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NeoGAF Games of the Year 2013 Awards

vall03

Member
I have some free time so I checked my recommendations list again and here are my thoughts.

1. [NWU] The Wonderful 101 (Action)
I only tried the demo but this game doesn't seem to be my type of game. Sounds good tbh.
2. [PS3] The Last of Us (Horror)
I know its unfair to compare this with Uncharted, but after Uncharted 3, I think I already have an idea on how this will play out. These games typical aren' my type of games too.
3. [360][PS3] Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance (Action)
Not really big into action games.
4. [PS3][PSV] Dragon's Crown (Adventure)
I have a love-hate relationship with Vanillaware so pass on this one.
5. [3DS] Animal Crossing: New Leaf (Simulation)
I've only played Wild World, whenever I played I'm kinda restricted since it was my sisters town so I can barely do anything without asking her first. I kinda enjoyed it, my main obstacle for the series is time commitment though.
6. [NWU] Pikmin 3 (Strategy)
After trying out Little Kings Story, I think I have an idea on how the Pikmin games play and they don't seem to be my type of games.
7. [3DS] Bravely Default (RPG)
Why the fuck did the US not get this game last year?! Why isn't it Feb 7 yet
8. [NWU][3DS] Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate (Adventure)
I keep on trying to get into the monster hunting genre but I can't. Not because of mechanics, but because the game design heavily encourages multiplayer, and none of my friends play them. And no, local > online multiplayer, I want to be in the same room with the players I'm playing with.
9. [360][PS3] Grand Theft Auto V (Adventure)
Never been a fan of the GTA series
10. [360][PS3][PC] BioShock Infinite (FPS)
I've played Bioshock 1&2 and enjoyed them, but I'm typically not into fps.
11. [PS3] Disgaea Dimension 2 (RPG)
I wish I can get into the Disgaea series... :(
12. [360][PS3][PC] Zeno Clash II (Adventure)
Not my type of game
13. [PSV] Muramasa Rebirth (Adventure)
I had several chances to play this on the Wii but never tried it. If I didn't care about it back in the Wii, highly doubt I would want to play it now even on a portable system.
14. [PS4] Killzone: Shadow Fall (FPS)
Generally not into fps.
15. [PC] Gone Home (Adventure)
Been hearing about this a lot so I think I'll try it once I get a new pc and during a Steam Sale.
16. [PS3] Puppeteer (Platform)
I really want to play this, only tried the demo so far and I'm impressed. Theres the PSN deal, but I'm kinda short on money so I need to buy a retail copy. I will be busy starting Feb so won't have time for this.
17. [360][XB1][PS3][PSV][PS4][NWU][PC] Rayman Legends (Platform)
I just can't get into either Origins and Legends and I love platformers... forgive me gaf :(
18. [360][PS3][PC] Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons (Adventure)
No idea about this game tbh, I'll check it out someday.
19. [NWU] The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD (Adventure)
Already played the GC version so I skipped it. Once I get some funds, I'll play the game again.
20. [PS3][PC] Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn (MMO)
*sigh* MMOs are the bane of my existence... I quit playing them years ago.
21. [XB1] Crimson Dragon
Not really familiar with the series so pass.
22. [PS3][PSV][PC] Proteus (Adventure)
No idea about this game.
23. [3DS] Monster Hunter 4 (Adventure)
*See MH3U*
24. [PSV] Killzone: Mercenary (FPS)
Generally not into fps.
25. [PS3][PSV][PC] Guacamelee! (Platform)
Still undecided on what platform I'm getting the game. Maybe I'll get it on Steam once I get a new pc.
26. [PC] Antichamber (Puzzle)
No idea with this game.
27. [360][PS3][PC] Metro: Last Light (FPS)
Generally not into fps.
28. [XB1] Killer Instinct (Fighting)
Generally not into fighting games.
29. [3DS] Senran Kagura Burst (Action)
I would love to try out the game but digital only is preventing me to do so. This seems to be the type of game I'll play once and never bother replaying again. And I need to resell games too in order to fund my gaming hobby.
30. [3DS] The Starship Damrey (Horror)
Been a fan of the Guild eShop games, I'll get it once its on sale again and if the timing is right.
31. [3DS] HarmoKnight (Rhythm)
Mixed impressions from the demo. Seems to be a love-it-or-hate-it type of game for me.
32. [3DS] Attack of the Friday Monsters! (Simulation)
Been a fan of the Guild eShop games, I'll get it once its on sale again and if the timing is right.
33. [3DS] Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon (Horror)
I'm not so sure about this one since I never played the original game.
34. [3DS] Mario and Luigi: Dream Team (RPG)
Want to play it but not really craving for it, will wait for a sale.
35. [PSV] Soul Sacrifice (Adventure)
Tried the demo but it doesn't seem to be my type of game * See MH3U*
36. [3DS] Kokuga (Shooter)
Since I'm using the Canada trick on the eShop, this wasn't listed for weeks and I just forgot about it. Heard that the game is kind of disappointment too.
37. [NWU][3DS] Mighty Switch Force! 2 (Puzzle)
Always wanted to try out Wayforwards eShop games but always never get the chance to do so.
38. [PC] Volgarr the Viking (Platform)
No idea about this game.
39. [XB1] Max: The Curse of Brotherhood (Platform)
I've played the first game and didn't like it much
40. [PSV] Super Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair Academy (Adventure)
Can't wait for Danganronpa 1, hoping that this get localized too.

