Here are the top 10 latest action games as of 2023:
- Resident Evil Village
- Deathloop
- It Takes Two
- Returnal
- Scarlet Nexus
- Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart
- Death Stranding
- Doom Eternal
- Ghost of Tsushima
- Control.
Resident Evil Village
“Resident Evil Village” is an action-adventure survival horror game developed and published by Capcom. It is the eighth main entry in the Resident Evil series and was released in May 2021 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Microsoft Windows. In the game, players control Ethan Winters as he explores a mysterious village in search of his missing daughter. The game features a blend of survival horror and action gameplay, with a focus on puzzle-solving, exploration, and combat against supernatural enemies.
Deathloop
“Deathloop” is an action-adventure game developed by Arkane Studios and published by Bethesda Softworks. It was released in May 2021 for PlayStation 5 and Microsoft Windows. The game takes place on the mysterious island of Blackreef, where players control the assassin Colt, who is stuck in a time loop and must break the cycle by assassinating eight key targets. The game features fast-paced, first-person action, with a focus on creative combat, player choice, and exploration. Deathloop also has a unique time-loop mechanic, which allows players to see the consequences of their actions and adapt their strategies accordingly.
It Takes Two
“It Takes Two” is a co-operative action-adventure game developed by Hazelight Studios and published by Electronic Arts. It was released in March 2021 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Microsoft Windows. The game is designed to be played by two players, each controlling one of two characters, Cody and May, who are going through a crisis in their marriage. Players must work together to navigate a fantastical world filled with challenges and obstacles, as they work to repair their relationship. The game features a mix of platforming, puzzle-solving, and action, with a focus on cooperation and communication between players.
Returnal
“Returnal” is an action-adventure game developed by Housemarque and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. It was released in April 2021 exclusively for the PlayStation 5. The game takes place on a mysterious alien planet, where players control Selene, a space scout, as she tries to escape a time loop and uncover the secrets of the planet. The game features fast-paced, third-person action, with a focus on procedurally generated environments, challenging combat, and exploration. Returnal also features rogue-like elements, meaning that each time players die, they restart the game from the beginning with new, randomly generated environments and enemies to face.
Scarlet Nexus
“Scarlet Nexus” is an action role-playing game developed by Bandai Namco Studios and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. It was released in June 2021 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Microsoft Windows. The game takes place in a futuristic world where humanity must defend itself against psychic enemies called “Others.” Players control either Kasane Randall or Yuito Sumeragi, members of an elite group of psionic soldiers, as they explore the world, uncover the truth about the Others, and use their psionic abilities to defeat them. The game features fast-paced, hack-and-slash action, with a focus on character customization, strategic combat, and exploration.
Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart
“Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart” is a 3D platformer action-adventure game developed by Insomniac Games and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. It was released in June 2021 as a PlayStation 5 exclusive. The game features the classic duo Ratchet and Clank as they travel through different dimensions to stop the evil emperor Nefarious from destroying all of reality. The game features fast-paced, action-packed gameplay, with a focus on spectacular weapons, platforming, and puzzle-solving. The game also makes use of the PlayStation 5’s hardware, including the DualSense controller’s haptic feedback and the console’s lightning-fast SSD, to deliver an immersive and seamless gaming experience.
Death Stranding
“Death Stranding” is an action game developed by Kojima Productions and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. It was released in November 2019 for the PlayStation 4, and later released for Microsoft Windows in July 2020. The game takes place in a post-apocalyptic America, where players control Sam Bridges, a deliveryman, as he travels across the country to reconnect isolated cities and deliver valuable cargo. The game features a mix of action, stealth, and survival elements, with a focus on carrying packages and navigating the dangerous world filled with supernatural creatures known as “beached things” (BTs). The game also features a unique online multiplayer component where players can leave helpful signs and structures for others to use on their journey. The game is known for its unique and thought-provoking story, beautiful visuals, and innovative gameplay mechanics.
Doom Eternal
“Doom Eternal” is a first-person shooter game developed by id Software and published by Bethesda Softworks. It was released in March 2020 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Google Stadia, and Microsoft Windows, and later released for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch in 2020 and 2021. The game is a sequel to the 2016 game “Doom” and continues the story of the Doom Slayer as he battles against Hell’s forces that have invaded Earth. The game features fast-paced, brutal combat, with a focus on upgrading weapons and abilities, exploration, and challenging enemy encounters. The game also features a variety of multiplayer modes, including Battlemode, a 2-vs-1 player-versus-player mode where one player takes on the role of the Doom Slayer and the other two players control demons.
Ghost of Tsushima
“Ghost of Tsushima” is an action-adventure game developed by Sucker Punch Productions and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. It was released in July 2020 for the PlayStation 4. The game takes place in the year 1274, on the island of Tsushima in Japan, where players control Jin Sakai, a samurai warrior, as he fights against the Mongol invasion. The game features an open-world environment and a mix of stealth and action-packed combat, with a focus on player choice, exploration, and upgradeable weapons and abilities. The game also features a unique “Way of the Ghost” combat style that allows players to take a more stealthy approach, and a rich and immersive story that is influenced by Japanese folklore, culture, and history.
Control.
“Control” is a third-person action-adventure game developed by Remedy Entertainment and published by 505 Games. It was released in August 2019 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Microsoft Windows, and later released for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S in 2020. The game takes place in the Federal Bureau of Control, a secret government agency that investigates paranormal phenomena, where players control Jesse Faden, the new Director, as she tries to uncover the truth about her own past and the strange events occurring within the Bureau. The game features a mix of supernatural abilities, environmental manipulation, and fast-paced action, with a focus on exploration, puzzle-solving, and character development. The game is known for its unique and surreal setting, stylish visuals, and engaging story.