Well butter my biscuit, it's 2025 already! Looking back at last year's gaming landscape still gives me goosebumps – what an absolute banger of a year. As TheGamer's resident chaos enthusiast with the memory span of a goldfish, revisiting these gems feels like unboxing forgotten Christmas presents. While my colleagues have their own rad lists (check 'em out!), this is my personal hall of fame where Pacific Drive's eerie highways and Helldivers 2's explosive mayhem collide. Buckle up, 'cause we're diving deep into the games that made me laugh, rage, and question my life choices! 🎮
10. Pacific Drive: Best Ryan Gosling Simulator Of The Year
Let's be real – cruising through abandoned zones with synthwave blasting is my happy place. Shame Mumbai traffic makes IRL drives feel like Mad Max auditions! This atmospheric gem gave me that sweet, sweet isolation fix. People Also Ask: Does Pacific Drive capture that Drive soundtrack vibe? Abso-bloody-lutely – it’s a moody masterpiece where every creak of your jalopy tells a story. Not gonna lie, the plot didn't stick with me like tar on asphalt, but those desolate roads? Chef's kiss! 🙌
9. Forgive Me Father 2: Best Doom Clone Of The Year
When I heard "Lovecraftian shotgun with a freakin' sea monster attachment," I was all in like a gambler at a poker table. Blowing cultists to smithereens hasn't felt this good since... well, ever! People Also Ask: Is it just a Doom rip-off? Nah mate – it’s a gory love letter with tentacle-flavored twists! That targeting ammo mechanic? chef’s kiss Still boot it up when I need to decompress by compressing demon skulls. 💥
8. Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom: Best Game To Play Before Sleeping
FINALLY playing as Zelda felt like uncorking vintage champagne – bubbly and brilliant! People Also Ask: How does it compare to Tears of the Kingdom? Apples and oranges, folks! Here’s the tea ☕️:
| Feature | Echoes of Wisdom | Tears of Kingdom |
|---|---|---|
| Protagonist | Zelda (finally!) | Link |
| Gameplay | Clone army puzzles | Ultrahand building |
| Vibe | Cozy bedtime adventure | Epic open-world grind |
That freedom to solve puzzles like a genius or a lazy bum? Perfection. Still my go-to wind-down game!
7. Wild Bastards: Best Game To Finish In One Day
This lil' gem snuck up on me like a ninja in socks! Void Bastards was my jam, so discovering its spiritual successor felt like finding cash in old jeans. People Also Ask: Is the replay value good? Ehh... not quite OG levels, but that ragtag crew and FPS chaos? I mainlined it faster than a Starbucks addict! 🤠 Pro tip: Clear your schedule – resistance is futile once you start.
6. Elden Ring DLC: Best War Cry (Igon's Speech)
Cue the drama! 🎭 When this expansion got GOTY noms, the internet lost its marbles – and honestly? I lived for it. People Also Ask: Is the Land of Shadow better than Lands Between? 100% yes – it’s like comparing a cathedral to a shed. That levelling system? chef’s kiss. But fighting Radahn again? Priceless... especially since I cheesed him harder than a fondue. Igon’s rant alone deserves an Oscar! 🏆
5. Prince of Persia: Lost Crown: Best Genre Pivot
Ubisoft snapping back with this beauty was like watching a phoenix rise! People Also Ask: Why didn’t it sell better? Beats me – it’s tighter than my jeans after lockdown! As a Zoroastrian, seeing our lore done justice? emotional damage. Combat? Buttery smooth. Platforming? Chef’s kiss. That team dissolution news still stings though... a damn shame. ✨
4. Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2: Best NPC (Brother Valtus)
This was my gateway drug into 40K’s bonkers universe! People Also Ask: Is it beginner-friendly? Hell yeah – it’s like Warhammer for Dummies (in the best way!). Smashing xenos never gets old, but reconnecting with my lore-obsessed buddy? priceless. Shoutout to Brother Valtus – that glorious NPC carried us harder than a pack mule! For the Emperor! ⚔️
3. Astro Bot: Best Nostalgia Merchant
Pure. PlayStation. Joy. 😭 People Also Ask: Is it just a PS5 ad? Nah fam – it’s a love letter! That DualSense shuttle? Genius. Haptic feedback? swoon. But the themed levels? Each could’ve been a standalone banger. Sony better turn this into their Lego franchise – it’s a license to print joy! 🚀
2. Black Myth: Wukong: Most Satisfying Attack
China’s AAA mic drop! 🎤 People Also Ask: Did it live up to the hype? Honey, it cleared the bar like an Olympic champ! That four-tier heavy attack? chef’s kiss. Boss fights felt like squaring off against gods, not damage-sponge dudes. Still boot it up just to feel that power fantasy – take notes, Soulslikes! 🐒
1. Helldivers 2: Make Multiplayer Great Again Award
As a certified hermit, this made me fall in love with multiplayer again – talk about a plot twist! People Also Ask: What makes it special? Where do I start?!
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That evacuation chaos? 🤯
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Friendly fire turning allies into slapstick comedians? 🤣
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Everyone roleplaying like liberty-obsessed maniacs? FREEDOM! 🦅
It’s pure, unadulterated FUN – the reason I game. Democracy never felt so good! 💥
So there you have it – my personal 2024 hall of fame. These games made me laugh, cry, and question my sanity (in the best way!). What were your standout moments? Drop a comment and let's start a friendly fire... I mean, discussion! 😉