games.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13654"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/what-is-cloud-gaming/"},"strings":{"title":"Cloud Gaming and How It Works","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"540000","description":"<p>Cloud gaming promises to give us even greater flexibility when playing games online, but how does it work, and is it free or does it cost money?</p>\n\n<p>Let’s take a look at the subject to see what it covers and how to get started.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<h2>What Is Cloud Gaming? The Basics</h2>\n\n<p>The concept of cloud gaming is centered around playing a game using remote servers located in data centers, instead of having to buy the disk or download it.</p>\n\n<p>Browser cloud gaming allows players to engage with exactly the same game as would be accessible with a physical copy, but it just runs elsewhere rather than on your own device.</p>\n\n<p>You can play the games anywhere and using any screen, making it similar in some ways to streaming services like <a href=\"https://www.netflix.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Netflix</a> and <a href=\"https://www.amazon.com/amazonprime\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Amazon Prime</a>, but also giving you the ability to interact and control the action. To play in this way, you need a fast, reliable internet connection.</p>\n\n<p>If the connection is too slow, you will likely endure a frustrating and far-from-enjoyable gaming experience full of lags.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/OnxcTCNW_yI\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>To access the games, you use your cloud gaming browser or a specific app, either on a PC or on a mobile device.</p>\n\n<p>This method of gaming also avoids the need to spend a lot of money on the latest generation of consoles or on a cutting-edge PC, as you are just picking up the stream that comes from a remote server.</p>\n\n<p>The quality of the game is based <em>purely </em>on the server and your internet speed.</p>\n\n<p>As you can imagine, this means that you can play the same cloud based video games on your smartphone, on a console, or on a PC, rather than being restricted to a single device.</p>\n\n<p>The arrival of cloud gaming has opened up a huge new market for gamers to enjoy the <a href=\"/en/games/category/best-games/\">best games</a> in whatever way suits them at any given time.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/2R57IruG-qc\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>As well as being compatible across many different devices, you can also play cloud based games using a variety of <a href=\"/en/blog/best-controller-pc/\">controllers</a>.</p>\n\n<p>From console controllers to a touchscreen and the classic keyboard and mouse combination, this is a neat way of being able to try different ways of playing until you find your favorite.</p>\n\n<p>Is cloud gaming free to use? Generally, speaking, cloud gaming isn’t free. You typically need to pay a monthly or annual fee to hook up to the games.</p>\n\n<p>In some cases, you also need to pay a fee for each game that you play. Other services charge a fixed fee and let you play whatever games you want to.</p>\n\n<p>Is cloud gaming worth the cost? It depends on how you like to play and whether the benefits of playing in this way are important to you.</p>\n\n<p>For instance, someone who wants to <a href=\"/en/blog/cross-platform-games/\">switch between devices</a> in different locations may be more interested than someone who always plays on the same device.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/rXezQHSbLfk\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>We will look at the biggest cloud gaming companies in a moment, to see more about what they offer. Some services let you download the games locally while others don’t let you do this. Therefore, you need to check the exact terms of any cloud video games service that you plan to try.</p>\n\n<h2>How Has It Developed?</h2>\n\n<p>The history of cloud gaming goes back over a decade, with the OnLive service that was launched in 2010 usually described as the first cloud gaming service.</p>\n\n<p>Since the technology at that time wasn’t as advanced as it is now, some technical issues such as increased latency meant that it never fulfilled the potential it offered.</p>\n\n<p>Another major development came along in 2012, when Sony bought the Gaikai brand, allowing them to bring out the PlayStation Now service a couple of years later.</p>\n\n<p>This was the first major move into the cloud gaming market by one of the leading console companies and opened the door for others to come along afterward.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/_JTJ4c2Fomc\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The arrival in recent times of big names like Microsoft, Amazon, and Sony has changed the scene by bringing this method of gaming to the attention of far more people.</p>\n\n<p>How many people currently play games using a cloud service? <a href=\"https://newzoo.com/insights/articles/23-7-million-paying-users-will-generate-1-6-billion-for-the-cloud-gaming-market-this-year/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">A Newzoo market research report</a> suggests that there will be close to 24 million paying to play video games on the cloud by the end of 2021.</p>\n\n<p>They expect the 2021 revenue of $1.6 billion to grow to <em>over $6.5 billion</em> by 2024, by which time it should make up around 3% of the entire global gaming market.</p>\n\n<h2>The Pros and Cons of Cloud Gaming</h2>\n\n<p>There are some alluring reasons to give cloud gaming a try, with the following a few of the main ones you might like to consider:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>You get an amazing gaming experience even on a modest device, because it's powered by the cloud gaming servers in data centers rather than your own device. This means that there's no need to spend a lot of money on upgrading your equipment regularly.</li>\n\t<li>You can play a variety of games without the cost or inconvenience of buying, downloading, and storing them. For instance, you don’t need to find storage space to keep your games and all of the updates that are released for them.</li>\n\t<li>It’s a hugely convenient way of playing, as you can hook up to the games you want to play at any time and wherever you happen to be.</li>\n\t<li>You can play across your different devices without losing your progress. By using the same login, you can pick up exactly where you left off even if you aren’t on the same device.</li>\n\t<li>Cloud gaming also gives you the chance to play with friends more easily. You each need to join the same service and then you can meet up on the game of your choice.</li>\n\t<li>There is no need to update the game every time that a new release is made available.</li>\n\t<li>You may be able to try many more games for no extra cost once you have paid the subscription cost, depending upon the terms and conditions.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>No gaming service is perfect, and before you sign up for cloud gaming, you might want to think about whether any of the following drawbacks are particularly important to you:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>You don’t own the games. If you love to buy games and then keep them at home, you may feel that this isn’t quite as enjoyable.</li>\n\t<li>In the same way, some people enjoy having to <a href=\"/en/games/category/download-games/\">download games</a> and feel more comfortable playing in this way.</li>\n\t<li>A fast internet connection is needed, so anyone who lives in an area with poor speeds could struggle to get the kind of performance needed.</li>\n\t<li>Even with a good internet speed, the input latency in cloud gaming can be disappointing.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2>The Extreme Competition in the Field and the Big Players</h2>\n\n<p>No matter what games you like to play, there are cloud gaming options for you to explore. This is because it has become a massively competitive market where some of the biggest names in the gaming world offer their services to players.</p>\n\n<p>The following are some of the top names that you are likely to come across when looking at cloud based gaming. This selection should keep growing as new hopefuls enter the market and try to win over as many gamers as they can.</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Xbox Cloud Gaming</li>\n\t<li>Amazon Luna</li>\n\t<li>Google Stadia</li>\n\t<li>PlayStation Now</li>\n\t<li>GeForce Now</li>\n\t<li>Boosteroid</li>\n\t<li>GameStream</li>\n\t<li>Playkey</li>\n\t<li>Vortex</li>\n\t<li>Shadow</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>As you would expect, many of the games can be accessed on the video game cloud. At the time of writing, the list of the top cloud video games that you can choose from includes Grand Theft Auto V, Destiny 2, Outriders, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, and Forza Horizon 4.</p>\n\n<p>Recently, Microsoft confirmed that their cloud gaming service may include the likes of Microsoft Flight Simulator, Redfall, and Starfield in 2022. Each service of this kind has a lot of the video games that they offer, so you should check out the current selection before you go ahead and join.</p>\n\n<p>What are some cloud gaming examples? The <a href=\"https://stadia.google.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Google Stadia</a> service includes several titles from Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed series as well as Cyberpunk 2077 and Final Fantasy XV on their long list of titles.</p>\n\n<p>If we look at PlayStation Now, we can see a variety of Final Fantasy titles, Metal Gear Rising, and Duke Nukem Forever among the many games.</p>\n\n<h2>What Can We Expect in the Future?</h2>\n\n<p>Is cloud gaming the future? It certainly <em>looks </em>that way, with the rapidly-evolving technology meaning that we can expect an increasingly improved experience on games in the cloud.</p>\n\n<p>The growing popularity of playing games in this way should ensure that more new games are released on cloud streaming services.</p>\n\n<p>Another important advance is likely to be the introduction of new game cloud gaming companies, leading to a more diversified market with specialized services for each <a href=\"/en/blog/typical-gamer/\">type of gamer</a>.</p>\n\n<p>Keen gamers will be hoping to see slicker, lag-free cloud gaming and cheaper subscription fees in the future, as the increased level of competition should hopefully make this come true.</p>\n\n<p>We may even see free services pop up and certain games get released <em>exclusively </em>on the cloud.</p>\n\n<p>For the moment, cloud gaming remains something that many gamers have yet to try. However, we expect to see this change in the next few years as more people discover the benefits of playing in this way.</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/what-is-cloud-gaming/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"Cloud Gaming and How It Works\",\n  \"image\": \"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/old/blog/en/2014/07/the-hottest-trends-in-social-gaming.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2022-01-05\"\n}\n</script>","date":"1/5/2022"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/what-is-cloud-gaming.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13650"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/indie-games/"},"strings":{"title":"Bedroom Devs - Showing Off the Finest Modern Indie Games","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"540000","description":"<p>The concept of lone developers releasing to a mass market has its roots <em>way </em>back on homebrew-permitting machines like the Commodore 64 or the British Spectrum ZX. It’s arguably only recently that \"indie\" studios have gained any sort of respect in the wider gaming industry.</p>\n\n<p>Yet the term \"indie games\" - meaning \"independent games\" - has become an increasingly hard word to define, even since the days of Steam Greenlight and other <a href=\"/en/blog/the-first-video-game/\">early efforts</a> to recreate the bedroom development scene on modern devices.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>Why is it so difficult defining \"indie games\"? Small-time developers sometimes just disappear beneath the wing of major publishers the moment they hit the big time, meaning that \"indie games\", as a descriptive term, isn’t really that helpful anymore.</p>\n\n<p>Plenty of short, 2D, pixel art games (once a hallmark of top indie games) are now published by major studios. Look at Hotline Miami, Enter the Gungeon, Broforce, and Carrion, all popular indie games, yet all were given a shove by publisher Devolver Digital.</p>\n\n<p>Of course, there has to be some way to detect bedroom developers in the new decade - and there is. Their efforts are usually self-published, sometimes on free indie games sites like Kongregate, and self-marketed, thrown onto a disc with nary a hope for a handful of players.</p>\n\n<p>Lots of these indie games end up taking on the monoliths of the gaming world and coming out on top. Below is a list of some of the best indie games from the last decade, which might just surprise you.</p>\n\n<h2>5 Indie Games that Have Become Major Games</h2>\n\n<h2>Minecraft</h2>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/MmB9b5njVbA\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>So Minecraft hasn’t been an indie game for quite some time now, and definitely not since <a href=\"https://www.influencive.com/7-years-later-minecraft-2-5b-deal-microsofts-most-successful-acquisition/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Microsoft bought it for $2.5B in 2014</a>. The numbers the block-builder has produced since then are almost unheard of - 176M in sales to 2019 and $1.5B in additional revenue, almost clearing the fee Microsoft paid to Mojang some five years earlier.