Andrew McMahon
Judgment
Best Xbox Series X Games 2022
Love the Yakuza series, but want something a little different? Maybe a game that has a bit more detective work? Then Judgment is just for you. Judgment follows Takayuki Yagami, a former lawyer who has opened up a detective agency in the hopes of finding the truth. The game blends the serious and fun stories known to the Yakuza franchise with some amazing action that looks stellar on the Xbox Series X.
The Medium
Best Xbox Series X Games 2022
The Medium is the Xbox Series X’s first exclusive title, giving psychological horror fans a great look at what they can expect from next-gen graphics and design. Medium tells the story of Marianne, a young woman who possesses the ability to see and explore the spirit world. Using these abilities, players will solve puzzles and traverse through creepy atmospheres that are sure to scare the pants off you at least once.
Cyberpunk 2077
Best Xbox Series X Games 2022
While Cyberpunk 2077 may not have lived up to some expectations, there is no denying that it’s still a good game, especially when taking advantage of the power and hardware of the Xbox Series X. The game features a boatload of unique and interesting mechanics, allowing players to customize their main character, V, in numerous different ways. Whether that customization is focused on something like dialogue perks or a heavy melee build, Cyberpunk 2077 has a myriad of different ways to experience its large world.
Resident Evil Village
Best Xbox Series X Games 2022
Resident Evil Village picks up immediately after the events of Resident Evil 7, as Ethan Winters must find a way to rescue his daughter from the clutches of a village of maniacs. In order to fight all of these villains, though, he’ll need to solve puzzles and upgrade his weapons to the point where they’re strong enough to take down everything from tall, hot vampires to terrifying Lycans.
Ori and the Will of the Wisps
Best Xbox Series X Games 2022
Picking up shortly after the events of the original, Ori and the Will of the Wisps once again follows Ori, as players take one again take control of the spirit to save the world. Even if you aren’t that big on puzzling and platforming, Ori and the Will of the Wisps is a game that every Xbox Series X fan should at least try. The combination of the game’s beautiful watercolor visuals and fast-paced action creates an amazing experience you won’t find anywhere else.
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla
Best Xbox Series X Games 2022
The Assassin’s Creed series has long since moved on from being about stealth, tracking, and assassinations, now focusing its gameplay around RPG mechanics and narrative-driven action. Assassin’s Creed Valhalla embodies those changes, as it transports the series to Viking times, giving players a slew of customizable abilities and different areas to explore.
Yakuza: Like a Dragon
Best Xbox Series X Games 2022
If you’ve ever had trouble getting into the Yakuza franchise, then Yakuza: Like a Dragon is a great entry point. This title switches the mechanics of the series from action to turn-based combat, making things a lot easier to get the hang of. That is really the only thing that has changed, though, as Yakuza: Like a Dragon still represents the insanity that is the combination of crime and comedy known throughout the series. Kamurocho and Ichiban’s hair also both look beautiful on Xbox Series X, which is reason enough to get the game.
Forza Horizon 4
Best Xbox Series X Games 2022
Forza Horizon 4 is a visual feast, as you’ll drive an insane amount of different vehicles through the game’s setting throughout different seasons. Even non-racing fans will get wrapped up in the intensity of competing in races in this game, as the visuals and gameplay are simply that good. If you’re really looking to test the limits of how good a game can look on Xbox Series X, you can do no better than Forza Horizon 4.
Control: Ultimate Edition
Best Xbox Series X Games 2022
Remedy Entertainment created one hell of a unique third-person action-adventure with Control, placing players in the shoes of Jesse Faden as she navigates a supernatural setting in the hopes of finding her brother. Alongside breathtaking visuals that come about with the game’s destructive action on the Xbox Series X, Control: Ultimate Edition also comes with all the DLC to make for a complete experience.
Gears 5
Best Xbox Series X Games 2022
The Gears of War series was revitalization in Gears 4, as the game added some new characters and mechanics to help things feel a bit more fresh. Gears 5 expands upon that even more, adding in elements like open-world exploration and considerably improved visuals thanks to the Xbox Series X. The game continues the story of Kait and JD, taking place a few months after the last game, as the Gears do everything in their power to stop the reemerging Locust threat.
Destiny 2
Best Xbox Series X Games 2022
Destiny 2 is a grand space opera that once again puts players in a world rife with amazing sights, characters, and powers. Whether it is the campaign, multiplayer, special events, or raids, every adventure you take with your Guardian unveils something new that’ll leave your mouth agape. Regardless of whether you play it for the single-player or multiplayer, you can be sure that you’ll love how the game looks and feels on a new console.
Tetris Effect: Connected
Best Xbox Series X Games 2022
If you’re someone who thinks that Tetris is a simple game that can’t be enhanced or improved upon, Tetris Effect: Connected is here to prove otherwise. Tetris Effect: Connected looks and sounds amazing, featuring intense tempos and visuals that change as you progress. The addition of multiplayer also adds another awesome layer to the game, allowing you to compete in fun battles between strangers and friends alike.
Hitman 3
Best Xbox Series X Games 2022
Hitman 3 is one of those games that really anyone can get into. Hardcore players can immerse themselves in the experience and become deadly assassins, while casual players can find the most comical way possible to complete Agent 47’s assignment. The best part is that even if you fail, Hitman 3 lets you load back into the game quickly, thanks to the hardware of the Xbox Series X.
Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition
Best Xbox Series X Games 2022
Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition is one of those games that any action fan should play, as the action and characters it boasts throughout its single-player campaign are amongst some of the best in gaming. Few games on the Xbox Series X look and feel as good as Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition, as its power system and insane combat thrive on this next-gen console.
Elden Ring
Best Xbox Series X Games 2022
If 2022 has proved anything about video games, it’s that no genre, not even one as difficult as Soulslikes, is beyond catching fire, especially when it has a game as unique as Elden Ring. It’s really hard to explain the phenomenon that this game has been this year, as even non-gamers have wanted to explore this magical world that FromSoft and Hidetaka Miyazaki created.
