21. Metroid: Samus Returns
Platform: Nintendo 3DS
US Release Year: 2017
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure)
ESRB Rating: E10+
Developer: MercurySteam
Publisher: Nintendo
Synopsis: A complete re-imagining of the 1991 Gameboy classic Metroid II: Return of Samus,
complete with immersive 3D visuals, a vibrant new look and all-new powers and weapons,
including a brand-new energy source you can harness, Aeion. Uncover the secrets that
abound and learn the true history behind the planet known as SR388. Great for Metroid
fans old and new, this is the perfect place to jump in or rejoin the franchise.
22. Doki Doki Literature Club!
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2017
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Adventure (Visual Novel)
Developer: Team Salvato
Publisher: Team Salvato
23. Boot Hill Bounties
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2017
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Role Playing (RPG) (Turn-Based RPG)
Developer: Experimental Gamer
Publisher: Experimental Gamer
24. Destiny 2
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2017
Overall Rating: 3.6 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (First-Person Shooter)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Bungie
Publisher: Activision
Synopsis: Humanity's last stronghold has fallen. Led by Ghaul, the commander of the brutal brutal
Red Legion, the city's Guardians have fallen and the survivors have fled. In order to face
this overwhelming threat, you will have to scour the galaxy for an arsenal of weapons and
new, hidden abilities, unite scattered heroes and stand together in order to reclaim your
home.
25. Mass Effect: Andromeda
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2017
Overall Rating: 3.8 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Third-Person Shooter), Role Playing (RPG) (Elements)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: BioWare
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Synopsis: Humanity's next chapter unfolds: as leader of the Pathfinder, a group of military-trained
explorers, your goal is to go far beyond the Milky Way to the unknown Andromeda
galaxy, in order to find a new home for humanity. But this new galaxy also holds
unknown challenges, including fierce, new alien enemies. The games has been
updated: destructible environments, boosted jumps for added verticality, and all-new
weapons and Biotics all await. Choose wisely, for the success of your mission will
ultimatley determine if humanity will survive.
26. Dungeon Defenders II
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2017
Overall Rating: 3.8 out of 5 stars
Genres: Role Playing (RPG) (Hack ‘n Slash), Strategy (Tower Defense)
ESRB Rating: E10+
Developer: Trendy Entertainment
Publisher: Trendy Entertainment
27. Stardew Valley
Platform: Nintendo Network
US Release Year: 2017
Overall Rating: 3.8 out of 5 stars
Genres: Role Playing (RPG), Strategy (Simulation)
ESRB Rating: E10+
Developer: ConcernedApe
Publisher: ChuckleFish
Synopsis: You have inherited your grandfather's old farm plot in Stardew Valley. With only some
old tools and pocketful of coins, can you turn this overgrown plot of land in to a home?
Stardew Valley itself has seen better days as the Joja Corporation has moved in and
all but eliminated the old ways, with the Community Center lying in shambles. If you can
restore your home, why not all of Stardew Valley? And maybe you can even find love...
Explore a vast world and improve five areas: farming, mining, combat, fishing, and
foraging. Engage with over 30 unique characters, each with their own stories, explore
a vast, mysterious cave and get lost in the open world as you explore all the
possibilities around you.
28. Middle-earth: Shadow of War
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2017
Overall Rating: 3.8 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure, Sandbox)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Monolith Productions
Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive
Synopsis: As the shadow of darkness spreads across Middle-earth, once again Talion and
Celebrimbor - two parts of a whole, must come together and try to stop the Dark Lord
Sauron and his Ringwraith hordes from spreading. If they cannot get a hold of the Ring
of Power, perhaps they can forge their own to take control of his legions - but will the
power be too strong to control? And can they mitigate its influence? A deeper Nemesis
systems awaits - with more enemy types, more cunning strategy and knowing that
even the lowliest soldier can one day rise to become your most powerful adversary.
29. The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth +
Platform: Nintendo Switch
US Release Year: 2017
Overall Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Rogue-lite)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Edmund McMillen
Publisher: Nicalis
Synopsis: Isaac's mother has found God - and he demands a sacrifice. In order to escape certain
death, Isaac escapes to the basement only to discover untold horrors and twisted siblings
and terrifying bosses. In order to survive, Isaac will have to use all the tools at his disposal
- his tears and blood become weapons, and survive each level until he can finally confront
his mother and the awful truth.
30. Uncharted: The Lost Legacy
Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2017
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure)
ESRB Rating: RP
Developer: Naughty Dog
Publisher: Sony
Synopsis: The first stand-alone adventure in the Uncharted series, focusing on fan-favorite
character Chloe Frazer. Join Chloe, along with Nadine as they venture deep into
India's Western Ghats on the search of an artifact that is the key to preventing the
region from falling into chaos. Comes bundled with Uncharted 4: A Thief's End
Multiplayer and Survival modes (requires PS4 Plus membership). Game is a free
download for any owner of Uncharted 4: A Thief's End Digital Deluxe Edition,
Uncharted 4: A Thief's End Triple Pack or Uncharted 4: A Thief's End Explorer's Pack.