</p>\n\n<p>That’s not mentioning the money made through merchandising, toys, spin-off games, and licensing fees. Once upon a time, though, this gentle sandbox was the archetype of indie games, created by a lone developer called Markus “Notch” Persson, formerly of <a href=\"/en/games/genre/match-3-games/\">match-3 games</a> creator King.</p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https://www.redbull.com/se-en/history-of-minecraft\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Made over a weekend in May 2009</a>, a group of forum members, who provided Notch with feedback for his <a href=\"/en/games/category/free-to-play-games/\">F2P games</a>, actually supported Minecraft.</p>\n\n<p>With this first version, Persson would also make use of the then-four-year-old YouTube to document Minecraft’s development from a riff on two previous projects, RubyDung and Infiniminer, to a full-fledged game.</p>\n\n<p>There are over 150 distinct blocks in Minecraft today, but the earliest version only possessed a handful, including sand, water, air, stone, wood, dirt, and leaves. Minecraft is now so ingrained in popular culture it has its own urban legends, like Herobrine.</p>\n\n<p>Minecraft’s indie credentials are shaky following the release of the second Caves & Cliffs update at the end of November 2021, but there’s no denying that the game helped legitimize the amateur development scene.</p>\n\n<p>Consider that Minecraft’s trademark gameplay has been copied and imitated hundreds of times (including by LEGO, though the inspiration for LEGO Worlds could just have easily come from the company’s own products line), and Minecraft becomes less of a standout example among indie games and more of one of the most important titles ever made.</p>\n\n<h2>Celeste</h2>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/cjenZS4xa3o\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Matt Makes Games, Inc. and Extremely Okay Games, Ltd. are about as stereotypically indie as two creators’ names might get, but Celeste became one of the indie games of 2018 with its deft platforming and simple aim - climb a mountain, the eponymous Celeste.</p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https://www.ign.com/articles/2018/01/25/celeste-review\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">IGN’s reference</a> to Celeste’s success as a “surprise” seems to encapsulate the whole idea of independent development. It's a task that has no proven outcomes but is stuffed with potential because small creators aren’t bound to rigid ideas and deadlines.</p>\n\n<p>As a screen-based endeavor, of which there are over 700, Celeste is at the mercy of its developer’s penchant for mad science. Each screen required its own traps, enemies, platforming sections, and story elements to make the product function overall.</p>\n\n<p>It’s a remarkable undertaking, yet one that isn’t new in indie gaming. It’s something that fell out of fashion many years ago. Lots of classic games of yore, such as Jet Set Willy, Bubble Bobble, Dizzy, and Lemmings, built their objectives around single rooms rather than open worlds.</p>\n\n<p>While sometimes claustrophobic, this practice required a thoughtful approach to structure and progression. Let’s not forget DMA Design’s very many, very awful traps for the baffled Lemmings.</p>\n\n<h2>Into the Breach</h2>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/oaiFvuWsfy8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Excluding titles like Age of Empires and Command & Conquer, strategy and tactic-based indie games will never be as popular as action, adventure, or RPG games.</p>\n\n<p>Even the XCOM franchise, which has a history going back to 1994, is perhaps more spoken-about than actually played, because of its deliberately unfair difficulty that sees the <a href=\"/en/blog/deal-with-gamer-rage/\">player overwhelmed</a> leading to game progress that is <a href=\"https://www.vg247.com/the-satisfying-highs-of-xcom-2-cant-make-up-for-its-frustrating-lows\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">doomed from the start</a>.</p>\n\n<p>Subset Games’ Into the Breach falls firmly into this same category of difficult yet charming strategy games. This time, though, it has a coat of pixelated paint that helps it slot into the indie games niche.</p>\n\n<p>Written by journeyman scribe Chris Avellone (Fallout, Planescape: Torment, Pillars of Eternity), Into the Breach tells the story of a group of mechs trying to prevent an onslaught of gigantic bugs (think Pacific Rim) on 8x8 battlefields.</p>\n\n<p>Yet, as a rogue-like game, a genre that uses procedural elements to increase gameplay randomness, these battles may sometimes feel doomed. It’s not as brutal as Subset Games’ previous effort, FTL.</p>\n\n<p>Especially as players can vacate their current timeline for a new one in the event of a disaster, but battles are still hard-won.</p>\n\n<p>Into the Breach is only the second game made since 2012 by Subset Games. It's a Shanghai-based entity that has just two members of staff, namely, Justin Ma and Matthew Davis.</p>\n\n<p>The temporary acquisition of Avellone, while no doubt a coup for the pair of developers, definitely gives this indie games studio a bit of a celebrity edge. Even if Into the Breach is mostly told in RPG-style conversations stuffed into the egg of a simplistic overarching story.</p>\n\n<p>Still, it’s a darling among indie games, if there ever was one.</p>\n\n<h2>Limbo</h2>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/Y4HSyVXKYz8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Limbo, released in 2010 by Playdead, was one of the earliest examples of what indie game creators could accomplish on consoles like the PS3 and Xbox 360, though its success defies its difficult subject matter.</p>\n\n<p>Limbo has no hint of a story, other than presenting one lost individual with their own personal hell. It’s a game in a similar vein to modern titles like FAR: Lone Sails, Machinarium, Little Nightmares, and fellow PlayDead game Inside, as unsettling yet somehow beautiful quests through bizarre worlds.</p>\n\n<p>However, its primary inspiration has to be 1991’s <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Another_World_(video_game)\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Another World</a> (Out of this World in the US), which uses the same mix of wonder and horror to tell a story.</p>\n\n<p>Limbo is still very difficult to quantify among indie games with its strange setting. It’s depicted in monochrome, forested and industrial, yet somehow primitive too in its violent treatment of the main character. There’s also one particularly horrifying antagonist that haunts the protagonist throughout the first part of the game.</p>\n\n<p>Reviewers have pointed to Limbo’s sound effects and sonic atmosphere as integral to creating the game’s unnerving ambiance, too. It’s Mario via Tim Burton or Prince of Persia via David Lynch, yet somehow Limbo stands all on its own.</p>\n\n<h2>Stardew Valley</h2>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/ot7uXNQskhs\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>It’s hard to overstate the popularity of this Harvest Moon-alike. Created by Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone, who made it in his bedroom, Stardew Valley seemed to tap into a societal need at the point of its 2016 launch.</p>\n\n<p>Until that date, farming and bucolic life simulators had been a bit of a dead horse for a long time, even among indie games, largely because Harvest Moon’s developers Natsume couldn’t make a modern Harvest Moon game <a href=\"https://www.ign.com/articles/harvest-moon-one-world-review\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">for all the pumpkins in the world</a>.</p>\n\n<p>While the Farming Simulator series of games have existed since 2008, Stardew Valley arguably helped them along a bit, too. Of course, much like Minecraft, popularity breeds imitation, and the number of Stardew Valley clones now on the market is frankly overwhelming.</p>\n\n<p>Stardew Valley is arguably the most popular indie game out there. Yet, Farming Simulator 2022 <a href=\"https://www.nme.com/news/gaming-news/farming-simulator-22-attracts-more-steam-players-than-battlefield-2042-3106795\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">had more users on Steam</a> than EA’s Battlefield 2042 at the end of November, suggesting that the idea of pulling a plow is still one of the gamers’ most enticing fantasies.</p>\n\n<p>There’s a lot we can credit to Stardew Valley’s success. Especially as popular indie games that come from solo developers serve as a source of inspiration for would-be developers with just a laptop and a pen in their arsenal.</p>\n\n<p>Stardew Valley’s appeal seems to come from its vastness, something that can remain hidden for the entirety of the player’s experience.</p>\n\n<p>Whether it’s fishing, archaeology, dungeon-diving, collecting, romancing, celebrating, or growing fruits and vegetables, ConcernedApe’s indie RPG seems to be endless, whilst possessing a definite end.</p>\n\n<p>Unfortunately, for long-time fans, at least, there may not be another update to Stardew Valley, a stand that the vaguely similar game Terraria took recently too. The recent 1.5 addition to Stardew Valley was enormous, though.</p>\n\n<h2>Your Favorite Indie Game</h2>\n\n<p>Of course, there's no way to single out the best indie game of all as different players enjoy different things.</p>\n\n<p>However, a few golden examples of indie games do crop up repeatedly. We've covered a few of them here, maybe helping you pick the best indie game in 2022!</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/indie-games/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"Bedroom Devs - Showing Off the Finest Modern Indie Games\",\n  \"image\": \"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2019/june/illustrations/26.png\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-12-30\"\n}\n</script>","date":"12/30/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/indie-games.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13639"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/visual-novels/"},"strings":{"title":"What Are Visual Novel Games? How to Get Lost in an Epic Story","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"480000","description":"<p>A visual novel is an interactive, story-like game featuring an overarching theme and, typically, static imagery. The genre originated in Japan and offers unique gaming experiences that borrow elements from various mediums.</p> <p>{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>In fact, the two most common questions people ask when it comes to visual novels are:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Is a visual novel a book?</li>\n\t<li>Are visual novels even games?</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https://plarium.com/en/game/mech-arena/\"><img alt=\"Play Mech Arena Free on Mobile\" src=\"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/ma/4.jpg\" style=\"width: 620px; height: 160px;\" /></a></p>\n\n<p>These are common questions because visual novels are like books and games but, at the same time, they’re neither one nor the other. They’re a hybrid and, in many ways, they’re akin to mixed-media novels. However, for all the novel-like qualities, they are games.</p>\n\n<p>You have some control over the action and there’s an end goal. Therefore, it’s best to see visual novel <a href=\"/en/games/platform/pc-games/\">PC games</a> as highly immersive, highly detailed gaming experiences that make you the lead character in the story.</p>\n\n<h2>How Do Visual Novel PC Games Work?</h2>\n\n<p>The defining feature of a visual novel is text. Boxouts in each scene help you determine where you are in the story and what’s happening. The text boxes also provide you with questions, tasks, and options that allow you to progress through various storylines.</p>\n\n<p>Alongside the text boxes are images and scenery. These visuals are usually anime in their styling but there are no clear rules as to how something has to look. In fact, this lack of rules is what can often make it hard to separate a visual novel from a traditional novel.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/xIoREqcyMfc\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>There is no fixed structure or set of dynamics. Therefore, a visual novel PC game can have <em>a lot</em> of gameplay or <em>very little</em>. It’s also common for visual novels to spin off into various directions.</p>\n\n<p>Unlike traditional <a href=\"/en/games/genre/action-games/\">action games</a> where there is a certain amount of linear progression, visual novels don’t always follow a set pattern. In this way, they are similar to <a href=\"/en/games/genre/survival-games/\">survival games</a> in the sense you are moving through a series of interconnected but not always linear sets of events.</p>\n\n<h3>A Creative Experience</h3>\n\n<p>This dynamic means developers have a lot of freedom. That, in turn, means it’s hard to find the line between where the novel starts and where the game ends, leading players to asking if certain games, like <a href=\"https://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-4/persona-5\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Persona 5</a>, are a visual novel. </p>\n\n<p>In the case of Persona 5, the answer is <em>yes</em>. It not only has a strong storyline with various plots and subplots, but it also offers a lot of gameplay.