It’s no secret that 2022 is off to a raucous start with multiple game of the year contenders hitting within the first couple of months of the year. Even with highly-rated hits like Elden Ring, Dying Light 2, Pokémon Legends: Arceus, and Horizon Forbidden West building the foundation of exceptional games of the year, there’s a lot still yet to release. This list will be your guide to every gaming experience Game Informer considers a must-play in 2022, encompassing the best games you can play on platforms like PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch, and PC, among others.
Below you'll find a list of the top-scoring games of 2021, beginning with the top scorer and going down. Any game that scores between a 10 and an 8.5 makes the cut. Each entry also features a small blurb and a link to the full review. We'll update the list with eligible titles as the year progresses, so be sure to bookmark this page if you ever need recommendations on what to play next. Have fun!
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Elden Ring
From Software's dark fantasy action RPG offers up an incredible, unforgettable adventure. Read review
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC
Release Date:
February 25, 2022
Tunic
Tunic is a wonderous adventure replete with mystery, discovery, and heart. Read review
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC
Release Date:
March 16, 2022 (Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC), September 27, 2022 (PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4)
Dying Light 2 Stay Human
Techland has crafted a monster of a sequel that is bigger and better in almost every way. Read review
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC
Release Date:
February 4, 2022 (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC), TBA (Switch)
Neon White
Neon White isn't just one of the best games of the year, it also speaks to a highly specific audience many just don't anymore. Read review
Platforms: Switch, PC
Release Date:
June 16, 2022
Tiny Tina's Wonderlands
Gearbox's latest looter shooter is the studio's best effort yet. Read review
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC
Release Date:
March 25, 2022