The year 2018 proved to be a fantastic year for gaming, as players were treated to the release of several iconic and genre-defining games throughout the year. Games like God of War, Red Dead Redemption 2, Marvel’s Spider-Man, and many others launched in 2018. These games had fantastic graphics and delivered a fun gameplay experience. Many games that were released in 2018 also had great stories with complex and deep characters. As these games turn five, we take a retrospective look at some of the best games released in 2018.
1. God of War
Developer Santa Monica Studio rebooted the fan-favourite God of War franchise with 2018’s God of War. The game follows Kratos and his son Atreus as they journey across Norse realms and encounter various enemies and gods. Along with the action-packed gameplay you expect from a God of War title, the game also focuses on telling a great story through its complex characters. The game also has fantastic combat and epic set pieces to explore.
Release date – April 20th, 2018
Platforms – PS5, PS4, PC
Pros
- Fantastic story
- Great combat
Cons
- Occasional clunky camera when fighting multiple enemies
2. Red Dead Redemption 2
Red Dead Redemption 2 is one of the most iconic games from Rockstar that serves as a prequel to the original. The game follows Arthur Morgan on a chaotic journey through the American plains. The Western epic has a great story with some memorable characters. Besides these, the combat and massive open world of Red Dead Redemption 2 were appreciated by fans as well as critics.
Release date – October 26th, 2018
Platforms – PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Pros
- Great storytelling
- Fun main and side quests
Cons
- The slow-burn storytelling may not be for everyone
3. Assassin’s Creed Odyssey
Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed Odyssey is considered one of the best games in the series since the developer shifted to a more RPG-focused approach. As the name suggests, Odyssey is a massive game with a lot of quests, side quests, and activities, as well as a huge open world to explore. Assassin’s Creed Odyssey is set in Ancient Greece, where Sparta and Athens are at war. You play a vital role in the war as you can pick sides and battle for either Athens or Sparta. The game also has hidden mythical beasts to encounter.
Release date – October 2nd, 2018
Platforms – PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Pros
- Massive open world with many secrets to uncover
- Fun combat
Cons
- XP grind can be tedious
4. Tetris Effect: Connected
Tetris is one of the most popular types of games out there, and Tetris Effect takes it to another level. The game offers an artful take on Tetris with vivid and trippy visuals coupled with a great soundtrack. Tetris Effect: Connected has more than 30 stages, each with a unique theme and graphical style. The game also features cross-platform multiplayer for co-op and competitive games.
Release date – November 9th, 2018
Platforms – PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch
Pros
- Significantly improves the Tetris experience
- Great soundtrack
Cons
- Some tempo shifts can feel too intense
5. Marvel’s Spider-Man
Marvel’s Spider-Man was praised by critics as well as fans across the globe as one of the best superhero games to have released. The game follows Peter Parker in a huge open-world New York setting, where he fights against many types of enemies and iconic villains from the comics. Marvel’s Spider-Man has fantastic combat that lets you fight against multiple enemies simultaneously as you dodge oncoming attacks and use powerful abilities. Developer Insomniac Games has also released Spider-Man Remastered for PS5 and PC and this is perhaps a good time to play it as we wait for Spider-Man 2 to come out.
Release date – September 7th, 2018
Platforms – PC, PS5, PS4
Pros
- Amazing combat
- Fun story
Cons
- Occasional clunky camera