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/KH0-THtNjTE\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>In practical terms, you take control of a Japanese student from Tokyo who explores the Metaverse. There’s an overarching day-night cycle simulation that guides the main story. This is punctuated by random moments of scripted scenarios that you have to react to.</p>\n\n<p>Additionally, you can build up relationships with other characters, play side games to earn extra powers, and choose between story-specific or multi-layered random scenarios.</p>\n\n<p>So, when you play Persona 5, you’re rooted within a story but have a <em>high degree</em> of control over where the action goes.</p>\n\n<h2>The History of the Visual Novel</h2>\n\n<p>The visual novel genre in gaming goes back to the 1980s. Although the exact origins are varied and somewhat unclear, many experts agree that <a href=\"https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/VisualNovel/ThePortopiaSerialMurderCase\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">The Portopia Serial Murder Case</a> game kickstarted the genre.</p>\n\n<p>This 1983 offering from Enix was inspired by American <a href=\"/en/games/genre/adventure-games/\">adventure games</a>, according to designer <a href=\"https://www.giantbomb.com/yuji-horii/3040-46276/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Yuji Horii</a>.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/BZq8MYRMHCM\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Early novel games had a similar dynamic to American hits such as Sam’s Spade and King’s Quest. Put simply, they featured a series of loosely connected puzzles. However, as the video novel genre grew in popularity, developers began to focus more on visuals.</p>\n\n<p>The storylines subsequently got more elaborate, and, through the nineties, they became highly detailed, <em>visually </em>striking games. </p>\n\n<h2>Why Are Visual Novel Games Popular?</h2>\n\n<p>People like to immerse themselves in a visual novel for a variety of reasons. The main one is the <em>storyline</em>. Just as people like to lose themselves in a good book, gamers like to submerge themselves in a deep and ever-changing plot.</p>\n\n<p>However, unlike a traditional book, players have the ability to guide the story. This is important. Having an element of control means you can take the story in a variety of directions and, in turn, create a new experience each time you play. Complementing the storyline is a constant stream of visuals and voiceovers.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/EXqt_aEdb7I\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Modern visual novels are large-scale productions crafted not just by gaming experts but writers and actors. This ensures they’re multi-faceted, engaging, and enjoyable.</p>\n\n<p>It doesn’t matter if you’re new to the genre or a seasoned player, these games have a depth that calls out to people across the gaming spectrum.</p>\n\n<h2>The Best Visual Novel Experience</h2>\n\n<p>Those that are new to this genre often ask: what is the best visual novel? That’s a tough one to answer, though most critics would laud Persona 5 as a standout. It looks great, offers a rich universe to explore, and has, unsurprisingly, <a href=\"https://m.imdb.com/title/tt3944082/awards/?ref_=tt_awd\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">won countless awards</a>.</p>\n\n<p>However, it's important to acknowledge that the enjoyment of visual novel games is entirely subjective. Simply put, while Persona 5 is critically acclaimed, there may be some people that don’t like the number of subplots it contains.</p>\n\n<p>Indeed, because you can spin-off in a variety of directions and choose different game modes, it can be a little confusing to navigate at times. Therefore, it comes down to <em>personal </em>preference.</p>\n\n<p>There isn’t a single game that can be classed as the <em>best </em>visual novel. Some people like <a href=\"/en/blog/best-story-games/\">less gameplay and more story</a>, others prefer having more control over the action. The best thing to do is try some visual novels and see which ones suit your tastes.</p>\n\n<h3>With this in mind, here are 5 top-rated visual novels to get you started:</h3>\n\n<h3>Blood Shift</h3>\n\n<p>Blood Shift is not only a great visual novel game, it’s the ideal game for newbies. The reason we believe it’s a great entry point into the genre is the fact it’s a detective game. This makes the story and subsequent decisions you have to make feel more intuitive.</p>\n\n<p>Everything is out in the open in the sense that you’re looking for clues in order to solve the case. The plot isn’t hidden behind any metaphors. Therefore, you can get a feel for how the genre works and put your powers of reasoning and logic to the test at the same time.</p>\n\n<h3>Kyle is Famous</h3>\n\n<p>Kyle is a special guy, and the world is about to find out why. However, the way in which they find out is up to you. This is a funny, entertaining visual novel with 21 different endings. The way things play out depends on you and who you interact with.</p>\n\n<p>Each decision you make throughout the day will affect Kyle’s fate. This, combined with the fact Kyle has special powers, such as the ability to travel through time, makes this an extremely engaging game you have to give your undivided attention to.</p>\n\n<h3>Cryptid Crush: Prologue</h3>\n\n<p>A monster visual novel inspired by tabletop role-play gaming, Cryptid Crush: Prologue is your chance to work alongside strange creatures. The story is set in the seaside town of Longhope that’s under the spell of magic, but a vengeful cat called Taro. Your job is to work alongside monsters such as the wingless Jersey Devil, Jamie, and take down Taro.</p>\n\n<p>It’s not an easy task and the story will spin you off in a variety of directions. However, if you enjoy visually impressive, quirky, but engaging visual novel PC games, Cryptid Crush is fantastic.</p>\n\n<h3>First Bite</h3>\n\n<p>The aptly titled First Bite is a vampiric visual novel with a darkly comedic twist. The central theme is survival and, specifically, doing whatever it takes to remain alive. You play the role of Noe, a human who dares to explore the ominous-looking house in Dead End Drive.</p>\n\n<p>It’s there you encounter three vampires and become locked in a quest for survival. Will you choose the right path and find a way out? Or will you follow the wrong storyline and miss your chance for survival?</p>\n\n<h3>VA-11 HALL-A</h3>\n\n<p>If you like a dash of 1980’s nostalgia mixed with cyberpunk styling, VA-11 HALL-A is perfect. This visual novel is set in Glitch City, and you assume the role of Jill, bartender at a local bar called VA-11 HALL-A. Your job is to serve customers and earn credit for mixing drinks properly.</p>\n\n<p>However, when the past catches up with Jill, you have to react. As you progress through stories of the past and present, you’ll deal with loss, depression, joy, and sorrow. Can you find Jill’s happy ending? That’s the challenge.</p>\n\n<h2>Get Lost in a Visual Novel</h2>\n\n<p>So, there you have it! That’s the visual novel genre. These games might not have the hard-hitting visuals of an action game, or the strategic <a href=\"/en/blog/rpg-elements/\">elements of an RPG</a>.</p>\n\n<p>Nonetheless, visual novels are complex, detailed, and highly engaging games that can captivate you on multiple levels. If you enjoy getting lost in the action and using your imagination, visual novel PC games are ideal.</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/visual-novels/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"What Are Visual Novel Games? 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Despite competing with Android, Apple's iOS is still one of the most popular options in gaming. Why? Well, the options on iOS are limitless.</p>\n\n<p>There are over a million iPhone apps available, and the system rolls out new games all the time.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>There is no reason to think 2022 is going to be any different. In fact, there are dozens of iOS games planned for release in the new year. In this article, we are going to explore the top 20 best iOS games of 2022.</p>\n\n<p>We will provide you with everything you need to know about their releases, so you can start preparing to play as soon as the clock strikes midnight on January 1st. Happy gaming and Happy New Year!</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"the-20-best-free-ios-games-to-play-in-2022\">The 20 Best Free iOS Games to Play in 2022</h2>\n\n<h3 id=\"our-list\">Our List</h3>\n\n<ol>\n\t<li>Tomb Raider Reloaded. Developed by Emerald City Games</li>\n\t<li>Diablo Immortal. Developed by Blizzard Entertainment and NetEase</li>\n\t<li>Wipeout Rush. Developed by Amuzo Games</li>\n\t<li>Echoes of Mana. Developed by Square Enix</li>\n\t<li>Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis. Developed by Applibot, Inc.</li>\n\t<li>Super Meat Boy Forever. Developed by Team Meat</li>\n\t<li>Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition. Developed by Grove Street Games</li>\n\t<li>Apex Legends. Developed by Respawn Entertainment</li>\n\t<li>Bravely Default: Brilliant Lights. Developed by Square Enix</li>\n\t<li>Star Wars: Hunters. Developed by Zynga and NaturalMotion</li>\n\t<li>Heck Deck. Developed by Torcado</li>\n\t<li>eFootball 2022. Developed by Konami</li>\n\t<li>Sumire. Developed by GameTomo</li>\n\t<li>Unreal Life. Developed by Hako Life and Room6</li>\n\t<li>Alien: Isolation. Developed by Creative Assembly</li>\n\t<li>Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX. Developed by Koei Tecmo</li>\n\t<li>Warhammer: Age of Sigmar: Soul Arena. Developed by Trophy Games</li>\n\t<li>Disney Melee Mania. Developed by Mighty Bear Games</li>\n\t<li>Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel. Developed by Konami</li>\n\t<li>Pako 3. Developed by Tree Men Games</li>\n</ol>\n\n<h3 id=\"the-lowdown\">The Lowdown</h3>\n\n<p>In Q2 2021, <a href=\"/en/games/genre/puzzle-games/\">puzzle games</a> accounted for 21.18% of <a href=\"https://www.statista.com/statistics/1128169/mobile-games-revenue-genre/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">mobile gaming revenue on iOS devices</a> in North America. Casino, strategy, RPGs, and simulation games followed. Based on these figures, it wouldn't be surprising if the best iOS games of 2022 were from the same, or at least similar, genres.</p>\n\n<p>As it turns out, based on the list above, you can see the <a href=\"/en/games/device/iphone-games/\">iPhone games</a> coming out in 2022 are similar. There are card games and role-playing games. There are also strategy games. In other words, it's going to be an all-around good year for the gaming community.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#1:-tomb-raider-reloaded.-developed-by-emerald-city-games\">#1: Tomb Raider Reloaded. Developed by Emerald City Games</h3>\n\n<p>Are you a fan of the <a href=\"https://tombraider.fandom.com/wiki/Lara_Croft\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">original character depiction of Lara Croft</a> in the Tomb Raider franchise? If so, you are in luck. One of the best free iOS games in 2022 that you have to try uses this <em>classic </em>illustration.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/D3GRBHmvIss\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Next year, Emerald City Games will release its new Tomb Raider Reloaded game for iOS devices. Tomb Raider Reloaded is an action-adventure mobile game. You control Lara Croft and explore hazardous ruins and ancient tombs.</p>\n\n<p>According to the developer, Tomb Raider Reloaded moves away from the “grittier” presentation of Lara Croft that we have seen in recent titles.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#2:-diablo-immortal.-developed-by-blizzard-entertainment-and-netease\">#2: Diablo Immortal. Developed by Blizzard Entertainment and NetEase</h3>\n\n<p>Diablo Immortal is a free-to-play game designed for iOS devices. Its inspiration is the eerie dungeon crawler Diablo video game series. Diablo Immortal will come out in the <em>first half</em> of 2022.</p>\n\n<p>Players can act as a Demon Hunter or a Wizard in the game as they navigate a nightmarish landscape. You can also choose to be a <em>Monk</em>.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/HxrDP1FgadM\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>When games have several character options, you can better express yourself in different ways as many times as you want. That can help make your gaming experience more enjoyable.</p>\n\n<p>The developers of Diablo Immortal understand this, and the game could be a contender for one of the best mobile games in 2022 for iOS devices as a result.</p>\n\n<p>It is important to note you will only be able to play this game with an internet connection as it is an online mobile game. Don’t worry, though! You will find the best <em>offline </em>games for iOS in 2022 later in this article</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#3:-wipeout-rush.-developed-by-amuzo-games\">#3: Wipeout Rush. Developed by Amuzo Games</h3>\n\n<p>Have you ever wanted to play a classic PlayStation racing car game on your mobile phone? Well, soon, you will be able to, as one of the best mobile games in 2022 for iOS is a mobile version of PlayStation’s Wipeout.</p>\n\n<p>The card-based racing game is coming to iOS, but instead of racing the cars, you will take on the role of the team manager.