Developer: CD Projekt Red |
Release date: TBA 2014 |
Genre: Open World Action RPG |
Platform(s): PS4, Xbox One, PC
TOTAL:
629 points
What GAF said:
This looks like a more content and more polished successor to Witcher 2. I like the ambience and atmosphere CDProjekt achieved with Witcher 2 and I hope they repeat the same level of worldbuilding with this game.
The Witcher series is beautiful. I wish more games would make use of slavic mythology/fantasy. The first game had such an amazing feel to it. I liked the atmosphere of the first game more than the second one. If the 3rd game is going to be more like the first one I'm in for a ride.
The final chapter to one of the best modern RPG series going. Scale and detail stands to be almost overwhelming if they deliver on their promises, and going by the significant leap from TW1 to TW2 I believe they can. Geralt has a smart looking beard.
An open world RPG with amazing graphics, promising story and DS like combat? Yes please!
If CDPR can continue with the rate of improvement that I saw going from Witcher 1->Witcher 2, then I'm expecting something god-tier.
and for the rest...
Developer: From Software |
Release date: March 11 (US), March 13 (JP), March 14 (EU) |
Genre: Action RPG |
Platform(s): PS3, 360, PC
TOTAL:
554 points
What GAF said:
Sequel to the best game of the generation so far, there's every reason to be excited.
The sequel to my most favourite games of all time, Demons/Dark Souls. The Souls franchise brings back the old school gameplay to the modern era
What a great thing to have these games in this era of hand-holding and over-simplification. Dark Souls 1 was such a massive game that went on far longer than I ever expected it to, and I can't wait for Dark Souls 2 to show me what else FROM can pull out of their hats.
Developer: Bungie |
Release date: September 9 2014 |
Genre: FPS |
Platform(s): 360, PS3, Xbox One, PS4
TOTAL:
508 points
What GAF said:
Bungie returns with an mmo hybrid FPS? Yes please, after years of borderlands and WoW this is a game tailor fit for me. Most excited for the raid possibilities. However the game getting pushed to september kind of ruined a lot of my excitement. As the time gets closer my hype levels will grow for this game, yet as its so far off (almost a year) its hard to get worked up, even though i have loved every little thing they have outed regarding this game.
I don't like the loot focus, but I'll follow Bungie anywhere for their grasp of quality shooter mechanics and second to none (in the console space at least) encounter design in FPS.
Ahh Bungie, how you managed to make me lose so many hours of sleep playing Halo 3 and Halo Reach multiplayer. This game looks like it has elements drawing from all genres, but one can definitely see the similarities you get with this between franchises such as Mass Effect, Borderlands, and Halo. I already have a full group ready to go when the beta drops this summer, and this will truly be one of the defining games of this generation.
Developer: Sucker Punch |
Release date: March 21 2014 |
Genre: Open World Action-adventure |
Platform(s): PS4
Total:
466 points
What GAF said:
I loved the previous two Infamous games and they're the only open world sandbox games I've ever bothered completely. Both of time twice which is pretty unprecedented. Looking forward to seeing what they do with it.
inFamous was one of my favorite franchises on PS3, glad to see they're keeping up with it. I like that there's a multitude of different powers rather than just one or two, it's like Peter Petrelli: The Video Game.
I simply cannot wait, I love the series and Second Son looks bigger, bolder and better, I'm also very intrigued by the character and I'm curious to see how he will evolve during the game; so promising!
Developer: Sora Ltd./Namco Bandai |
Release date: TBA 2014 |
Genre: Fighting |
Platform(s): Wii U, 3DS
Total:
429 points
What GAF said:
The only mp game to last my buddies and I longer than a year. We loved brawl and what we know of this new iteration can only mean it'll be better.
Can't wait for that glorious Hi-Def Smash Brothers, and the remote play should be a nice option as well.
It's a new Smash Bros. game, and hopefully one I can get utterly engrossed in like I did Melee and (to a lesser extent) Brawl. It certainly is already a nicer-looking title, thanks to a more colorful palette (and of course being in HD helps).
Developer: Monolith Soft |
Release date: TBA 2014 |
Genre: Action RPG |
Platform(s): Wii U
TOTAL:
403 points
What GAF said:
This has everything I'm craving since I've played Xenoblade. Amazing worlds, an HD JRPG from Nintendo and a game with mechs and clearly some HUGE exploration going on.
My game of the generation was Xenoblade Chronicles, so yeah, I'm pretty excited for the follow-up on the Wii-U. In fact, that's one of the main reasons why I bought a Wii-U. Based on the trailers, the world looks massive and fun to explore with being able to fly and all.
Just look at the gifs, man. After playing Xenoblade (my first Monolith Soft game), I became a fan of these guys, and now they're bringing this baby out. I really hope they market this thing well, every single piece of media we've had so far has delivered.
Developer: Ready At Dawn |
Release date: Fall 2014 |
Genre: Third-person shooter, Action-adventure |
Platform(s): PS4
TOTAL:
340 points
What GAF said:
Ready at Dawn's first non-portable game. If those God of War PSP games are anything to go by, this could be something amazing.
Looks promising. A nice unique setting, interesting backstory, and RaD has a great track record.
A new IP and about time! I;m slowly digging the graphics as well the steam-punk environment hopefully well see some gameplay soon.
Developer: Atlus |
Release date: Winter 2014 (JP) |
Genre: RPG |
Platform(s): PS3
TOTAL:
336 points
What GAF said:
A new Persona. That's all. THE only reason I'll keep my PS3 out for another year.
