February 3rd 2024.
Hey, did you have a favorite game from 2023? The reader votes are in for their top picks, and it looks like Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom, Resident Evil 4, and Baldur's Gate 3 are all strong contenders. It's that time of year again, where we ask our readers to share their top three games of the past year so we can compile a Readers' Top 20 list. While our own list has some guidelines, such as no remasters or remakes, the reader's version has no restrictions except for the games needing to have been released in 2023.
In the end, Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom took the lead, with a comfortable margin over the other games. However, this could be due to Baldur's Gate 3 having less of an impact on consoles, as it was only released on Xbox in December and may not have been played by as many people as the other contenders.
Without further ado, here is the Readers' Top 20 of 2023:
1. The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom
2. Super Mario Bros. Wonder
3. Resident Evil 4
4. Hogwarts Legacy
5. Baldur's Gate 3
6. Metroid Prime Remastered
7. Final Fantasy 16
8. Street Fighter 6
9. Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
10. Diablo 4
11. Remnant 2
12. Marvel's Spider-Man 2
13. Sea Of Stars
14. Cocoon
15. Jusant
16. Assassin's Creed Mirage
17. Dave The Diver
18. RoboCop: Rogue City
19. Blasphemous 2
20. Alan Wake 2
Choosing my top three games from 2023 was not an easy task, as there were quite a few that I thoroughly enjoyed. However, there were three that stood out to me the most.
At number three, we have Resident Evil 4. This game is a perfect example of how to remake a classic. It felt both familiar and new, and I couldn't get enough of it.
My second pick is The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom. While I can understand why others may have found Breath Of The Wild to be a great game, it didn't quite click for me. However, Tears Of The Kingdom captured my attention and kept me entertained for over 50 hours. It was a captivating and enjoyable experience that I didn't expect.
But my ultimate favorite game of the year is Super Mario Bros. Wonder. Every level is filled with magic and creativity, and the Wonder Seeds add a new twist to the gameplay. It's a perfect example of Nintendo's magic at work.
I'm not the only one with great picks, though. Pigfish2 also has some amazing choices:
1. Resident Evil 4 - Despite being a remake, this game was a completely new and exciting experience for me, as I had never played the original.
2. Hogwarts Legacy - I may not be a Harry Potter fan, but this game drew me in and became a hit in my household, with over 250 hours of playtime.
3. RoboCop: Rogue City - Despite its flaws, this game was still fantastic and had some of the most satisfying gunplay and headshots I've ever experienced.
And let's not forget about notable mentions for Dead Space and Spider-Man 2 from Rickandrolla.
ZiPPi also has some great choices, and 2023 seems to have been a vintage year for gaming:
1. The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom - After getting a Switch just to play it, I spent over 175 hours exploring this amazing game.
2. Resident Evil 4 - Another remake, but Capcom did an incredible job improving the controls, graphics, and audio while staying true to the original.
3. Super Mario Bros. Wonder - This game reignited my love for 2D Mario and left me wondering how Nintendo will top it.
I couldn't agree more with ZiPPi's sentiments about 2023 being a great year for gaming. Let's hope the industry continues to thrive and we don't see any setbacks in the future.
And finally, we have Pigfish2's pick for "hobby of the year," voting for the Readers' Top 20:
I love participating in the Readers' Top 20 each year. It's a great way to reflect on the past 12 months of gaming and relive some happy memories. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to play every game I wanted to, such as Metroid Prime Remastered, Pikmin 4, Armored Core 6, Cocoon, and Dave The Diver. But my actual top picks are truly exceptional. It's been a great year for gaming!
And without further ado, here are Pigfish2's top three games of 2023:
3. Street Fighter 6 - Despite only playing for a week, this game has already impressed me with its improvements over the previous title. The new Drive Gauge adds a new layer of strategy, the netcode is working flawlessly, and the graphics and animations are stunning.
2. Hogwarts Legacy - I may not be a fan of Harry Potter, but that didn't stop me from enjoying this game. It even helped me bond with my kids, who have collectively played over 250 hours.
1. RoboCop: Rogue City - Despite its imperfections, this game was still amazing and had some of the most satisfying gunplay and headshots I've ever experienced. It's rough around the edges, but it almost seems intentional.
And let's not forget about Pigfish2's honorable mentions for Dead Space and Spider-Man 2.
It's safe to say that 2023 was a fantastic year for gaming, and let's hope that the industry continues to thrive in the future. Thank you to all our readers for participating in the Readers' Top 20 and sharing your favorite games with us. We can't wait to see what the next year has in store for us.
People often look back on the year that has passed and reminisce about their favorite things. For gamers, this includes their favorite games of the year. And in 2023, it was no different. The community was buzzing with excitement as they cast their votes for the best games of the year. The competition was fierce, with popular titles like Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom, Resident Evil 4, and Baldur's Gate 3 all vying for the top spot.
The readers' top 20 was a highly anticipated list, with readers eagerly waiting to see if their favorites made the cut. Unlike the official top 20, which had certain restrictions, the readers' version had no limitations except for the rule that the games must have been released in 2023. And in the end, it was no surprise that Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom took the crown by a landslide. Its stunning graphics and captivating gameplay had captured the hearts of many, making it a clear winner.
However, some readers felt that the results may have been skewed due to Baldur's Gate 3's late release on consoles. As it was only available on Xbox in December, not as many people had the chance to play it compared to the other contenders. But regardless, the readers' top 20 was a diverse and exciting list, showcasing the best of the best in the gaming world.
As for individual top picks, some readers had a clear favorite, while others had a difficult time choosing just three. Some mentioned Resident Evil 4, with its fantastic remake of a classic game. Others raved about The Legend of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom, which had a magical and captivating world. And then there was Super Mario Bros. Wonder, a game that brought back the joy of 2D Mario games and left players wanting more.
For one reader, this year's list was a testament to the amazing games that were released. They were amazed by the quality and variety of titles and hoped that the industry could continue to deliver such exceptional experiences in the future. It was clear that gaming had been a highlight of the year for many, and the anticipation for the next year's releases was already building.
As the year came to an end, readers eagerly awaited the next Readers' Top 20, ready to cast their votes and relive the happy memories of the year gone by. It was a hobby that they looked forward to every year, and it was a testament to the power of gaming to bring people together and create cherished memories.
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