</p>\n\n<p>While the game will look different, there’s still evidence it will be one of the best games released in 2022. Why? Well, because gamers appreciate it when developers take something classic and give it a new spin.</p>\n\n<p>It is even better when developers keep the traditional game's beloved elements. That's what Wipeout Rush is all about.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#4:-echoes-of-mana.-developed-by-square-enix\">#4: Echoes of Mana. Developed by Square Enix</h3>\n\n<p>Echoes of Mana will also be one of the best iOS games of 2022. That's because the action RPG mobile game is the first new entry in the Mana series since 2014.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/87TOLe9bmjU\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The release of Echoes of Mana is also part of Square Enix’s 30th-anniversary celebrations for the Mana franchise. You can play this game for free, but there is reason to believe there will also be in-game purchases.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#5:-final-fantasy-vii:-ever-crisis.-developed-by-applibot,-inc.\">#5: Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis. Developed by Applibot, Inc.</h3>\n\n<p>If you are a fan of the Final Fantasy franchise, this next game is for you. In 2022, Square Enix will release for iOS the new Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis role-playing game.</p>\n\n<p>This game retells the events from the 1997 Final Fantasy VII video game. It is also a single-player mobile experience.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#6:-super-meat-boy-forever.-developed-by-team-meat\">#6: Super Meat Boy Forever. Developed by Team Meat</h3>\n\n<p>Have you ever felt like you have been waiting for something for ages and it has still never happened? Well, that’s sort of what it has been like with Team Meat’s Super Meat Boy Forever game. </p>\n\n<p>A mobile version of Super Meat Boy Forever has been in the works for years, and we’re getting it at last in 2022.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/mx5tLz7Pmg0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The game is set a few years after the original and expands on its gameplay. We also have to note that Team Meat has introduced a couple of gameplay changes. For instance, one change in the game is that it is now an auto-runner.</p>\n\n<p>That means you can only control non-scrolling movement interactions, such as jumping. Either way, the game will be welcomed with open arms and will become one of the best games on iOS in 2022.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#7:-grand-theft-auto:-the-trilogy-–-the-definitive-edition.-developed-by-grove-street-games\">#7: Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition. Developed by Grove Street Games</h3>\n\n<p>Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition is a compilation of three games in Grand Theft Auto. Grove Street Games has remastered all three. There have been upgrades across-the-board, especially gameplay and visual enhancements.</p>\n\n<p>Despite the graphic improvements, Grove Street Games made sure The Definitive Edition maintained the same look and feel as the original GTA games. For these reasons, Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition is one of the best iOS games of 2022.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#8:-apex-legends.-developed-by-respawn-entertainment\">#8: Apex Legends. Developed by Respawn Entertainment</h3>\n\n<p>A mobile version of Apex Legends, a free-to-play battle royale shooter game, is available on iOS in 2022. Since Apex Legends supports <em>cross-platform play</em>, it is bound to become one of the best iOS games of 2022.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/1R559DWBYbU\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The game takes place in the same universe as Respawn Entertainment’s Titanfall series. Mobile players can form squads and choose characters with unique abilities and characteristics. Again, by having options for players, Apex Legends could become one of the best mobile games in 2022 for iOS.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#9:-bravely-default:-brilliant-lights.-developed-by-square-enix\">#9: Bravely Default: Brilliant Lights. Developed by Square Enix</h3>\n\n<p>Square Enix is releasing a new game for iOS to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Bravely video game series. The mobile game, called Brilliant Lights, is a single-player RPG. It will feature key characters from previous installments in the Bravely series.</p>\n\n<p>There will also be new characters in the game, thanks to an original story written by Keiichi Ajiro. Ajiro worked on Bravely Default: Flying Fairy and Bravely Second: End Layer in the past. For these reasons, we’re sure Brilliant Lights will end up one of the best iOS games of 2022.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#10:-star-wars:-hunters.-developed-by-zynga-and-naturalmotion\">#10: Star Wars: Hunters. Developed by Zynga and NaturalMotion</h3>\n\n<p>Zynga has developed a game for iOS devices called <a href=\"https://gamerant.com/star-wars-hunters-gameplay-trailer-abilities-combat/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Star Wars: Hunters</a>. The mobile game takes place after the fall of the Galactic Empire, which fans first saw in the 1977 Star Wars film.</p>\n\n<p>Star Wars: Hunted will come out in 2022, and it will feature several new characters, including rebellion heroes and bounty hunters.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#11:-heck-deck.-developed-by-torcado\">#11: Heck Deck. Developed by Torcado</h3>\n\n<p>Heck Deck is a unique new mashup game that combines cards and bullet hell shooter games. It is one of the first games to do this, which makes Heck Deck one of the best iOS games of 2022.</p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">hi everyone, important news:<br />\nafter 3 years, Heck Deck has an official release date! the bullet hell card game will be coming to PC and mobile on ✨ January 11th, 2022! ✨<a href=\"https://t.co/Je6mtAgjqM\">https://t.co/Je6mtAgjqM</a> <a href=\"https://t.co/EZ0ULc4hB5\">pic.twitter.com/EZ0ULc4hB5</a></p>\n— torcado (@torcado) <a href=\"https://twitter.com/torcado/status/1458445678015827968?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">November 10, 2021</a></blockquote>\n<script async src=\"https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"></script>\n\n<p>The game has five different levels, where each one should test both your strategy <em>and </em>your dexterity.</p>\n\n<p>The expected release date for Heck Deck is around early January. You can play it across iOS devices, such as your iPad. Keep in mind that Heck Deck is one of the <a href=\"/en/games/device/ipad-games/\">iPad games</a> that requires iPadOS11 or later.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#12:-efootball-2022.-developed-by-konami\">#12: eFootball 2022. Developed by Konami</h3>\n\n<p>Like Super Meat Boy Forever, eFootball 2022 is another game we have been waiting to hit iOS devices for a while. The mobile game came out in 2021, but critics panned it for its lack of content and graphics.</p>\n\n<p>As such, Konami removed the game and selected a re-release date. According to Konami, the new 2022 version of the game will have significant improvements.</p>\n\n<p>Konami also said these improvements would add more meaning to the user’s experience. It is reasonable to think that eFootball 2022 could become one of the best iOS games of 2022.</p>\n\n<p>The main reason for that has to be that with the extra time Konami has had after pulling the first version of the game, they can ensure they deliver a high-quality product.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#13:-sumire.-developed-by-gametomo\">#13: Sumire. Developed by GameTomo</h3>\n\n<p>Emotional Japanese narrative adventure game Sumire is coming to iOS in early 2022. Mobile players can explore a Japanese village where they take on the role of a young girl named Sumire. There is no doubt Sumire will be one of the best iOS games of 2022.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/q-7BW1myUns\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>You can credit Sumire's gameplay, but in reality, it is going to be because of the game's compelling narrative, art, music, and characters. The game evokes various emotions and reminds us of the importance of friendship.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#14:-unreal-life.-developed-by-hako-life-and-room6\">#14: Unreal Life. Developed by Hako Life and Room6</h3>\n\n<p>Unreal Life, a Pixel art adventure game, is coming to iOS soon. The mobile game lets players take on the role of a young girl who has lost most of her memories but remembers one person: “Miss Sakura.” You try and find Miss Sakura to regain your memories.</p>\n\n<p>Unreal Life will hit iOS as a premium release in 2022 and include <em>four different endings</em>. Every choice you make in the game leads to the endings, so you have to be careful. This choose-your-own-fate aspect of Unreal Life makes it one of the best iOS games of 2022.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#15:-alien:-isolation.-developed-by-creative-assembly\">#15: Alien: Isolation. Developed by Creative Assembly</h3>\n\n<p>By now, we know over a dozen new games are coming out on iOS in 2022. But what about in the weeks leading up to the new year? Are any new iPhone games or iPad games coming out? If so, can we still list them as the one of the best iOS games of 2022?</p>\n\n<p>The answer is <em>yes </em>because they are still so new.</p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">From December 16, you will be able to hold the complete Alien: Isolation experience in the palm of your hand. We challenge you to find a better way to spend these dark and rainy winter nights. <a href=\"https://t.co/mcMFmN8rq2\">https://t.co/mcMFmN8rq2</a></p>\n— Alien: Isolation (@AlienIsolation) <a href=\"https://twitter.com/AlienIsolation/status/1463189715872632838?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">November 23, 2021</a></blockquote>\n<script async src=\"https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"></script>\n\n<p>To begin, we have Alien: Isolation, available on mobile devices from December 16th, 2021. Despite a 2021 release, Alien: Isolation will still be one of the best iOS games of <em>2022</em>, so don't worry if you can’t get your hands on it right away.</p>\n\n<p>This is a survival horror video game based on the <a href=\"https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0078748/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">1979 Alien movie franchise</a>. It is a single-player action-adventure game where you control Amanda Ripley, from a first-person perspective and explore the enemy-infested space station.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#16:-monster-rancher-1-&-2-dx.-developed-by-koei-tecmo\">#16: Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX. Developed by Koei Tecmo</h3>\n\n<p>Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX is another new iOS game with December 2021 as its release month. This Pokémon-like game is a remaster of Koei Tecmo’s Monster Rancher (1997) and Monster Rancher 2 (1999).</p>\n\n<p>You can raise your own monsters — who doesn’t want to do that? — and train them to compete in tournaments. You can also train them to compete in combat against other creatures. The game offers hundreds of different monsters. Each has different characteristics and skills.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#17:-warhammer:-age-of-sigmar:-soul-arena.-developed-by-trophy-games\">#17: Warhammer: Age of Sigmar: Soul Arena. Developed by Trophy Games</h3>\n\n<p>Warhammer: Age of Sigmar: Soul Arena will also come out in December 2021 on iOS. It is a free-to-play strategy game that takes place in the fictional universe of Warhammer: Age of Sigmar.</p>\n\n<p>As a player, you will take part in turn-based wars and use tactics to outsmart your enemies.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#18:-disney-melee-mania.-developed-by-mighty-bear-games\">#18: Disney Melee Mania. Developed by Mighty Bear Games</h3>\n\n<p>The release of Disney Melee Mania is one month short of the new year. Still, it is going to end up being one of the best offline games for iOS in 2022 to play.</p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Head in the game? Disney and Pixar's holo-arena awaits in <a href=\"https://twitter.com/hashtag/DisneyMeleeMania?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#DisneyMeleeMania</a> ⭐️Coming soon to <a href=\"https://twitter.com/AppleArcade?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@AppleArcade</a>! <a href=\"https://t.co/QF62cs1cRG\">https://t.co/QF62cs1cRG</a> <a href=\"https://t.co/uwVMUCa7Vz\">pic.twitter.com/uwVMUCa7Vz</a></p>\n— Disney Melee Mania (@playmeleemania) <a href=\"https://twitter.com/playmeleemania/status/1460287296230813697?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">November 15, 2021</a></blockquote>\n<script async src=\"https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"></script>\n\n<p>Disney Melee Mania is an Apple Arcade exclusive, which, if you don’t know, is a subscription-based gaming platform for iOS devices. There are hundreds of games available, and Apple lets you download them and play them <em>offline</em>.</p>\n\n<p>Disney Melee Mania is a battle arena game that features iconic Disney and Pixar characters.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#19:-yu-gi-oh-master-duel.-developed-by-konami\">#19: Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel. Developed by Konami</h3>\n\n<p>Konami will release its new Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel on iOS devices in Winter 2021. The new mobile game includes a new story mode that allows players to explore the history of Yu-Gi-Oh! cards. You will also be able to play in tournaments.