
Top 15 games for fans of espionage and spying

15. Black Ops Cold War
Black Ops Cold War offers a unique experience of playing as a part of an elite team tracking a Soviet spy. The single-player campaign perfectly blends action and espionage, and multiplayer modes deliver a fast-paced combat experience. | © Raven Software

14. Assassin's Creed: Syndicate
Syndicate is one of the best modern Assassin's Creed games, with stunning graphics and easy to follow storyline that never gets boring. The combat is fluid and fun, so it's satisfying to successfully pull off a win against enemies much stronger than you. | © Ubisoft

13. Invisible, Inc.
Invisible, Inc. feels satisfying, surprising, and colorful in the espionage and spying genre. It does feel quite short, but it has a lot of replay value, which makes it a surprisingly relaxing experience. | © Klei Entertainment

12. Sniper Elite 5
Sniper Elite 5 is one of the most satisfying games in the series when it comes to spying and ghost playthroughs. The game significantly improved mechanics compared to its predecessors, and it has much wider gun customization that adds a lot of variety. | © Rebellion Developments

11. Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Conviction
Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Conviction offers a unique approach to more aggressive, faster espionage. It made perfect use of its stripped-back approach with its minimalism to make it perfectly fit fast-paced gameplay. | © Ubisoft

10. Cyberpunk 2077
Cyberpunk 2077 has undergone a remarkable transformation from one of the most bugged video games into a top-tier open-world RPG. Night City is one of the most detailed, vibrant, and atmospheric game cities ever created, with its distinct districts, gangs, and political intrigue. | © CD Projekt

9. Shadow Tactics: Blades Of The Shogun
Shadow Tactics: Blades Of The Shogun is set in Edo-era Japan and offers challenging espionage and spying missions. The puzzle-like level design is exceptional, and the game's rich mechanics complement the surprisingly emotional story. | © Mimimi Games

8. Commandos 2: Men Of Courage
Commandos 2: Men Of Courage used to be talked about as one of the best game experiences in stealth and tactics genres. The graphics still hold up but expect that the remaster has bugs and is censored. | © Pyro Studios

7. Hitman 2: Silent Assassin
Hitman 2: Silent Assassin is a noteworthy experience, but expect it to be much more difficult compared to other games in the series. Despite its unpredictability, the game has the satisfaction of mastering the game's mechanics. | © IO Interactive

6. Deathloop
Deathloop provides an exciting experience for those who appreciate its unique style and are not looking for a traditional FPS. It features a blend of fast-paced combat, compelling storytelling, and offbeat humor. | © Arkane Studios

5. Deus Ex: Human Revolution
Deus Ex: Human Revolution is one of the best experiences of espionage and spying that offer multiple paths through every single mission. Between missions, choices and tactics can lead to intense verbal showdowns. | © Eidos Montreal

4. Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons Of Liberty
It's really clear why Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons Of Liberty is considered one of the best game experiences of its time. Much like The Last of Us, narratives are wild, cutscenes are long, and the story never feels like a chore to engage with. | © Konami

3. Dishonored
Dishonored is the unique combination of a creative setting, distinct art style, and massive detailed levels. With a rich narrative and emphasis on stealth, the game offers a captivating experience for tactical spying. | © Arkane Studios

2. Hitman 3
Hitman 3 has one of the most entertaining levels with the very best espionage episodes in the entire franchise. As Agent 47, you will navigate levels and manipulate environments to complete missions. | © IO Interactive

1. Metal Gear Solid V The Phantom Pain
The Phantom Pain is pretty much the peak in terms of Metal Gear-style gameplay. It has a good story and a vast open world with tons of opportunities for espionage; the amount of options available to you for any given task is unbelievable. | © Konami
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