My Top 10 Games For 2013

G'day there folks!

Since it's been a while writing some reviews (And I'm still working on a lot of audio reviews) I decided to write down my top 10 games for 2013. This is my own personal list from my seven standard view points: gameplay, storyline, musical score, sound effects, voice acting, graphics and multiplayer, when the game allows it.
Let's get started!

Number 10: Tomb Raider
It's no secret that I've never been a fan of the series, that I downright disliked them. But the simple matter of fact is the remake for 2013 was sublime, capturing the necessary elements of both action and puzzle solving. While the storyline is interestingly enough (even with a terrible, but predictable for TR, ending), there are plenty of elements that will keep you for more, from the gameplay to the excellent multiplayer.

Number 9: Remember Me
This game lacked in many areas, having some moments downright silly, and the repetitiveness of the gameplay was a nightmare, but overall this game is definitely a game to check out. A storyline to melt your heart and shock your core, what really sets this game apart from my list is it's construction. Tapping into the memories of people to review and change the outcome is an excellent, but too few of moment, feature.
Even if that's not enough for you to purchase it, it's definitely easy for achievements and a fun game overall.

Number 8: Army Of Two: Devil's Cartel
I've been a fan of the series for quite some time now, and in recent years, it's shown that having a game in a modern day era of Mexico seems to be a massive mistake. However, Devil's Cartel will not disappoint. While the acting is less than average, the gameplay is fun, quick paced and definitely a fun ride. The storyline is one that will have some jaw dropping moments at times, even for newcomers, as always the Co-Op is where the genius of this game hides behind.

Number 7: GTA 5
Now you're probably thinking "WHY THE HELL IS THIS SO HIGH UP MOTHERF**KER?! I HATE YOU, YOUR REVIEWS ARE STUPID!", first off, calm down. Secondly, there is no doubt this game is a butt ton of fun, the storyline, acting and graphics are excellently done, but what truly kills this game for me is the Online mode. There is plenty to do, with so much at your disposal, but so much that Rockstar offered is still being in development, months after release.
The storyline is a masterpiece, but it's online mode drags it down a lot.

Number 6: Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag
Now this is coming from a man with an Assassin's Creed logo tattooed on his arm permanently for life, this new addition for AC, while fun, adventurous and exciting, it has steered from the path of the Assassin path. The game features new combat, searching a world of water for you to literally dive into but it lacks so much so. There are even times where the HD looks almost...way too overdone, or the ending, while satisfying for fans, end abruptly. For an award winning game, there is still so much to see in the AC universe and while the pirates life is for me, I hope for more roots next time around.
Again, don't get me wrong, I wrote an entire alternate novel off this game! It lacks, but it's truly worthy for hours of enjoyment.

Number 5: The Cave
While this game is an arcade title, I have wasted so much time on this simplistic platformer. Filled with humor, the puzzles and challenges inside the game are something unique, stretched out evenly over six main characters. The game also offers different stories and endings for the characters, turning a simple runthrough into a mad dash for finding out the truth in the heart of these characters.
This game forces the player to look upon their deeds, what they've done with their lives and reflect as the Cave does. Massive props to Double Fine for making such a stellar game.

Number 4: Bioshock Infinite
Filled with controversy, confusion and down right bufuddling the world with it's ending, Bioshock Infinite has a love/hate relationship with the world, some praising it for ingenuity while others striking out in anger. Regardless, Bioshock Infinite follows on as a prequel to the popular series and despite being high in the sky, the game's content cannot be darker. With Troy Baker as the protagonist, the voice acting is superb, even much so to convince a voice actress to not leave the business. If you're after action, a meaningful story or a game to leave you with a bitter taste in your mouth and a confused brain, this is definitely a must by for you.

Number 3: Payday 2
Payday 2 has been called simplistic, egotistic, buggish, idiotic and so many things, each with a little bit of truth. Regardless of all of this, the game offers a lot more than that. With plenty of missions to earn your cash, the storyline is mostly set in one word: money. What really holds this game together is the customisation and development of the gameplay. By yourself, with friends or strangers, there's so much more than meets the eye. The graphics, while simplistic, are overshadowed by the terrific gameplay. The same mission can be tackled multiple ways, making each experience with different crews so much more interesting. This game earnt two purchases off this gamer.

Number 2: Call Of Juarez - Gunslinger
This game has been mostly overlooked by the gaming community and so far, under appreciated. After it's failed modern day adaption, the developers went back to it's cowboy roots and for a simple Arcade game, it offers so much. A storyline that will leave you speechless, voice acting and brilliant naration, fun challenges, this game has plenty to satisfy any gamer. By far I would highly suggest you to play this game.If I say any more, it would be too revealing for you to experience.

Number 1: Metro Last Light
There is no hiding that I've been a fan since the original game. I have the books, I have the collectibles, but Metro Last Light is a well deserved game that gives it's all for so little gain in the community. Gameplay is the same style of the previous title but with new elements and enemies to face, many gamers will lose themselves in the storyline as the Metro digs you deeper into the lore. Voice acting is more or less the same as the previous title and young teens will enjoy "Venice" very much so for the subjugation of women in a broken world. In a world of it's own, Artyom still battles his own consciousness as well as his guilt in what he has done, with the endings to Metro Last Light completely in the hands at how you play. Graphics, sound effects, so much of this game was close to perfection yet overlooked. This is my utter recommendation for 2013.

Okay! It's 2am, I'm heading to bed! Do you have any other suggestions or changes? Let me know!
And as always, have fun and game on!