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"#20:-pako-3.-developed-by-tree-men-games\">#20: Pako 3. Developed by Tree Men Games</h3>\n\n<p>We saw Pako 3 released on December 2nd, 2021. It is the latest installment in the Pako series, and this car chase game is as fast-paced as the other titles. Pako 3 is also <em>unpredictable</em>.</p>\n\n<p>There's <em>never </em>a dull moment in the car chases, which makes Pako 3 another one of the best games on iOS in 2022 to check out.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"ios-games-are-coming-—-with-a-bang!\">iOS Games are Coming — with a BANG!</h2>\n\n<p>So, how many iOS games are you excited for in 2022? It is set up to be quite the year for mobile game lovers - of any genre.</p>\n\n<p>Get ready with your favorite games and make the most out of 2022!</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/best-ios-games/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"The 20 Best iOS Games of 2022: A Look Ahead\",\n  \"image\": \"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2018/week_16/cross-platform-4.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-12-16\"\n}\n</script>","date":"3/12/2023"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/best-ios-games.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"16120"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/rpg-classes/"},"strings":{"title":"RPG Classes: How to Find Your Character","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"780000","description":"<p>The modern gaming industry would look a lot different without the influence of <a href=\"/en/games/genre/rpg-games/\">RPGs</a>. That's why it's so surprising to learn these games didn't go commercial until the 1970s, after the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.britannica.com/topic/Dungeons-and-Dragons\" rel=\"nofollow\">release of Dungeons & Dragons</a>.</p><p>Empire of the Petal Throne also put RPGs on the gaming map in the 1970s.</p><p style=\"text-align:center;\">{{banner:default}}</p><p>A defining feature of RPGs is their use of game mechanics to attract and keep players, regardless of the genre - they could be <a href=\"/en/games/genre/medieval-games/\">medieval games</a>, <a href=\"/en/games/genre/mmorpg-games/\">MMORPG games</a> or any other, for that matter. Game mechanics in RPGs, such as <i>critical hits</i>, have helped this genre build a loyal fan base.</p><p>But how do you succeed at playing role-playing games? Are there any strategies you can use? The answer is yes, and to find out why, we have to explore the primary success strategy — utilizing <i>RPG classes</i>.</p><h2>What Are RPG Classes?</h2><p>Choosing the correct character is one of the most important things you can do in role-playing games. When you know the strengths and weaknesses of your character, you are better able to see how to act in certain situations.</p><p>That knowledge gives you a competitive advantage and increases your chances of success in the game.</p><p>Game developers introduced RPG classes to help players achieve this knowledge. RPG classes differentiate characters in combat by presenting a list of skills they have access to. In other words, a character's <i>ability </i>depends on their <i>class</i>.</p><p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/qHndVi7JXLI\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p><p>RPG classes aren't just a fun gimmick. They add genuine content. When there are more classes, you can play the game in new and exciting ways every time. By far, MMORPG games have embraced the use of classes the most. For instance, the MMORPG game Dark Age of Camelot boasts around 45 different classes.</p><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\"><p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Well the game has 45 classes.</p><p>— Ólafur Waage (@olafurw) <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://twitter.com/olafurw/status/1161242699141398528?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">August 13, 2019</a></p></blockquote><script async=\"\" src=\"https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"></script><p>Likewise, we're seeing other gaming genres start using class systems more, including first-person <a href=\"/en/games/genre/shooting-games/\">shooters</a>. In particular, Hero Shooter, a sub-genre of first-person shooters, has begun to capitalize on classes. </p><p>As a player, you want to choose a class that reflects your personality and playing style. You should also reference your playing history and see where you had the most success in the past. Obviously, if you're opting for a superhero, you must be keen on having a perfect name. For that, we must insist that you <a href=\"/en/resource/generator/superhero-name-generator/\">generate a superhero nickname</a> with our free tool.</p><p>For instance, did you see the most success when you played with more offensive skills than defensive skills, or was it the other way around? Are you a better player when you're at the front of the battlefield or keeping to the back?</p><h2>The Main RPG Class List</h2><ul><li>The Fighter Class</li><li>The Rogue Class</li><li>The Magician Class</li><li>The Rangers Class</li><li>The Clerics Class</li><li>Rare Character Class</li></ul><h2>What RPG Class Are You In?</h2><p>After learning how the class you choose in RPGs should represent your style, a very common follow-up question is naturally “What RPG class am I?”. It may seem like a daunting question, but finding out the answer is simple.</p><p>All you have to do is think about what you enjoy about the gaming experience and go from there. Do you prefer to play games that focus more on damage rather than defense? Or, do you enjoy games with a more cautious style of gameplay? Do you like bladed weapons or archery?</p><p>These are all indicators of what class suits your playing and personality style.</p><p>Looking at the class list, we know there are archetypes in RPGs. You may even recognize them from characters you have related to in books or movies. Moving forward, we are going to explore these <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/TabletopRPGTropes\" rel=\"nofollow\">tropes in detail</a>, so keep on reading to see if you are right about your class!</p><h2>The Different RPG Classes</h2><h3>The Fighter Class</h3><p>The Fighter is one of the most basic RPG classes. But, this character archetype is still one of the most popular. The Fighter excels at fighting their rivals in close-range combat, and they tend to have high HP scores.</p><p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/c5OYmLmKPEs\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p><p>Fighters will also have excellent defense and offensive skills. If you like hack and slash gameplay, you should try the Fighter class. The same goes if you enjoy having the best armor and weaponry around.</p><p>There are also several variations of the characters associated with the Fighter class. They include:</p><ul><li>The Knight: The Knight wears more advanced armor and weaponry than the basic Fighter. They often have supportive abilities that allow them to keep their allies safe. For instance, a Knight may use a shield to protect people from enemy attacks. The Knight is also known as the Cavalier. It is common to see this character in medieval games.</li><li>The Swashbuckler: The Swashbuckler also joins the RPG class list. This character represents a Fighter who favors agility skills. They also prefer technical skill to brunt force. This character leans toward light armor or none at all. It’s worth mentioning you can see the Swashbuckler in various forms of entertainment. One of the earliest examples is Johnston McCulley’s character Zorro, created in 1919. Zorro is an agile and technical fighter who uses little weaponry to defeat his enemies.</li><li>The Barbarian: Remember how earlier we asked what RPG class are you and if you prefer games that focus more on damage? Well, now is your time to shine. The Barbarian, also known as the Savage or Viking, often flies into devastating fits of rage. They are not civilized and often wear little clothes. Barbarians focus more on causing damage than defense, which is why they tend to have greater physical capabilities than basic Fighters.</li><li>The Warrior: Also known as the Brute, the Warrior prefers to use large weapons to smash through and defeat their enemies. They do this rather than emphasize defense like the Knight. Warriors tend to be methodical and slow, but they deliver powerful attacks. They can range from being strong and skilled to unskilled but incredibly strong.</li></ul><h3>The Rogue Class</h3><p>Another one of the main RPG classes is the Rogue class. Rogues are masters of stealth, and they prefer to attack when their enemies are least aware. Rogues excel in battle, though they tend to be fragile. They instead depend on their speed to get out of tight situations.</p><p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/qgSfLLRtUi4\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p><p>Rogues are also useful outside of battle. They tend to have a range of utility abilities, including lock picking. Like the Fighter class, there are several variations of the characters in the Rogue class. They include:</p><ul><li>The Gambler: If you see a character in a game attacking their opponents with playing cards instead of knives or swords, that is the Gambler. The Gambler is a Rogue with magical powers, but they depend on chance. For instance, you may see The Gambler drawing a card or rolling dice to achieve a magical outcome. Often, these outcomes depend on The Gambler’s luck.</li><li>The Ninja: The Ninja is one of the most common characters in the Rogue class. Ninjas have dozens of useful skills, including invisibility. They are also great at throwing items, such as daggers.</li><li>Assassins: Are you someone who prefers taking a more subtle approach to your gameplay? Are you more Bruce Lee than Arnold Schwarzenegger? If so, you will like this character archetype. Assassins tend to have more skills in stealth and sneaking around. When they carry weapons, they are often small and quick to draw. Assassins are not known for being the most brutal fighters, but they are the best thieves. They also know how to find places to hide. No one is safe when the Assassin is around.</li><li>The Thief: The Thief excels in stealing tangible and intangible items from their enemies. They are quick and agile, allowing them to get away with stealing rare items. You can also steal experience points when playing as the Thief in some game systems.</li></ul><h3>The Magician Class</h3><p>The Magician is another popular option among the various RPG classes. Magicians tend to use less weaponry and depend more on the elements (earth, wind, fire, water). They also use different spells to beat their enemies.</p><p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/sfqxJYWbKls\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p><p>We should note a Magician is a glass cannon. That refers to a character with offensive power but weak defensive skills. In other words, a Magician can attack from a long-range, but their enemies can take them down at a close range. The variations of this class include:</p><ul><li>The Illusionist: Otherwise known as Mesmer, the Illusionist is a Magician who can cast illusions. Illusionists can also clone themselves. They can trick, distract, and misdirect their enemies, and you will often see an Illusionist also having some form of Psychic power.</li><li>The Inherent Gift Magician: Do you have a particular skill set that you were born with? Well, that is like the Inherent Gift Magician. This magic user was born with their powers, and they focus on them and them alone. While this is a blessing, these characters have limited spell pools. That can affect them when defending themselves and their allies from enemy attacks.</li><li>The Generalist: This is a Magician that studies various types of magic. They don’t specialize in anything. However, when studying magic, it is often rare and powerful. These Magicians tend to be the most open-minded.</li><li>The Theurgist: How many movies have you seen when someone makes a pact with a higher spirit to get powers? Well, The Theurgist is a Magician in RPGs who does something similar. This character agrees on a deal with a higher spirit who rewards them with magical powers.</li></ul><h3>The Ranger Class</h3><p>Another archetype on the RPG class list is the Ranger. Rangers are woodsmen who favor using their archery and melee combat skills over weapons and excessive force. For those who don't know, melee combat is hand-to-hand combat fought at close ranges.</p><p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZQ2qEtygBRc\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p><p>Rangers use their surroundings to their advantage, and they sometimes have skills in natural magic. Rangers are also often very good at fighting one specific enemy, such as monsters, which is why they focus on melee combat. Variations in this class include:</p><ul><li>The Bow and Blade Ranger: Remember how earlier we asked what RPG class are you, and we asked whether you prefer bladed weapons or archery? Well, if you like both, the Bow and Blade Ranger is a great character for you. This Ranger favors both archery and bladed weapons as well. That flexibility allows them to defend themselves against enemies while still executing long-distance kills.</li><li>The Trapper Ranger: Otherwise known as the Sapper, The Trapper is a Ranger that excels at laying traps down for their enemies. After laying the traps, these Rangers often ambush them. Trappers excel at making their enemies vulnerable.