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Best of 2011

by jeanluc

Here's my list for my top 10 games of 2011.

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Saints Row: The Third

1. Saints Row: The Third

One of the most video game video game ever made, Saints Row: The third is all about the fun and the crazy.

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

2. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

The full realization of everything an Elder Scrolls can and should be, Skyrim is one of the best open world games ever made.

Portal 2

3. Portal 2

With its perfect pacing, hilarious dialogue, and challenging puzzles, Portal 2 is almost as perfect as you can get. One of Valve's finest without question.

Bastion

4. Bastion

One of the best Xbox Live Arcade games I've ever played. The story, art, music, and gameplay all work perfectly to create a master piece.

Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception

5. Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception

It still provides those thrill a minute moments that were so ground breaking the 2 game, but this time it feels more of the same. Still saying its simply more Uncharted 2 isn’t a bad thing and with an improved multiplayer and co-op features, Uncharted 3 is a still one the best games this year.

L.A. Noire

6. L.A. Noire

Oh man was this game just an absolution joy to play from beginning to end. I played though the entire game in black and white.

Dead Space 2

7. Dead Space 2

I fantastic thrill ride. Dead Space 2 succeeded in improving what the first Dead Space had in every way.

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword

8. The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword

Mortal Kombat

9. Mortal Kombat

This game made me a fan of fighting games, or a least Mortal Kombat. It was simple enough for me as a beginner and has just enough depth to keep me playing for a long time.

Batman: Arkham City

10. Batman: Arkham City

A great continuation of the mechanics of Arkham Asylum.