9. Guild Wars 2
Developer: Arenanet

MMORPG

Player versus Zhaitan, the undead Elder Dragon

Fantasy Adventure

 

Next up, sieging the guilds

Guild Wars 2 is the sequel to the popular MMORPG with no subscription fee.  It takes place long after the world you knew of in Guild Wars, but that doesn’t mean this world is no less exciting for you. In fact, there are a lot of cool new features.

We’ll start off with you no longer need to be just a human. You have options to five races and eight classes. Another great aspect of the game is that you and every other player in this world will affect the progression in the world.

So go out and play Guild Wars 2. I have had friends say that it’s as good, if not better, than some of the bigger MMO games out there, and this game is free. What do you have to lose?

On the road again.

Guild Wars 2

 

8. Hearthstone

Developer: Blizzard

Collectible Card Game

Fantasy Card-Based Game

 

 

Come one, come all, to play some card games.

Storytime reader. Once upon a time, Blizzard made a trading card game and it was alright. But then they seemed to make an online card game, and thus we have Hearthstone.

So there are eight classes to choose from, each one focusing around a specific playstyle.  Each class has a specific power that can be activated for 2 power, which your limit increased by one with each turn. There have been two expansion packs so far, and loads of cards and play strategies to choose from.

So if you enjoy a little casual card playing, download Hearthstone today; because it’s free to play and you can alright without having to pay anything. 

So two Druids walk into a tavern.

Hearthstone

 

7. Path of Exile

Developer: Grinding Gear

Action role-playing

Fantasy Adventure

 

 

This path seems to lead to fantastic gameplay

Path of Exile is a game for all you hoarders out there, because doing well in the game centers all around on your items.  Anything from the objects in your inventory to the skills you take as you level up will all be considered “items”.

The skill tree is also interesting. Every class in Path of Exile has the same skill tree, but they all start in different corners of it. That means you will eventually be able to multi-class when you’re in the higher levels. So much for having to pick only one class and sticking to it.

If anything, Path of Exile is worth a shot based on their interesting mechanics with items and skills.  And when you get your friends to play with you, you can all be competitive little hoarders together. 

Looks like someone lost their head and murdered everyone.

Path of Exile

 

6. Final Fantasy 14 Heavensward

Developer: Square Enix

Massively Multiplayer Online

Fantasy Adventure

 

 

The story continues.

If you’re a Final Fantasy fan, then I imagine you have been excited for this game. The expansion to FF XIV will expand the world of Eorzea, Coerthas Central Highlands and the Sea of Clouds. It also offers new races and classes.

There is so much new stuff that I possibly couldn’t fit it all into this game. New worlds means new creatures, and possibly new modes of transportation. There is an increased level cap to 60, and several new dungeons for you to engage in along the way to that new level.

If you’re a fan of the game, you probably are already on your way to playing this game. Seeing all the new stuff that the game contains will be quite exciting. 

No one shall be spared or overlooked.

Square Enix

 

5. Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare

Developer: Sledgehammer

First-person shooter

Future Shooter

 

 

Time to advance this war one step further.

Stepping into a brand new storyline, players will be working for a paramilitary organization that will work to save the world and answers to no one.  But of course, that means the head can do whatever he wants, which may be bad in most cases. This is an exception though because the head of this organization is voiced by Kevin Spacey.

The campaign is loads of un, but it’s not the only new aspect in this game. In the multiplayer, you will be fitted with an exo-suit that will allow you to soar across the battlefield.  Now you’ll be flying like an eagle and shooting like a badass action hero in every match.

The Zombie game mode that Call of Duty players are used to are also got an upgrade, yet another fact that makes Advanced Warfare loads of fun. Just seeing how much the exo-suit changes how you play the game is reason enough to play this game. 

War is a full-contact sport.

Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare

 

4. World of Warcraft (WoW)

Developer: Blizzard

Online role-playing game

Fantasy Adventure

 

 

Here's what's new in the world.

Possibly one of the most famous online games ever, World of Warcraft has created a living, breathing world that millions of players inhabit every day.  Based on the lore first introduced in the WarCraft games, WoW brings tons of content of players, already putting out five games in the series already.

Everyone will start out as choosing a race, picking between the righteous Alliance and the more confederate Horde, and finishing by selecting from a dozen or so classes. After that, the world is pretty much open to do as you wish. Level up, get cool armor, pick up a trait, raid dungeons, take on the opposing faction, participate in holiday events or just dance.

World of Warcraft is free for everyone up until you hit level 20. That means there is no reason to get on and see what millions of others are already experiencing. After that, you can decide whether you want to pay $15 a month or not.

Who's in the box?

World of WarCraft

 

3. Counter-Strike: GO

Developer: Valve

First-person shooter

Modern Combat Shooter

 

 

All that, AND cross-platform play?!

Fans of the original Counter-Strike will have already bene playing this latest game in the series. The fast-paced, five versus five, gameplay has only gotten better with new characters, weapons and updated game modes. What has already bene good has gotten better.

For those unfamiliar to the series, and if so shame on you, players will play as either a terrorist or counter-terrorist and take part of a number of game modes (Team Deathmatch, Elimination, Hostages or Bomb planting).  At the beginning of the match, every player will either have to pick out their weapons and equipment or will be choosing from an established load out.  You’ll get more money your opponent and completing the objective, which are what you would expect a terrorist or counter-terrorist to have to do.

Do you like fast-paced games that have you saving lives or ruining them? Do you do well at Call of Duty and have an itchy trigger-finger. Then perhaps you need to be playing Counter-Strike: GO if you aren’t already.

I don't think this is a good direction to go towards.

Counter-Strike: GO

 

2. Heroes of The Storm

Developer: Blizzard

Multiplayer online battle arena

Arena Brawler

 

 

The crossover universe just keeps getting bigger.

Heroes of The Storm is the new MOBA put out by Blizzard. It features characters from across all of Blizzard’s games, including Diablo, Starcraft, and Warcraft.  All the maps will be based on places in those game universes, so this sounds like a beautiful crossover of memorable characters from a great company.

Like any MOBA, HOTS has multiple roles that every player will be able to play. If you’re a veteran of MOBA games, then you should be able to do great in this game once you have your champion of choice figured out.  Each map will also have side-quests that players can do to give them an upper hand against the enemy, so nothing new to make Heroes of The Storm stand out from others in its genre.

If you are a fan of any of Blizzard’s games, then you should look into giving this game a shot. Even if it’s not the type of game you normally will play, who wouldn’t want to watch some of your favorite Blizzard characters fighting each other? 

Peek-a-boo!!

Heroes Of The Storm

 

1.DOTA 2

Developer: Valve

Multiplayer online battle arena

Arena Brawler

 

 

Big plays are being made.

DOTA 2 is perhaps the most popular MOBA game out today. Hosting thousands of tournaments, where participants can earn cash prizes, and also laying the groundwork for other games like it can build upon. It’s been five years since this game has been out, but it is still going strong.

For those unfamiliar with the game, DOTA 2 has you selecting from a large selection of champions, all who fit somewhere within five roles needed to succeed in the game, and work with four other characters to destroy the enemy nexus. Standing between you and that goal are waves of minions, defensive towers and five other human-controlled champions. You’ll need to use your champion’s skills, teamwork, and items that boost your champion’s effectiveness that are purchased from the shop at your starting point.

What makes DOTA 2 worth playing after all this time is that there is so much popularity around the game. Assemble a team and work well together and there could be a cash prize in it for you.  The game promotes teamwork and a lot of tactical thinking, so you can really become a great gamer through playing this. 

If it's too quiet, that's a bad sign.

DOTA 2