</li><li>The Sniper Ranger: Unlike the Bow and Blade Ranger, The Sniper can't use bladed weapons, only archery. For these reasons, The Sniper tends to stay at the back of the battle because they are weak in close combat. That said, the Sniper often has status-inflicting arrows to use to slow down their enemies.</li></ul><h3>The Clerics Class</h3><p>The Clerics class differs from other RPG classes, including Magicians. That is because Clerics get their powers from a God or faith. Sometimes it is a variation of the two. This character’s magical abilities tend to focus on healing.</p><p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/PUT7gt1Q5-I\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p><p>This class has the least amount of variations, but they include:</p><ul><li>The Battle Priest: A battle priest has healing powers, but they can also cause damage. They often appear as tough and confident characters who carry blessed weapons. The Battle Priest is also referred to as the Chaplain.</li><li>The Healer: Otherwise known as the White Mage, the Healer is a dedicated Cleric whose magic can heal its allies and harm its enemies. The Healer is a great character for you if you like being in charge of the survival of your team.</li></ul><h3>The Rare Character Class</h3><p>There are also RPG classes that don't appear in games all the time. It depends on the developer’s world-building and the story they are trying to tell.</p><p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/MKjIVLhG91U\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p><p>Variations of the rare character class include:</p><ul><li>The Engineer: This is a character that uses technology to achieve desired outcomes rather than magic like a Wizard. They tend to use machines on the battlefield and use bombs or guns as weaponry.</li><li>The Gun Mage: This character is a Magician that uses guns to shoot spells at their enemies. While the Gun Mage isn’t the most versatile character, they tend to have greater than normal mobility and attack speed.</li><li>The Beastmaster: Otherwise known as the Pet Master or the Puppet Master, this character can control a “pet” to help them fight their enemies. The pet can be anything from a dog to a unicorn.</li><li>The Beast: Not to be confused with the Beastmaster, the Beast is a non-human creature that uses its body as a weapon. The Beast can also be a human that turns into a non-human character. Beasts lack versatility, but they have high movement speed and excellent terrain-based abilities.</li><li>The Scholar: Scholars are characters that have vast amounts of knowledge. They can study their enemies by reading their stats, and they use this to find their weaknesses. Scholars sometimes use books as their weapon of choice.</li></ul><h2>How to Succeed in RPGs</h2><p>Role-playing games would be nowhere without the influence of Dungeons and Dragons in the 1970s. However, since then, the genre has gone on a journey of its own. Today, role-playing games can provide entertainment for <i>hours</i>.</p><p>They also challenge gamers and keep them on their toes as RPGs increase difficulty levels. Like other genres, there are different ways you can try to see success in role-playing games.</p><h3>RPG Classes</h3><p>As we have covered, one of the best ways to succeed in this type of game is to think about the different RPG classes. You want to select the class you think your preferred playing style will benefit the most from.</p><h3>Have an Open Mind</h3><p>Another suggestion is to go into the game with an open mind. You can get carried away with thinking you need a pre-set strategy for RPGs, but things change all the time. You have to be flexible and ready to throw out your favored playing or fighting style if need be.</p><h3>Team Work Makes the Dream Work</h3><p>Working with other players is another way to see success in role-playing games. Some games have impossible missions to complete without talking to other players. Be open to this experience. Team-work will help you as a player in the long term.</p><p>The more you bounce ideas off other people, the more planning and strategizing becomes second nature.</p><h2>Choose Your RPG Class</h2><p>So, after reading this article, we have two questions for you. First, do you now see how the use of classes has allowed RPGs to build a dedicated fan base over the years? And two, are you still wondering, \"What RPG class am I?\"</p><p>If you answered yes to the first question, that’s great! But, if you answered yes to the second question, go out and play an RPG to get the <i>full </i>experience. You’ll never understand RPG classes without playing one at least once, but try and remember what we said.</p><p>Create a list of all the things you enjoy about gaming and use it to find the accommodating RPG classes.</p><p>Happy role-playing!</p><script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/rpg-classes/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"RPG Classes: How to Find Your Character\",\n  \"image\": \"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/raid/backgrounds/section-2.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-12-16\"\n}\n</script>","date":"12/16/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/raid/backgrounds/section-2.jpg"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13618"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/christmas-video-games-2021/"},"strings":{"title":"The Top 7 Christmas Video Games to Get You in the Spirit","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"600000","description":"<p>Christmas - it is the most wonderful time of the year. Aside from the mulled wine, the copious amounts of turkey, and the awful family charades, there’s usually plenty of downtime for gamers like yourself to sit down and relax with the best Christmas games online.</p>\n\n<p>If you enjoy unwinding over the holiday season with your PC or games console, read on as we reveal seven of the best Christmas-themed video games that you can enjoy on your own – perfect for when the extended family are getting a bit much!</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"super-mario-odyssey-(feat.-the-snow-kingdom)\">Super Mario Odyssey (feat. The Snow Kingdom)</h2>\n\n<p>Super Mario Odyssey is one of the more unlikely Christmas titles you’ll see featured. The 2017 Nintendo Switch game proved hugely popular, taking players on a 3D adventure around the world with Mario and his pals.</p>\n\n<p>The concept of the game is to use Mario’s abilities to collect ‘Moons’ that will power up the Odyssey airship and move from kingdom to kingdom. Think of it as a game where <a href=\"/en/games/genre/puzzle-games/\">puzzle games</a> meet platform games.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/pv-5mVsAJpM\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>One of those kingdoms is the ‘Snow Kingdom’, which is very festive indeed. Snow covers the entire kingdom, so it definitely counts as one of the leading Christmas video games. It’s either the ninth or tenth kingdom that you will visit in Super Mario Odyssey.</p>\n\n<p>You’ll land in the quaint town of Shiveria – a cold, bleak snowy region. When Mario arrives, a harsh blizzard blocks the entrance to the Bound Bowl Grand Prix arena, putting the town’s big race at risk.</p>\n\n<p>It’s your job to work with the Shiverians to clear the snow and ensure the race can begin. To do so, Mario must collect four Power Moons dotted around the area. You’ll then enter the icy race yourself in a quest to land a Multi Moon by winning it outright.</p>\n\n<p>You won’t be able to leave the Snow Kingdom until you collect enough Power Moons. That’s hardly a shame when you’re looking to feed your Christmas video games addiction. But, once you do have enough, you’ll be jetting off to either the Luncheon Kingdom or the Seaside Kingdom.</p>\n\n<h4 id=\"game-details:\">Game details:</h4>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release year: October 27, 2017</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Nintendo EPD Tokyo & 1-UP Studio</li>\n\t<li>Publisher: Nintendo</li>\n\t<li>Genre: Platform</li>\n\t<li>Number of player modes: Single-player and two-player co-operative</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"home-alone\">Home Alone</h2>\n\n<p>Nothing says Christmas games quite like a video game based on the hit movie <a href=\"https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/home_alone\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Home Alone</a>. The Macaulay Culkin classic was turned into one of the leading Christmas video games of the early 1990s, when it was released across a host of consoles, namely Super NES, NES and the Sega platforms.</p>\n\n<p>Regardless, this has been one of the best Christmas releases on any console in living memory.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/kj9et5aSVN8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>If you are looking for festive holiday games online, you may even be able to find Home Alone available to play within your web browser via an <a href=\"/en/blog/game-emulators/\">emulator</a>. Whichever platform you choose, the gameplay and objectives are much the same in Home Alone and stay true to the movie plot.</p>\n\n<p>Kevin McAllister is left on his own in the family household for Christmas. You play the role of Kevin and must do everything within your power to outsmart the “Wet Bandits” Harry and Marv from breaking into your family home.</p>\n\n<p>You can get creative by setting traps around the home and even use weapons to scare and intimidate them. The old-school NES version is one of the most heart-pounding Christmas video games as you play against the clock. You’re given 20 minutes to survive and evade the clutches of the Wet Bandits.</p>\n\n<p>Home Alone is one of those movies guaranteed to get you in the festive spirit, which is why it makes our best Christmas<em> video games</em> roster.</p>\n\n<h4 id=\"game-details:\">Game details:</h4>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release year: From October 1991</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Bethesda Softworks, Sega of America, Imagineering Inc., Probe Entertainment & Manly & Associates</li>\n\t<li>Publisher: THQ, Altron, Sega & Capstone Software</li>\n\t<li>Genre: Action</li>\n\t<li>Number of player modes: Single-player only</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"saints-row-iv:-how-the-saints-saved-christmas\">Saints Row IV: How The Saints Saved Christmas</h2>\n\n<p>Fans of Saints Row IV can indulge in a mission pack titled \"<a href=\"https://saintsrow.fandom.com/wiki/How_the_Saints_Save_Christmas\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">How the Saints Save Christmas</a>\". It is the second mission pack released for Saints Row IV players, available to buy at a price of just $6.99. Within the expansion pack, there are three Christmas video games to attempt.</p>\n\n<p>The plotline of the mission pack centers on Playa, who can’t be bothered to save Santa from his Matrix-esque Simulation. The Saints are enlisted to try and breathe some festive cheer.</p>\n\n<p>Mission one is titled ‘Miracle on 3rd Street’, which is a reference to the Miracle on 34th Street Christmas film, designed to make it sound like a typical Christmas video game. The mission begins in a festive 50s Steelport.</p>\n\n<p>It’s your task to head into the Store and kill Clawz, save and revive Santa and all will be well with the world – at least that’s what you think. Clawz has an uncanny knack of being difficult to finish off!</p>\n\n<p>The second mission \"The Fight Before Christmas\", requires you to head to the North Pole and the elves’ workshop to stop Clawz from manufacturing weapons instead of the gifts that kids usually ask for. Without your intervention, Clawz will overpower the elves and Christmas will be at risk.</p>\n\n<p>The third and final mission, \"The Santa Clawz\", gives you a chance to finish off Clawz once and for all. Locate him hiding beneath a shield gaining strength and kill him off before midnight to bring some festive cheer to the citizens of Steelport.</p>\n\n<h4 id=\"game-details:\">Game details:</h4>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release year: August 20, 2013</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Volition</li>\n\t<li>Publisher: Deep Silver</li>\n\t<li>Genre: Action-adventure</li>\n\t<li>Number of player modes: Single-player or multiplayer</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"duke-nukem:-nuclear-winter\">Duke Nukem: Nuclear Winter</h2>\n\n<p>The Duke returned to our video game screens on December 30, 1997, with an ice-cold game titled \"Duke Nukem: Nuclear Winter\". It was designed by Simply Silly Software as an add-on that’s become one of the best Christmas games through the years.</p>\n\n<p>This expansion pack falls firmly into the Christmas video games category, with Nuclear Winter providing a whole new episode with the Duke, comprising seven levels.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/3jtqZx3PiEM\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Some hardcore Duke Nukem fans consider a light-hearted expansion pack, and its subsequent inclusion in the leading Christmas video games charts, to be an <em>embarrassment </em>to the franchise. However, Duke Nukem expert Mikko Sandt did describe the add-on pack as “fun to play”, particularly for those seeking Christmas holiday games online.</p>\n\n<p>The Nuclear Winter expansion pack includes six new enemies, alongside the classic enemies like<em> Assault Captain, Enforcer, </em>and <em>Assault Trooper</em>.