God of War Ragnarok to Marvel's Midnight Suns: A look at the top video games released in 2022

Rahul VermaDec 16, 2022, 17:38 IST

Business Insider India

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2022 saw multiple popular video games releases, including the latest installment of the Call of Duty series.
Some of the biggest releases in 2022 that were a hit with both, players and critics, were God of War Ragnarok, Horizon Forbidden West, and Elden Ring.

As the video game industry continues to grow, 2022 witnessed some of the biggest releases, from God of War Ragnarok to the Horizon Forbidden West. It was also a good year for PlayStation owners, as several new titles released this year. Similarly, we also saw the release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II, the latest installment in the popular video game series, Call of Duty.

With the holiday season around the corner, Business Insider India brings you the list of the best video games of 2022. Our list includes titles from multiple genres and platforms, offering something for everyone.

God of War Ragnarok

If you own a PS5 then God of War Ragnarok is a must have. This game has set new standards for action games. The game was supposed to release back in 2021, but due to development delays, it finally released in November 2022. So far, the game has received positive responses from both gamers and critics.

Horizon Forbidden West

This is an action role-playing game released by Sony Interactive Entertainment. It is a sequel to 2017’s Horizon Zero Dawn. The game is set in a post-apocalyptic world, where players can explore the open world and complete the quest against combative machines.

Currently, the game is only available on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.

Elden Ring

The Elden Ring has sold nearly 18 million copies since its launch in February, becoming the fastest-selling game for the publisher Bandai Namco Entertainment. It is an action role-playing game in which players control a character on a journey to repair the Elden Ring and become the new lord of the ring.

You can play this game on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

Gran Turismo 7

It is a racing simulation video game developed by Polyphony Digital and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. The game has received positive reviews from critics and gamers for its graphics and gameplay. Available only for PS4 and PS5, it’s the first multi-console installment in the series.

Bayonetta 3

Bayonetta 3 is one of the most loved action-adventure games. The game follows an angel-hunting witch who must face man-made bioweapons that could destroy the multiverse. The game is exclusively available on Nintendo Switch.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II

The COD is available on PC, Xbox, and Sony PS and it has everything that you expect from the COD franchise - be it realistic weapons or military tactics. The game offers single-player mode along with multiplayer mode.

The Callisto Protocol

It is a survival horror action game developed by Striking Distance Studios and published by Krafton. The game follows the story of Jacob who is sent to a prison facility to fight against infected prisoners.

The game is released on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S

Marvel's Midnight Suns

Marvel's Midnight Suns is a tactical role-playing game developed by Firaxis Games in collaboration with Marvel Games. The game was released on December 2 for Windows, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.

Stray

The Stray is a third-person adventure game which follows the story of a cat who falls into a city populated by mutant bacteria, robots, and machines. Throughout the game, the player must evade obstacles and survive. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Windows.

A Plague Tale: Requiem

It is a horror-action survival game that follows the story of American siblings searching for a cure for a blood disease. The game is available on Windows, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.

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