10 Best Games 2022: A Glance Back in Time

2022 saw many beloved new game releases and the continuation of many collective favorites, too. However, which of these will stand the test of time? Read about the top 10 games of 2022 below and make up your mind.

2022 has been gone for a while. We've moved on to newer trends and realities by now, and rightly so. And if you love gaming as a way to break away and unwind, you've probably found a few new picks to stay hooked onto.

However, there's nothing wrong with taking a look back at the not-so-distant past, at the games that introduced us to many fresh experiences and may have become evergreen.

Read our list of top 10 games from 2022 below and glance back before diving back into the latest big game that's caught your attention.

10. Cult of the Lamb

Characters from “Cult of the Lamb. | Image: youtube.com/Devolverdigital

The player takes on the avatar of a resurrected lamb that has to lead and help a cult survive. The player's level of power in the game is a test and testimony to their possible ethics.

While all this is happening, the sheep is intent on avenging his death by going after its murderers.

Cult of the Lamb has an average playtime of over 20 hours and its positive reviews add up close to 94%.

9. Rollerdrome

Many have compared this game to a Tony Hawks game but with an extra dose of blood and violence.

Kara Hassan, the main character, finds herself in a police state where. In a plot akin to "Hunger Games" plus skaters, she is thrown into a bloody reality show.

Hassan is put into an arena where she needs to shoot and avoid "House Players." House Players include but are not limited to "Grunts," who try hitting you with a bat, and riot guards who use landmines, shock waves, and strong shields.

The game can be played in 9 languages and has over 94% positive reviews.

8. Norco

Characters from “Norco.” | Image: youtube.com/xbox

Norco is a game with commentary on late-stage capitalism. This commentary is through the eyes of a protagonist. She battles with reality and the decisions she should make in light of her hometown's state of being overtaken by the oil industry.

Norco continues to win more fans, as the game's gross revenue crosses 450k and garners over 93% positive reviews.

7. Tunic

A puzzle of a game, Tunic doesn't give a lot away, leaving a lot of figuring out to do throughout an adventure in a world that is a mystery itself.

This game is available on PC, PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and Mac.

Tunic can be played in 26 languages and has over 93% favorable reviews.

6. Vampire Survivors

An image from “Vampire Survivors.” | Image: youtube.com/xbox

Vampire Survivors is great because it breaks away from all the challenging games and provides fun without any added expectations.

This survival game has one objective: finding and collecting gold in the plenty.

The positive reviews of this game beat most others — having crossed over 98%.

5. The Case of the Golden Idol

This PC game is set in the 18th century. It is geared toward those who love a good mystery.

The game allows you or your detective avatar to solve 12 murder mystery murders that are somehow interlinked.

4. Citizen Sleeper

The character Sabine from “Citizen Sleeper” | Image: youtube.com/NintendoAmerica

In this RPG's cyberpunk world, the player finds themselves stuck in an artificial body.

This robotic body does not belong to the player but rather EssenArp. EssenArp is a corporation keeping these "robots," or what are referred to as "Sleepers," in a state of servitude. However, the player's avatar has other plans in mind.

There's a lot to love about this game, and the 94% of positive reviews are a testament to that.

3. Marvel Snap

This collectible digital card game has everyone on a dopamine rush. The free, fast, and competitive game has distinct matches that create a new experience with each round and keep individuals hooked to their devices.

This addictive game boasts of an average playtime of 79.5 hours.

2. God of War Ragnarök

This mythology-based narrative is filled with numerous memorable characters and storytelling.

The growth of the relationship between Kratos and adolescent Atreus is particularly captivating as the plot plunges the player into this enchanting Norse universe.

The game is available on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. It created history in 2022 by becoming the quickest-selling first-party game among all PS games.

1. Elden Ring

The main character “The Tarnished” from “Elden Ring.” | Image: youtube.com/Playstation

This game taking up the number one spot is no surprise to anyone.

"Elden Ring" is a masterpiece of co-creation between Miyazaki's Soulsborne and George R.R. Martin. While both worked on the overall formation, the plot lends itself explicitly to Soulsborne's somewhat mysterious storytelling approach.

Find your way through this fantastical world while overcoming challenges and facing many unexpected occurrences.

The game is available on Xbox, Playstation 4/5, and PC.

While 2022 brought excellent old and new games, 2023 has some exciting new releases listed, too, including 'Atomic Heart,' 'Crime Boss: Rockay City' and 'Redfall' among many others.