</p>\n\n<p>Santa Claws is one of the most striking opponents, built to resemble Duke Nukem in stature, but dressed in a Santa Claus outfit that’s guaranteed to make you smile. Watch out for <em>Flying Frosty</em>, the dangerous snowman capable of launching Freezethrower projectiles.</p>\n\n<h4 id=\"game-details:\">Game details:</h4>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release year: December 30, 1997</li>\n\t<li>Developer: Simply Silly Software</li>\n\t<li>Publisher: WizardWorks</li>\n\t<li>Genre: First-person shooter</li>\n\t<li>Number of player modes: Single-player or multiplayer</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"christmas-lemmings\">Christmas Lemmings</h2>\n\n<p>If it’s free online Christmas games you’re after, look no further than Christmas Lemmings. Released in 1991 as a widely available festive-themed demo, Christmas Lemmings builds on the huge success of the Lemmings original.</p>\n\n<p>It comprises many short video games which were drip-fed to the public between 1991 and 1994. You’ll still find it on Christmas games online free sites that feature emulators or embed the game within the browser.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/hBvFDcn7hKk\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Two four-level demos were published in 1991 and 1992, with full retail releases available in 1993 and 1994 to play on PC, Macintosh, and <a href=\"https://www.theverge.com/2021/8/11/22619622/amiga-500-mini-announced-games-price-release-date\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Amiga</a>. The gameplay itself remains identical to the Lemmings original. It’s your quest to lead the lemmings to their exit by equipping them with the appropriate attributes or “skills”.</p>\n\n<p>You can use your keyboard arrows or mouse to usher the lemmings around, as they negotiate icy landscapes that look perilous and wouldn’t look out of place even in <a href=\"/en/games/genre/castle-games/\">castle games</a>.</p>\n\n<p>Aside from festive landscapes, you’ll also find the lemmings dressed up in Christmassy attire, and there are even festive soundtracks looped in the background. All these make this one of the most <em>extensive </em>Christmas-themed video games of all time.</p>\n\n<h4 id=\"game-details:\">Game details:</h4>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release year: 1991-1994</li>\n\t<li>Developer: DMA Design</li>\n\t<li>Publisher: Psygnosis</li>\n\t<li>Genre: Platform</li>\n\t<li>Number of player modes: Single-player</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"batman:-arkham-origins\">Batman: Arkham Origins</h2>\n\n<p>Batman: Arkham Origins is the third installment in the <a href=\"https://hackernoon.com/the-batman-arkham-games-in-chronological-order-w5y37ur\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Batman: Arkham franchise</a>. On the surface, you wouldn’t have this down as one of the best Christmas video games, but delve a little deeper and it’s easy to see why this title could get you in the wintry mood: that’s because the storyline takes place on Christmas Eve!</p>\n\n<p>With the clock counting down until Christmas Day, this third-person perspective game requires you to assume the mantle of Batman and thwart a jailbreak at Blackgate Penitentiary.</p>\n\n<p>Despite preventing the breakout, led by Black Mask, Batman discovers he is a wanted man. Black Mask places a $50m bounty on Batman’s head, attracting eight of Gotham City’s most feared hitmen.</p>\n\n<p>As the story progresses, Batman embarks on a one-man crusade to stop Black Mask and help to retake control of the city’s prison. Game Informer named Arkham Origins as the <a href=\"https://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2013/06/17/game-informer-best-of-e3-2013-awards.aspx\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">“Best Action Game” of 2013</a>, while Newsarama named it the “Best Comic Book-Related Game” of 2013.</p>\n\n<p>Although it might not look or feel festive, the Christmas timeline is what makes it feel like one of those must-have online holidays games.</p>\n\n<h4 id=\"game-details:\">Game details:</h4>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release year: October 25, 2013</li>\n\t<li>Developer: WB Games Montreal</li>\n\t<li>Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment</li>\n\t<li>Genre: Action-adventure</li>\n\t<li>Number of player modes: Single-player or multiplayer</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"ssx-tricky\">SSX Tricky</h2>\n\n<p>Millennial gamers looking for some festive nostalgia should look no further than EA’s SSX Tricky snowboarding game. With more snow than you can shake a stick at, there are plenty of Christmas games vibes going on here.</p>\n\n<p>SSX Tricky was the second iteration of the franchise, published under the EA Sports BIG label. It was originally made available for PlayStation 2, GameCube and Xbox, before being released on the Game Boy Advance a year later.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/CMRhcrcs5YQ\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>There are four game modes available in SSX Tricky, each of which is played with ultra-cool remixes running in the background that are sure to create a party atmosphere at home.</p>\n\n<p>Freeride is the open gameplay mode, allowing you to ride and practice your tricks and familiarize yourself with the course. Practice is the single-player practice mode, while World Circuit is your chance to enter a series of races and show-offs, with eight tracks to “win”.</p>\n\n<p>As Christmas video games go, you won’t see Santa Claus getting air on his snowboard, but if you enjoy a winter ski or snowboarding holiday, SSX Tricky is bound to give you all the right feels. It’s the wintriest alternative sports console game out there!</p>\n\n<h4 id=\"game-details:\">Game details:</h4>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Release year: From November 5, 2001</li>\n\t<li>Developer: EA Canada</li>\n\t<li>Publisher: EA Sports BIG</li>\n\t<li>Genre: Snowboarding</li>\n\t<li>Number of player modes: Single-player or multiplayer</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h3 id=\"what-video-games-are-coming-out-christmas-2021?\">What video games are coming out Christmas 2021?</h3>\n\n<p>Disappointingly, it doesn’t look like we’ll be getting many new Christmas-themed video games in time for this year’s festive season.</p>\n\n<p>But, mercifully, we have <em>a ton</em> of varied Christmas video games to keep us busy during the festive period.</p>\n\n<p>Happy Holidays!</p>\n","date":"12/6/2022"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/christmas-video-games-2021-1.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"16093"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/new-years-games-online-2022/"},"strings":{"title":"The Best New Year’s Games Online: How to Celebrate in Style","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"360000","description":"<p>Want to play New Year’s games online but don’t know where to start? If so, you’re in luck because we’ve got New Year’s games for every occasion.</p>\n\n<p>Regardless of whether you’re celebrating alone or trying to avoid conversations at a party, our recommended online New Year’s Games will keep you amused in every situation.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>You’re waiting for the clock to strike midnight and a new year to dawn. But, unlike other revelers, you’re <em>not </em>interested in partying until the early hours of the morning.</p>\n\n<p>Instead, you’re at home enjoying one of the best forms of entertainment around: <em>gaming</em>. Regardless of whether you’re alone or with others, video games are a great way to ring in the New Year with a smile.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/Z94X5HS-8_w\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>That is, of course, if you’re playing the right games. If you’re someone that actually wants to see the clock strike 12 and watch the first few seconds of the new year break, a complex <a href=\"/en/games/genre/rpg-games/\">RPG</a> might not be the best game to immerse yourself in.</p>\n\n<p>If, however, you’re not enthused by the passing of time, maybe you do want to lose yourself in a digital world of wonders.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"four-of-the-finest-new-year’s-games-online\">Four of the Finest New Year’s Games Online</h2>\n\n<p>The one thing we know for sure is that gaming can be a fun way to celebrate New Year’s Eve. So, with this in mind, we’ve picked out <em>four </em>of the best New Year’s games online. Ranging from the simple to the complex, solo adventures to co-op missions, the following list of New Year’s games should set you up perfectly for an evening of entertainment.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"the-most-immersive-new-year’s-games-online:-red-dead-redemption-2\">The Most Immersive New Year’s Games Online: Red Dead Redemption 2</h3>\n\n<p>If you want <em>endless</em> hours of entertainment and a game that can take you from New Year’s Eve to New Year’s Day, Red Dead Redemption 2 is perfect. The reason we’ve ranked this as one of the best online New Year’s games is its vastness.</p>\n\n<p>Although <a href=\"https://www.wired.co.uk/article/red-dead-redemption-2-review-rockstar\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Wired called it</a> “so big it’s almost a chore,” the scale and depth of Red Dead Redemption 2 are truly impressive.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/eaW0tYpxyp0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The story is engaging, but the real magic of this game is its ability to draw you in. As one critic noted on <a href=\"https://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/red-dead-redemption-2/critic-reviews\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Metacritic</a>, no other game has ever captured a “sense of time and place” so well.</p>\n\n<p>Another called it a “monumentally huge game, full of unprecedented detail and atmosphere of the Wild West.” If you’re looking to while away the hours in a living, breathing world, Red Dead Redemption 2 is undoubtedly one of the top New Year’s games online.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"the-slickest-solo-new-year’s-games-online:-the-sims\">The Slickest Solo New Year’s Games Online: The Sims</h3>\n\n<p>If you’re searching for solo New Year’s games online, look no further than The Sims. The EA franchise has sold more than <a href=\"https://www.washingtonpost.com/video-games/2020/02/04/how-sims-navigated-20-years-change-become-one-most-successful-franchises-ever/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">200 million units</a> since its inception, and it remains a firm favorite with gamers wanting to swap real life with a virtual one.</p>\n\n<p>The Sims 4: Cottage Living, is perfect for anyone on their own that wants to spend time with people on New Year’s. They might not be in the room with you, but The Sims’ network is filled with millions of real players from around the world.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/pncDT1vNQz4\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>In fact, if you don’t want to pay to play New Year’s games online, you can try the free party edition. Released in 2021 to celebrate 10 years of action, The Sims Free Play: Party of the Decade, will set the tone for NYE.</p>\n\n<p>So, if you’re having a party for one but still want to share some fun with others, you have to try The Sims.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"the-simplest-new-year’s-games-online:-bubble-shooter\">The Simplest New Year’s Games Online: Bubble Shooter</h3>\n\n<p>Not all New Year’s games online have to be complex. Sometimes, simple games can be the perfect accompaniment to an evening of entertainment. For example, <a href=\"/en/games/genre/puzzle-games/\">puzzle games</a> are ideal if you’re killing time waiting for a party to start.</p>\n\n<p>Similarly, <a href=\"/en/games/genre/match-3-games/\">match-3 games</a> can help you pass the time without getting too engrossed in the action. Bubble shooter is among the most enjoyable New Year’s games online.  Available for PCs and mobiles, this online New Year’s game is easy to play but one you almost can’t stop playing.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/_ws2Z59GOLw\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>The aim is simple: clear colored bubbles from the board by matching three or more. The act of firing bubbles, thinking strategically, and trying to stop the board from filling up the screen is extremely engaging.</p>\n\n<p>Moreover, the reason it’s the perfect New Year’s game is the fact you can still <em>talk </em>to people. So, if you are in the company of others and you don’t want to be too disconnected from reality, Bubble Shooter is one of the least focus-heavy but most enjoyable New Year’s games online.</p>\n\n<h3 id=\"the-top-multiplayer-new-year’s-games-online:-echo-vr\">The Top Multiplayer New Year’s Games Online: Echo VR</h3>\n\n<p>Okay, so you’re with friends and/or family and you’ve all decided that your way of celebrating will be playing New Year’s games online. A great way to get <em>everyone </em>involved is to use a console like the Nintendo Wii.</p>\n\n<p>However, if you want to go a step further and embrace the very latest gaming technology, virtual reality (VR) can unlock the best New Year’s games online. There are plenty of fantastic multiplayer VR games out there, but one that stands out is Echo VR.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/gNHsP6AXx5Q\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>This game is a futuristic cross between soccer and rugby. Basically, players are put into teams and the aim is to score goals. However, instead of running, kicking, and tackling, you’re in a zero-gravity arena. Therefore, you’ll be floating across the court and throwing a puck.