I can't imagine what longtime fans of the series must be feeling. I only hopped on the train with Golden, then went back to P3:FES and even being so new to the series I cannot describe how excited I am for this.
Played my first Persona game this year. This year, I've played P3FES, P4 Golden, SMTIV, and started P2: Innocent Sin and P3 Portable. Needless to say, I'm a fan. I stayed up until 6 AM for that crazy reveal event, and somehow managed to keep my composure when the announcement of P5 seemed to be in doubt
Developer: Respawn Entertainment |
Release date: March 11 (US), March 13 (EU)|
Genre: FPS |
Platform(s): 360, Xbox One, PC
TOTAL:
311 points
What GAF said:
An fps parkour mech game from the people who brought me my 2 most played fps games of all time, COD2 and 4. I have faith/trust that these guys will deliver, and i have been really hungry for a new infinity ward game, its been a while.
On-foot combat looks fast-paced, like Brink done right. Mech combat looks seamless and potentially game-changing.
I'm sure this game will set a new standard for online shooters. I have big hopes because I love the idea, the gameplay and I love mechs... sorry, Titans. I will enjoy this game a lot !
Developer: Kojima Productions |
Release date: March 18 (US), March 20 (JP, EU) |
Genre: Action-Adventure, Stealth |
Platform(s): 360, PS3, Xbox One, PS4
TOTAL:
293 points
What GAF said:
This game will show well, has an incredibly powerful name behind it, and will likely be marketed to bejeezus and back.
I had kind of gone off MGS, but finally finishing MGS4 and then the sublime Peace Walker then the last trailer got me hyped for this all over again.
Don't care that it's just the prologue. Don't Care that they replaced David Hayter. Don't care about the gameplay changes. I just want more Metal Gear.
There you have it folks! GAF's #1 most anticipated game coming this year followed by the next 9 runner ups. So as not to toss others to the wayside, as a bonus I decided to go ahead and list the next 20 games in order as well. That's 30 total. Enjoy.
Developer: Platinum Games |
Release date: TBA 2014 |
Genre: Action |
Platform(s): Wii U
TOTAL:
290 points
Developer: Ubisoft Montreal |
Release date: Spring 2014 |
Genre: Open world Action-Adventure |
Platform(s): 360, PS3, Wii U, Xbox One, PS4, PC
TOTAL:
277 points
Developer: Nintendo EAD Group No. 1 |
Release date: Spring 2014 |
Genre: Racing |
Platform(s): Wii U
TOTAL:
243 points
Developer: Ubisoft Massive |
Release date: TBA 2014 |
Genre: TPS, RPG, MMO |
Platform(s): Xbox One, PS4, PC
TOTAL:
235 points
Developer: Obsidian Entertainment |
Release date: March 4 (US), March 6 (AU), March 7 (EU) |
Genre: RPG |
Platform(s): 360, PS3, PC
TOTAL:
195 points
Developer: Tango Gameworks |
Release date: TBA 2014 |
Genre: Survival Horror |
Platform(s): 360, PS3, Xbox One, PS4, PC
TOTAL:
170 points
Developer: BioWare |
Release date: Fall 2014 |
Genre: Action RPG |
Platform(s): 360, PS3, Xbox One, PS4, PC
TOTAL:
160 points
Developer: 343 Industries |
Release date: TBA 2014 |
Genre: FPS |
Platform(s): Xbox One
TOTAL:
156 points
Developer: Silicon Studio/Square Enix |
Release date: February 7 |
Genre: RPG |
Platform(s): 3DS
TOTAL:
152 points
Developer: Number None, Inc. |
Release date: TBA 2014 |
Genre: Puzzle/Adventure |
Platform(s): PS4, PC, iOS
TOTAL:
133 points
Developer: Obsidian Entertainment |
Release date: Q4 2014 |
Genre: RPG |
Platform(s): PC
TOTAL:
122 points
Developer: Retro Studios/Monster Games |
Release date: Feb 13 (JP), Feb 21 (US, EU), Feb 22 (AU) |
Genre: Platformer |
Platform(s): Wii U
TOTAL:
121 points
Developer: Dennaton Games |
Release date: TBA 2014 |
Genre: Action | Platform(s): Vita, PS4, PC
TOTAL:
114 points
Developer: Evolution Studios |
Release date: Q1 2014 |
Genre: Racing |
Platform(s): PS4
TOTAL:
113 points
Developer: Tequila Works |
Release date: TBA 2014 |
Genre: Adventure |
Platform(s): PS4
TOTAL:
81 points
Developer: Double Fine Productions |
Release date: Jan 14 (Act I), April-May (Act II) |
Genre: Point-and-click adventure |
Platform(s): Android, iOS, PC, Ouya
TOTAL:
71 points
Developer: MercurySteam |
Release date: Feb 25 |
Genre: Action adventure |
Platform(s): 360, PS3, PC
TOTAL:
69 points
Developer: Access Games |
Release date: TBA 2014 |
Genre: Action RPG |
Platform(s): PS3
TOTAL:
68 points
Developer: InXile Entertainment |
Release date: TBA 2014 |
Genre: RPG |
Platform(s): PC
TOTAL:
65 points
Developer: Virtuos Games |
Release date: March 18 (US), March 21 (EU) |
Genre: RPG |
Platform(s): Vita, PS3
TOTAL:
57 points
About the voting:
- Voting ran from Dec. 26th, 2013 through Jan. 10th, 2014
- 698 ballots counted
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Thank you to all who participated!
