The world of gaming has something for everyone to enjoy. Be it a hardcore shooter, an arcade fighter, sports, retro titles or even a simulator for pretty much anything you can think of! However, not all games possess a story line that is actually really powerful. There are games that focus too much on the multiplayer aspect and don't pay much attention to their single player campaign which in turn results in a game with a not well thought out story line. Here are five of the top story driven titles I have played till date.
1. Bioshock Infinite (PC, Xbox 360, PS3)- The entire Bioshock franchise as a whole is a game series worth diving into but it's third and possibly final title 'Bioshock Infinite' is definitely a game worth playing. To start of, the game looks beautiful. The game is set in a 1912 Colombia that floats atop the clouds. It's vivid, active and surprisingly realistic! The gameplay is smooth and very enjoyable with a decent arsenal of weapons and powers. The voice acting is mind blowing and the story gets you attached to the characters in a way not many other games do. The plot twist in the end is one no one will ever see coming and will just leave you in awe for hours even after you're done with the game.
2. The Last of Us (PS3, PS4)- Although this title is a Playstation exclusive, it more than deserves some recognition as easily one of the greatest if not the greatest storyline of all time. It's takes you on an emotional roller coaster from the very first 10 minutes of the game that gets you hooked to the game and all of it's characters. The story is set in a post apocalyptic world where most humans are now infected and only a handful of survivors remain. The voice acting again is brilliant and the connection between the characters is strong and is shown really well. The game looks beautiful on the PS3 and it's remastered version for the PS4 is even better! Definitely a must buy if you own a Playstation console.
3. To The Moon (PC)- If you want a game that has not just a brilliant but emotional story as well, To The Moon is the way to go. It runs on 8-bit graphics intentionally to give it the retro feel and hence is playable on any PC, no matter the specs. The storyline is deep and may seem a little complicated at first but it all plays out beautifully and you'll know exactly what's happening a little through the game. The soundtracks in the game are amazing and really adds to the story. The script writing is spot on too. There is humor and certain puzzle elements involved too which makes the story enjoyable to most.
4. The Wolf Among Us (PC, PS3, Xbox 360, Android, Apple)- The Wolf Among Us is one of the many marvelous creations of TellTale Games. The story line is gripping and completely depends on the decisions you make. It isn't often that two people will play the story the same way or have the same conclusion. It's based around multiple fairy tale characters including the big bad wolf, the beauty and the beast, snow white, etc. all set in a realistic and dark setting. Your decisions matter more than anything else. The voice acting is brilliant and the animated look that TellTale productions always goes for does not let you down.
5. Thomas Was Alone (PC, PS3, PS Vita, Xbox 360, Android, Apple)- Thomas Was Alone is a game like no other. An Indie puzzle platformer with a campaign to be considered as a AAA title without a fraction of a doubt. You play as blocks of multiple shapes and with different abilities each. The farther you progress in the game, the more blocks you discover and merge with others. Although a puzzle platformer, the story is narrated flawlessly and it gives the game a reason. The levels are innovative and the gameplay is smooth and crisp. Perfect for people of all ages.
1. Bioshock Infinite (PC, Xbox 360, PS3)- The entire Bioshock franchise as a whole is a game series worth diving into but it's third and possibly final title 'Bioshock Infinite' is definitely a game worth playing. To start of, the game looks beautiful. The game is set in a 1912 Colombia that floats atop the clouds. It's vivid, active and surprisingly realistic! The gameplay is smooth and very enjoyable with a decent arsenal of weapons and powers. The voice acting is mind blowing and the story gets you attached to the characters in a way not many other games do. The plot twist in the end is one no one will ever see coming and will just leave you in awe for hours even after you're done with the game.
2. The Last of Us (PS3, PS4)- Although this title is a Playstation exclusive, it more than deserves some recognition as easily one of the greatest if not the greatest storyline of all time. It's takes you on an emotional roller coaster from the very first 10 minutes of the game that gets you hooked to the game and all of it's characters. The story is set in a post apocalyptic world where most humans are now infected and only a handful of survivors remain. The voice acting again is brilliant and the connection between the characters is strong and is shown really well. The game looks beautiful on the PS3 and it's remastered version for the PS4 is even better! Definitely a must buy if you own a Playstation console.
3. To The Moon (PC)- If you want a game that has not just a brilliant but emotional story as well, To The Moon is the way to go. It runs on 8-bit graphics intentionally to give it the retro feel and hence is playable on any PC, no matter the specs. The storyline is deep and may seem a little complicated at first but it all plays out beautifully and you'll know exactly what's happening a little through the game. The soundtracks in the game are amazing and really adds to the story. The script writing is spot on too. There is humor and certain puzzle elements involved too which makes the story enjoyable to most.
4. The Wolf Among Us (PC, PS3, Xbox 360, Android, Apple)- The Wolf Among Us is one of the many marvelous creations of TellTale Games. The story line is gripping and completely depends on the decisions you make. It isn't often that two people will play the story the same way or have the same conclusion. It's based around multiple fairy tale characters including the big bad wolf, the beauty and the beast, snow white, etc. all set in a realistic and dark setting. Your decisions matter more than anything else. The voice acting is brilliant and the animated look that TellTale productions always goes for does not let you down.
5. Thomas Was Alone (PC, PS3, PS Vita, Xbox 360, Android, Apple)- Thomas Was Alone is a game like no other. An Indie puzzle platformer with a campaign to be considered as a AAA title without a fraction of a doubt. You play as blocks of multiple shapes and with different abilities each. The farther you progress in the game, the more blocks you discover and merge with others. Although a puzzle platformer, the story is narrated flawlessly and it gives the game a reason. The levels are innovative and the gameplay is smooth and crisp. Perfect for people of all ages.
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