It seems that each year is more exciting than the last for the video game industry, and 2017 promises to be no exception. Here is a list of the best games 2017 has to offer on the most popular platforms.
1. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Platform: Nintendo Switch / Wii U
Release Date: March 3, 2017
Zelda has been a staple franchise of the Nintendo game universe for decades, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild promises to be a core part of that universe. Though it will be the 19th installment, it looks like it will be one of the most remarkable. Read more.
2. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: April 28, 2017
- Hit the road with the definitive version of Mario Kart 8 and play anytime, anywhere! Race your friends or battle them in a revised battle mode on new and returning battle courses.
- Play locally in up to 4-player multiplayer in 1080p while playing in TV Mode. Every track from the Wii U version, including DLC, makes a glorious return.
- Plus, the Inklings appear as all-new guest characters, along with returning favorites, such as King Boo, Dry Bones, and Bowser Jr.!
3. Super Bomberman R
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: March 3, 2017
- 3D stages with dynamic environments
- Bomberman’s siblings and well-known enemies are back with rich personality
- Battle mode for maximum of 8 players local connection battles and online battles
- Enriched story with all-star voice actors
4. Injustice 2
Platform: PS4 / Xbox One
Release Date: May 16, 2017
6. Tekken 7
Platform: PS4 / Xbox One
Release Date: June 2, 2017
5. 1-2 Switch
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: March 3, 2017
- Throw an impromptu party anywhere with anyone thanks to a new play style in which players look at each other-not the screen!
- Bring the action and fun into the real world as you face off in wild-west duels, cow-milking competitions, a copycat dance-off.
- While the action unfolds off- screen, the audience watches the players themselves instead of the screen. That makes it as hilarious to watch as it is to play – an instant party amplifier!
6. Horizon: Zero Dawn
Platform: PS4
Release Date: February 28, 2017
Pre-order Bonus: Pre-order Horizon Zero Dawn from Amazon and get the Nora Machine-Trapper Pack! This resource pack includes weapon and armor modifications as well as crafting resources so you are stocked to face any Machine threat.
7. Nioh
Platform: PS4
Release Date: February 7, 2017
Pre-order Bonus: Pre-order Nioh from Amazon to receive Bloody Grave Dynamic Theme Instant Reward and Nioh Armor to wear in-game, inspired by the ancient Nioh statues that stand guard at temples across Japan.
8. Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX
Platform: PS4
Release Date: March 28, 2017
Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX is a combination of six of the series’ most highly regarded titles in one HD mix for the first time in PS4. That’s six games and more than 150 hours of gameplay on one disc for only $49.99 (and 20% off for Amazon Prime members when you pre-order).
9. Mass Effect Andromeda
Platform: PS4
Release Date: March 21, 2017
10. The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: March 21, 2017
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