Home/Games

Your New Reality: 11 Games Ready to Rewire Your Brain.

Your New Reality: 11 Games Ready to Rewire Your Brain.
SurrealExperimentalRPGAdventureSingleplayerNostalgic
In this listChulipPsychonautsEarthBoundConker's Bad Fur DayHotel Dusk: Room 215FolkloreVanquishSpace Station Silicon ValleyRadiant HistoriaMadWorldAlpha Protocol
You've played 0 of 11 · tap “Played it” on each pick
#1 Chulip cover

Chulip

This game is wonderfully bizarre. You play as a boy trying to kiss everyone in town. It's a social puzzle, really. You learn their routines. You discover their secrets. And then you try to impress them. The world is surreal. The characters are unforgettable. It’s an adventure. It’s charmingly weird. This game offers a truly unique experience. Its oddity is its greatest strength.
2 critics · 6 lists →
#2 Psychonauts cover

Psychonauts

Explore the minds of others. This platformer is pure imagination. You jump through abstract mental landscapes. Each level is wildly creative. You gain psychic powers. You solve emotional puzzles. The story is smart. The characters are hilarious. It deals with deep themes. It does so with humor and heart. It's a journey into the subconscious.
4 critics · 111 lists →
#3 EarthBound cover

EarthBound

Forget traditional fantasy. This RPG sets you in a quirky modern world. Kids fight aliens. They use baseball bats and frying pans. The humor is constant. The dialogue is sharp. It has a unique art style. It features an unforgettable soundtrack. This game is pure charm. It’s deeply emotional too. It feels truly special and enduring.
3 critics · 3 lists →
#4 Conker's Bad Fur Day cover

Conker's Bad Fur Day

This isn't your average cute platformer. Conker is a foul-mouthed squirrel. He's on a quest for money. The game is packed with adult humor. It features pop culture parodies. The gameplay is varied. There are platforming, shooting, and vehicle sections. It broke N64 conventions. It remains hilariously irreverent. It’s shockingly good, even today.
4 critics · 12 lists →
#5 Hotel Dusk: Room 215 cover

Hotel Dusk: Room 215

Step into a noir mystery. You are Kyle Hyde, a former detective. You uncover secrets in a rundown hotel. The DS stylus is used cleverly. You examine clues. You interview quirky characters. The art style is distinctive. It feels like a moving graphic novel. The story is gripping. It’s a truly atmospheric experience. The puzzles are engaging.
#6 Folklore cover

Folklore

Journey into a realm of spirits. This PS3 action RPG draws from Irish mythology. You play as two distinct characters. They hunt strange creatures. You absorb their powers. The atmosphere is dark and enchanting. The creature designs are unique. The combat is engaging. It’s a forgotten gem. It’s rich in lore and visual style.
4 critics · 46 lists →
#7 Vanquish cover

Vanquish

This is pure, unadulterated speed. You're in a futuristic power suit. You slide at incredible velocity. You blast enemies in slow motion. The combat is fluid. It's incredibly satisfying. The boss battles are epic. It’s a stylish third-person shooter. It's all about momentum. It’s a masterclass in action game design.
4 critics · 101 lists →
#8 Space Station Silicon Valley cover

Space Station Silicon Valley

Possess animals. Solve puzzles. This N64 game is ingenious. You take control of various creatures. Each has unique abilities. You navigate a broken space station. The levels are clever. The humor is subtle. It’s a platformer. It’s a puzzle game. It’s incredibly inventive. It’s surprisingly deep and charming.
2 critics · 4 lists →
#9 Radiant Historia cover

Radiant Historia

Rewrite history. This DS RPG uses time travel as a core mechanic. You jump between timelines. Your choices impact the future. The tactical combat is excellent. The story is complex. It’s a truly epic narrative. The characters are compelling. It's a deep, rewarding experience. It makes you think deeply.
3 critics · 6 lists →
#10 MadWorld cover

MadWorld

Embrace the chaos. This Wii game is a stylish beat 'em up. It's black and white. Splashes of red blood dominate. The violence is over-the-top. The commentary is hilarious. It's unapologetically brutal. It's incredibly satisfying. It pushed Wii boundaries. It's a unique art statement. It’s a bloody good time.
4 critics · 18 lists →
#11 Alpha Protocol cover

Alpha Protocol

Become a spy. This RPG focuses on player choice. Your dialogue options matter. Your actions have consequences. It’s clunky, yes. But it's ambitious. The story branches wildly. It truly lets you role-play. It offers a unique espionage fantasy. It’s a flawed masterpiece. It's worth playing for its ambition.
4 critics · 163 lists →
Up next The Arc Analyst's Take: 7 Shows That Proved Television Could Be More →