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Top 20 Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s

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Nazarii Verbitskiy Nazarii Verbitskiy
Gaming - August 19th 2024, 10:45 GMT+2
Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s Rocket League

20. Rocket League

Rocket League combined beloved sports and vehicle games in one blend. It also has demonstrated the importance of cross-platform play, uniting players from PC and consoles. | © Psyonix

Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s World of Tanks

19. World of Tanks

World of Tanks has brought free-to-play tank warfare to a broad audience, blending historical accuracy with engaging, tactical gameplay. Wargaming also was one of the first to establish the concept of "game as service", regularly adding new relevant content to the game. | © Wargaming

Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s Destiny

18. Destiny

Destiny is a good pioneer that combined elements of first-person shooters with MMORPG-style features like character progression, online world, and cooperative gameplay. It also set a new standard for the integration of storytelling in shooters. | © Bungie

Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s Stardew Valley

17. Stardew Valley

As an indie game developed almost entirely by one person, Stardew Valley has revolutionized the farming simulation genre. It combined agriculture, exploration, and social interaction in a charming pixel world. | © ConcernedApe

Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s FIFA 12

16. FIFA 12

FIFA 12 has introduced Player Impact Engine, redefining football simulator games for years ahead. It significantly enhanced player physics and collisions, making the sport simulator feel more realistic and immersive. | © EA Sports

Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s Hearthstone

15. Hearthstone

Hearthstone brought collectable card games from real-life boards to the virtual world. It significantly simplified the mechanics of classic board games while maintaining strategic depth that appeals to both casual and competitive players. | © Blizzard Entertainment

Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s Pokémon GO

14. Pokémon GO

Using augmented reality technology, Pokémon GO helped millions of gamers worldwide to make new friends, strengthen bonds between family, and increase social interaction. | © Niantic

Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s Batman Arkham City

13. Batman: Arkham City

Bringing iconic comic characters to the gaming world, Batman: Arkham City has defined the superhero action genre. It also had fluid combat, an immersive world, and an engaging story. | © Rocksteady Studios

League of Legends

12. League of Legends

League of Legends has popularized a free-to-play model based on in-game purchases and cosmetics, which now has become a standard business model in the industry. | © Riot Games

Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s Overwatch

11. Overwatch

Despite differences in gameplay, think of Overwatch as of predecessor of Valorant and similar games. It was the first to combine team-based shooting, vibrant characters, and fast-paced action. | © Blizzard Entertainment

Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt

10. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

Playing The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt feels like watching a movie with stunning visuals, well-developed characters, and a clever dialogue system. It also has different possible outcomes that give Witcher endless playability. | © CD Projekt

Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild

9. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

Breath of the Wild is an absolutely gorgeous game that revitalized the Zelda franchise and open-world gaming experience overall. It has beautiful music, interesting puzzles, and great characters. | © Nintendo

Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s The Elder Scrolls V Skyrim

8. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

Releasing The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, Bethesda Game Studios has shown the world what the freedom of choice in gaming stands for. Skyrim has set a new level of standards for RPG experiences. | © Bethesda Game Studios

Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s Red Dead Redemption 2

7. Red Dead Redemption 2

Red Dead Redemption 2 is the best video game in a rich Western setting with giant landscapes and an incredible amount of attention to detail. | © Rockstar Games

Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s Fortnite

6. Fortnite

Like PUBG, Fortnite is one of the pioneers in the battle royale genre. Epic Games managed to build a successful free-to-play model with good colors, nice shooting mechanics, and endless collaborations with celebrities. | © Epic Games

Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s The Last of Us

5. The Last of Us

The Last of Us has brought a new level of attracting and engaging players throughout the game. It has elevated storytelling and brought a powerful narrative with deep character development. | © Naughty Dog

Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s Grand Theft Auto V

4. Grand Theft Auto V

Grand Theft Auto V set new standards for open-world games, combining the massive open-world, unbridled criminal action, and immersive story with funny humorous content. It also had a groundbreaking online multiplayer. | © Rockstar Games

Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s Player Unknowns Battlegrounds

3. PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds

PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds laid the ground for the battle royale genre, popularizing the core concept and mechanics of the genre. It also had everything you could expect from a realistic shooter. | © Krafton

Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s Dark Souls

2. Dark Souls

Dark Souls has popularized the Soulsborne genre and redefined modern action RPGs. It also significantly changed the perspective of difficulty level in video games, emphasizing challenging yet rewarding gameplay. | © Bandai Namco

Most Influential Video Games of the 2010s Minecraft

1. Minecraft

Being the best-selling game of all time, Minecraft has revolutionized open-world sandbox gameplay, allowing players to construct virtually anything they imagine, from simple structures to cities and complex machines. | © Mojang Studios

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