Ghostwire: Tokyois just around the corner, and gamers are eagerly waiting to seewhat the gameplay will be like. The action-adventure is being developed by Tango Gameworks and will be published by Bethesda Softworks. In a reimagined Tokyo, most of the population vanishes without explanation. Players will have to figure out what happened while battling the evil force that took over the city.
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Although people can’t wait to play with this seemingly fascinating game, other fantastic releases could make time pass faster. Better yet, they can prepare players for the environment and storyline ofGhostwire: Tokyo, getting them in the zone for when the game finallyreleases in 2022.
10Deathloop
The 2021 FPSDeathloopwas developed by Arkane Studios, and has taken the market by storm. Gamers everywhere love this unique and exciting game, mostly because of its quirky design and story.
Players take on the role of an assassin stuck in a time loop. The protagonist, Colt, is tasked to take out various targets (or “Visionaries”) before midnight. Leaving even one alive will cause the time loop to reset, undoing his work. The unique story, flavored with great mechanics and design, is the perfect appetizer forGhostwire.
9Kena: Bridge Of Spirits
One of the most beloved indie games on the market today,Kena: Bridge of Spiritstakes players on a journey they surely won’t forget. Kena the spirit guide uses hermagical abilitiesto help the deceased move on to the spirit world.
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She’s accompanied by cute companions on the journey as she faces enemies and obstacles along the way. The graphics are phenomenal and the gameplay is immersive, making it one of the most sought-after games of 2021.
8Far Cry 6
The sixth edition oftheFar Cryfranchisehit fans like a bag of bricks. The story is incredibly well-written, the characters are lovable, and the mechanics of the gameplay are effortless. Even people who haven’t played the rest of the franchise will enjoy the game.
Apart from the flawless gameplay andstoryline, there’s also a possibility of a sequel to the plot. A lot of questions remained unanswered, and the story was left with a lot of potential unfulfilled — but not in a frustrating way.
7Control
Over the past few years,Controlhas managed to attract a massive fan base. The mind-bending supernatural adventure is not only intensely interesting, but is also filled with fast-paced combat and a hero with fascinating superpowers.
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The protagonist, Jesse Faden, finds herself in the middle of a conflict between a secret government agency and evil otherworldly forces who are invading reality. Players can’t get enough of the game, and luckily, it’s rumored thata sequel is in the making. Players have something to wait for even afterGhostwire: Tokyocomes out.
6Life Is Strange: True Colors
Players step into the shoes of Alex as she leaves the foster-care system, trying to find her estranged brother. The game has a veryunique style, and touches on some interesting topics as it creates an unforgettable experience by shedding light on the emotional side of certain events.
Players can even jump into this game without having played any otherLife is Strangegames.True Colorsis an entirely separate story with brand new characters.
5The Evil Within
The Evil Withinis the most famous video series by Tango Gameworks, so it’s evident that any game of the franchise would be perfect to get into the zone before the next best game of Tango comes out. The second game was released in 2017 as the direct sequel of the original game.
It’s considered a horror game, but instead of gore, includes a lot ofpsychological thriller elements. The game discusses topics like loss, grief, alcoholism, andslow descent into madness. In addition to exciting and scary gameplay, the story is incredibly deep, honest, and unique.
4Horizon: Zero Dawn
Ever since players got wind of the news thatHorizon: Forbidden Westis on its way, this action-adventure game has again emerged and made its way into players' hearts. In a world where robotic monsters roam, an outcast named Aloy goes on a journey to find out who her mother is and, ultimately, who she is.
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Now that thesequel is just around the corner, it might be the best game to play. The gameplay is exciting, the combat scenes are well-made, and there’s a great balance between the action and the story, which is full of plot twists and mystery.
3Returnal
The story ofReturnalis obscure and complex, leaving players with more questions than answers. The ending can also be punishing, depending on the player. But overall, it became a fan favorite due to the amazing story and enjoyable gameplay.
2Ghost Of Tsushima
Players might want to explore more games involving Japanese culture before getting started withGhostwire: Tokyo.Ghost of Tsushimafollows a samurai warrior on a quest to protect Tsushima Island during the Mongol invasion.
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While the game is historical fiction, developers did their homework when writingGhost of Tsushima. Even though the game isn’t100% accurate, if players read into the actual history, they will recognize that the plot did a great job bringing the culture to life.
1Scarlet Nexus
Perhaps the most similar game toGhostwire: Tokyo, this RPG allows players to assume control overone of two characterswho are tasked to defend New Himuka from creatures called the “Others.”
Scarlet Nexusfocuses on technology and psychic abilities as members of the Other Suppression Force fight to take down the evil entities. Just likeGhostwire, it takes place in a futuristic city where players need to uncover secrets about current events.
Ghostwire: Tokyo’s release date has been delayed to 2022 (exact date unknown).