</p>\n\n<p>As well as passing and shooting, you can use special features, such as boosters and blockers, to improve your chances of scoring. As New Year’s games online go, Echo VR is one of <em>the </em>most interactive and active you can play.</p>\n\n<h2 id=\"goodbye-2021,-hello-2022!\">Goodbye 2021, Hello 2022!</h2>\n\n<p>For those of you out there looking for NYE games - we hope our picks help make your eve, and the entire year, all the more fun.</p>\n\n<p>Happy New Year!</p>\n<script type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://plarium.com/en/blog/new-years-games-online/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"The Best New Year’s Games Online: How to Celebrate in Style\",\n  \"image\": \"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2017/week_49/header.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"url\": \"https://plarium.com\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Plarium\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2021-12-09\"\n}\n</script>","date":"12/9/2021"},"images":{"preview":{"alt":"","href":"https://cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/blog/images/2022/new-years-games-online.webp"},"authorAvatar":{"href":"//cdn01.x-plarium.com/browser/content/portal/common/avatars/default_avatar.jpg","sizes":[]}},"template_options":{"compositeId":"13593"}},{"links":{"link":"/en/blog/best-games-2022/"},"strings":{"title":"The Best Games of 2022: What You Should be Looking Forward to in 2022","category":"Insights","author":"PLARIUM STAFF","readTime":"600000","description":"<p>What are the best games 2022 has to offer? Well, as you’d expect, 2022 is set to be <em>another </em>great year for gaming. With big hits from major studios, like Techland and Larian Studios, niche offerings, and delayed games finally making it to market, there’s a lot to look forward to and a lot of content to devour.</p>\n\n<p>With that being the case, we’ve put together a rundown of <em>the absolute </em>best video games 2022 has in store over the next twelve months to help you hit the ground running for another great year of gaming.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">{{banner:default}}</p>\n\n<p>The games to be proclaimed the best of 2022 are a topic we’re all interested in and, most likely, will all have a different view on. Maybe you’re a fan of <a href=\"/en/games/genre/shooting-games/\">shooters</a> and you’re looking forward to the release of <a href=\"https://www.ubisoft.com/en-us/game/rainbow-six/extraction\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six: Extraction</a>. Or, perhaps, you’re more interested in <a href=\"/en/games/genre/survival-games/\">survival games</a> like <a href=\"https://www.valheimgame.com/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Valheim</a>.</p>\n\n<p>Everyone has different tastes and expectations. Therefore, any list looking at the best games of 2022 has to take into account <em>all </em>genres. That’s what we’ve tried to do. The following rundown is our take on what the best games 2022 will offer gamers of all persuasions.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/zAV4NSI_Njg\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>You might agree with some and disagree with others. That's fine! But, it’s a solid overview of the market and, in turn, proof that the coming months will be good for gamers. So, if you’re ready, here’s some of the titles you've got to look forward to…</p>\n\n<h2>Best Games 2022: The Big Hitters Hitting the Market</h2>\n\n<p>We’ve divided our rundown of the best games 2022 has to offer into sections, but we’ve started with the <em>big </em>hitters. The four games in this category are likely to surpass all others. Of course, you might not agree.</p>\n\n<p>But it's important to note that they’re all either <em>part </em>of a successful franchise or they offer an interesting take on already <em>popular themes</em>.</p>\n\n<p>So, if you’re one of those serious players who are looking for the top games in 2022 but don’t know where to start, we've got you covered. Take a look at these four, sure-to-be mammoth titles below.</p>\n\n<h3>Baldur's Gate 3</h3>\n\n<p>You can already get early access to the first act of Baldur’s Gate 3 on Steam. For many gamers, this has already made it one of the best games 2022 is preparing for us. Indeed, once the full story is released in the coming months, you can look forward to an epic <a href=\"/en/games/genre/rpg-games/\">RPG</a> like no other.</p>\n\n<p>With the Mind Flayer parasite imbuing your character with mystical powers, you’ll battle through acts filled with death, corruption, betrayal and more. Put simply, if you want an epic story to immerse yourself in, Baldur’s Gate 3 is perfect.</p>\n\n<h3>Company of Heroes 3</h3>\n\n<p>Get ready for another epic tactical battle from the Company of Heroes franchise. The third installment of this <a href=\"/en/games/genre/strategy-games/\">strategy game</a> comes with more firepower than ever before. Relic's Essence Engine makes everything look realistic but, more importantly, function smoothly.</p>\n\n<p>In fact, it doesn’t matter if you’re engaging in a quick skirmish or battling dozens of players in an online campaign, there’s never any lag. Beyond the basics, the main reason Company of Heroes 3 is on our list of best games 2022, is its <em>Dynamic Campaign Map</em>.</p>\n\n<p>This feature means you can never get comfortable because no two battles are ever the same.</p>\n\n<h3>Gran Turismo 7</h3>\n\n<p>The much-loved racing franchise will make its return in 2022. Gran Turismo 7 will be available for PlayStation 4, but everyone really wants to see how it performs on the PlayStation 5. Publisher Sony has put forward a release date of <a href=\"https://www.playstation.com/en-us/games/gran-turismo-7/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">March 2022</a> and the omens are looking positive.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/1tBUsXIkG1A\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>All of your favorite features are back, including GT Sport Mode and head-to-head races. But the real reason to look forward to GT 7 is the reintroduction of the <em>Simulation Mode</em>.</p>\n\n<p>The ability to buy, race, tune, and sell cars while completing a series of campaigns should appeal to casual gamers as well as seasoned drivers. For this reason alone, it’s among the best games 2022 has in store.</p>\n\n<h3>Forspoken</h3>\n\n<p>Forspoken is an interesting addition to a rundown of the best games 2022 is yet to offer. You assume the role of Frey, a New Yorker plucked from reality and transported to the magical world of Athia.</p>\n\n<p>A sentient bracelet around your arm gives you the ability to cast spells and, with these powers, you explore an open world searching for a way home.</p>\n\n<p>As well as the ability to do cool stuff like scale walls and perform feats a parkour expert would be proud of, you’ll be able to create custom spells as you make allies and battle the forces of evil.</p>\n\n<p>This certainly keeps you engaged not only in the moment but with the storyline as a whole.</p>\n\n<h2>Best Games 2022: New Year Bangers</h2>\n\n<p>Getting out of the gates first can be a huge advantage in gaming and the two titles in this category are both due for release in <em>January</em>. That means you’ll be able to enjoy them as soon as the Christmas dust settles, and the frivolities of New Year’s Eve have passed.</p>\n\n<p>Will they remain the best games 2022 has brought us as time wears on? We can’t say for sure. But if you’re looking for something to get the year off to a positive start, <a href=\"https://www.monsterhunter.com/rise/us/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Monster Hunter Rise</a> and Elden Ring are certainly worth playing.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/E3Huy2cdih0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<h3>Monster Hunter Rise</h3>\n\n<p>The Monster Hunter franchise has produced some of the best games in recent years and Rise is set to keep that trend alive. Indeed, with enhanced visuals and an optimized engine making the action even crisper, Monster Hunter Rise could easily be among the best games of 2022.</p>\n\n<p>Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to explore strange worlds and battle never seen before monsters. You’ll have 14 weapons to choose from, including swords, daggers, and bows.</p>\n\n<p>More interestingly, you’ll also have the ability to collect items and create and upgrade weapons so you really can stick it to the bad guys.</p>\n\n<h3>Elden Ring</h3>\n\n<p>Set to come out in February 2022, Elden Ring is visually <em>stunning</em>. The trailers show an epic kingdom filled with multiple layers of intricate features and details. Helping to create this incredible looking world is a series of interconnected landscapes.</p>\n\n<p>From shadowy dungeons to dense and imposing forests, you’ll move seamlessly from one setting to another on foot or horseback. Aside from the visuals, the story of Elden Ring comes from the minds of Hidetaka Miyazaki, creator of Dark Souls, and George <a href=\"https://www.britannica.com/biography/George-R-R-Martin\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">R. R. Martin</a>, the author of A Song of Ice and Fire.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/ceLoJR3EPdE\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>This means there’s a depth to this mystical RPG that few games in 2022 will match.</p>\n\n<h2>Best Games 2022: Worth the Wait</h2>\n\n<p>The world has been in a state of turmoil since 2020 and that’s meant <em>a lot </em>of games have been put on hold. Unfortunately, there’s not a lot anyone can do about it, but gaming hasn’t stopped completely.</p>\n\n<p>Studios have been slowly getting back up to speed and now, with manufacturing back in business, some of 2021’s most anticipated games are being prepared for launch. Yes, they might be a bit late, but it just means that the two titles listed below can be ranked within the best games 2022 has to offer.</p>\n\n<h3>Dying Light 2</h3>\n\n<p>If there’s a video game in 2022 that best captures real life over the last few years, it’s Dying Light 2. <em>A deadly virus</em> has ravaged humanity and sent it back to the Dark Ages. Vigilantism, cities in ruin, and danger lurk around every corner.</p>\n\n<p>Your job is to cross the badlands and find some answers. As well as battling against the infected, you need to look for clues. How did things turn out this way? Who is in power and what is their goal? These questions have to be answered as you fight for survival.</p>\n\n<p>But bear in mind that, as the game’s tagline says, you must “stay human” at all times.</p>\n\n<h3>Warhammer 40,000: Darktide</h3>\n\n<p>If you’re someone that wants to share with other people the best games 2022 is about to shower us with, Warhammer 40,000 is <em>perfect</em>. This four-player <a href=\"/en/blog/co-op-games/\">co-op game</a> is set in the city of Tertium and it’s your job to stop the evil cult of Admonition.</p>\n\n<p>They’re out to destroy the planet Atoma Prime by killing its inhabitants and taking control. The only people that can stop them are you and three friends. That’s what makes this game intriguing. The visuals are great, and the storyline is engaging.</p>\n\n<p>But, the fact you get to play with others and work strategically to stop the Admonition is what makes it a hot pick for best games of 2022.</p>\n\n<h2>Best Games 2022: Indie Options</h2>\n\n<p>The major studios undoubtedly dominate the headlines when it comes to the best games 2022 has coming. That doesn’t mean, though, that <em>niche </em>developers aren’t going to make a mark. There were some fantastic indie offerings in 2021, including Lake and Dustborn.</p>\n\n<p>Therefore, we can expect many more hits in the coming months. With that being said, we believe the two titles listed below will be among the top indie games in 2022.</p>\n\n<h3>Slime Rancher 2</h3>\n\n<p>This sequel to Slim Rancher brings even more color and splendor to your screen. Indie developer Monomi Park struck gold with the original and, in 2022, it looks as though they’ll do the same again.</p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/ehh3m59vbA0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"></iframe></p>\n\n<p>Slime Rancher 2 continues the adventures of <em>Beatrix LeBeau</em> as she explores Rainbow Island. As with the original, you’ll be tasked with building a ranch by sourcing materials from around the island.</p>\n\n<p>This time around, you’ll have new slimes to collect, such as bouncy cotton slime. 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Are they locked away somewhere?</p>\n\n<p>Only you can discover the truth as you search this strange and perilous planet for clues from the past to help ensure your future and that of your crewmates.</p>\n\n<h2>Get Ready for the Best Games 2022 Has to Offer</h2>\n\n<p>So, there you have it. Those are some of the best games 2022 has coming up. We know that some of you might disagree with certain entries on the list.</p>\n\n<p>We also know that the list could change as more games hit the market - which definitely wouldn't be a bad thing after we've been somewhat deprived of new content over the last year or so.</p>\n\n<p>But, based on the current trends and what’s hot in gaming right now, these ten offerings are certainly among the most anticipated releases.</p>\n\n<p>And, from where we’re sitting, it looks as though 2022 is going to be another great year for gamers, regardless of your preferences. 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