Action (10000 programs)

Pros: Strong cast of X-Men actors, with Chris Claremont writing. Interesting variety of three different character types.

Cons: Repetitive, derivative action gameplay lacks standout features. Rushed comic scenes make story particularly confusing.

Pros: New graphics engine is impressive. Interesting single player story. Multiplayer is better than Ghosts.

Cons: Exoskeleton isn't game changing. Multiplayer has balance problems. Nothing dramatically new in the series.

Pros: Distinctive art style. Randomly generated worlds. Varied gameplay aspects.

Cons: Cartoon violence is not suitable for younger players.

Pros: Striking monochrome visuals with crimson highlights. Tight twin-stick shooting mechanics. High tension and escalating difficulty. Unique oppressive atmosphere.

Cons: Extremely violent and polarizing premise. Repetitive gameplay loop. Minimal narrative depth. Limited long-term appeal.

Pros: Simple, colorful graphics. Randomly generated world. Has a wide range of activities available.

Cons: No save spots. Frustrating final boss. No story.

Pros: New single-player campaign. Fluid traversal and visceral combat. New titans and abilities to unlock. Highly destructible environments.

Cons: Ho-hum narrative.

Pros: Retains graphics quality similar to Fallout 3. Returns the Reputation System. Expanded crafting and companion systems. Well-crafted narrative.

Cons: Character designs lack expressions. Performance and optimization issues.

Pros: Gameplay that builds agonising suspense. Jump scares that will make you squeal. Chilling sound effects. Scary characters. Simple to play.

Cons: You have little control over the action.

Pros: Great looking. Manages to keep sniping interesting. Hard mode is genuinely challenging.

Cons: Unreliable enemy AI. Weak multiplayer.

Pros: You can use dual-wielding pistols and katanas. Has a fast-paced movement system.

Cons: Not out yet.

Pros: Off-kilter concept. Weird setting. Bizarre storyline.

Cons: Juvenile dated humour.

Pros: Fluid, skill-based combat. Tactical map design. Clean, stylish visuals.

Cons: Limited content at launch. No long-term progression. Shut down shortly after release.

Pros: Dual playstyles: human and beast. Intense combat and traversal mechanics. Gorgeous, diverse environments. 4-player co-op with shared progression.

Cons: Beast mode can sometimes reduce tension.