25 Most Underrated Video Games of All Time
Not every great game gets the spotlight it deserves. Some titles were overshadowed by bigger releases, while others never quite broke into the mainstream despite offering incredible gameplay. Here’s a look at 25 of the most underrated video games of all time—games that deserve a second chance in the spotlight.
1. Sleeping Dogs (2012)
An open-world action-adventure set in Hong Kong with martial arts combat, gripping storylines, and undercover police drama.
2. Mad Max (2015)
A post-apocalyptic wasteland adventure blending car battles and gritty melee combat.
3. Batman: Arkham Origins (2013)
Often overlooked in the Arkham series, this prequel delivers Batman’s iconic combat and detective work.
4. Sunset Overdrive (2014)
Colorful, fast-paced chaos in a mutant-infested city with over-the-top weapons and parkour.
5. Titanfall 2 (2016)
A perfect mix of fast FPS action and mech warfare, paired with one of the best single-player shooter campaigns ever.
6. Guardians of the Galaxy (2021)
A surprisingly heartfelt team-based action-adventure where you lead the Guardians through space chaos.
7. Prey (2017)
A sci-fi horror FPS set on a space station with shapeshifting aliens and immersive storytelling.
8. Days Gone (2019)
A gripping open-world survival game featuring hordes of zombies and an emotional story.
9. Spec Ops: The Line (2012)
A third-person shooter with dark storytelling and moral choices set in a ruined Dubai.
10. Singularity (2010)
A time-bending FPS mixing classic shooting with unique manipulation powers.
11. Mirror’s Edge (2008)
A stylish first-person parkour adventure across a futuristic cityscape.
12. Deus Ex: Mankind Divided (2016)
A cyberpunk RPG that blends stealth, combat, and deep role-playing systems.
13. Prince of Persia: Warrior Within (2004)
Dark and challenging platforming mixed with fluid sword combat.
14. Quantum Break (2016)
A cinematic shooter with time-manipulation mechanics and a TV show tie-in.
15. Nex Machina (2017)
An addictive twin-stick shooter with arcade-style chaos from the creators of Resogun.
16. Jade Empire (2005)
A martial arts RPG inspired by ancient China with branching storylines.
17. Astral Chain (2019)
PlatinumGames’ stylish action hit where you control both a character and their chained Legion.
18. The Evil Within (2014)
A survival horror from the creator of Resident Evil, full of grotesque monsters and tension.
19. The Saboteur (2009)
An open-world Paris under Nazi occupation, where stealth and sabotage take center stage.
20. Absolver (2017)
A martial arts brawler with a deep, customizable fighting system.
21. Immortals Fenyx Rising (2020)
A mythological open-world adventure mixing puzzles, combat, and humor.
22. Mercenaries 2: World in Flames (2008)
A chaotic open-world shooter full of destruction, vehicles, and mercenary mayhem.
23. The Surge (2017)
A sci-fi action RPG with brutal, tactical combat and robotic foes.
24. Vanquish (2010)
A high-speed shooter with bullet-time sliding action that feels way ahead of its time.
25. Returnal (2021)
A challenging roguelike third-person shooter with stunning visuals and addictive gameplay loops.
Final Thoughts
These games may not have gotten the recognition they deserved at launch, but each one left a lasting mark on players who discovered them. If you missed any of these underrated gems, now’s the perfect time to give them a try.
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