Also checked the overall list again, I totally forgot to vote for Streetpass: Flower Town and no one voted for it... Its my favorite of the new Streetpass games too.
 

hitmon

Member
I have some free time so I checked my recommendations list again and here are my thoughts.



Also checked the overall list again, I totally forgot to vote for Streetpass: Flower Town and no one voted for it... Its my favorite of the new Streetpass games too.

I didn't think about voting for the new Streetpass games either. I enjoy the Flower game too!
 
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Recommendations

1. [360][PS3] Grand Theft Auto V (Adventure) = 8 points, 1 honorable mention (Still need to finish it)
2. [360][PS3][PC] BioShock Infinite (FPS) = 7 points, 1 honorable mention (Played it, enjoyed it for the most part)
3. [NWU] The Wonderful 101 (Action) = 7 points (Still need to buy it)
4. [NWU] Pikmin 3 (Strategy) = 6 points (Still need to buy it)
5. [PC] Dota 2 (Strategy) = 5 points (I'm Dota'd out from just hearing about it from Brad)
6. [3DS] Shin Megami Tensei IV (RPG) = 4 points (Played it)
7. [NWU][3DS] Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate (Adventure) = 4 points (Played it)
8. [360][PS3][PC] Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons (Adventure) = 4 points (Waiting for this to hit Plus, I'm sure I'll love it)
9. [PSV] Tearaway (Platform) = 3 points, 1 honorable mention (Still need to buy it)
10. [3DS] Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Dual Destinies (Adventure) = 3 points, 1 honorable mention (Whenever there's a retail release)
11. [PS3] Puppeteer (Platform) = 3 points (Played a little bit of it, will get around to it)
12. [360][PS3][PC] Saints Row IV (Adventure) = 2 points (Need to finish 3 first)
13. [PS3][PSV] Dragon's Crown (Adventure) = 2 points (Odin Sphere wasn't my cup of tea)
14. [3DS] Etrian Odyssey IV: Legends of the Titan (RPG) = 2 points (First person dungeon crawling isn't my thing)
15. [PS3][PC] Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn (MMO) = 2 points (Subscription based MMOs are big no no for me)
16. [3DS] Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon (Horror) = 1 point, 2 honorable mentions (Playing through it right now, it's awesome)
17. [360][XB1][PS3][PSV][PS4][NWU][PC] Rayman Legends (Platform) = 1 point, 1 honorable mention (Waiting for a sale)
18. [PS3] Tales of Xillia (RPG) = 1 point, 1 honorable mention (I have this lying around but haven't gotten around to play it yet)
19. [360][PS3][PC] Tomb Raider (Adventure) = 1 point, 1 honorable mention (Maybe I'll pick up the Definitive edition, though I'm hoping the PS3 version hits Plus)
20. [360][PS3] Anarchy Reigns (Action) = 1 point (Isn't this an online game?)
21. [PC] Gunpoint (Puzzle) = 1 point (I still have no idea what this game is)
22. [PS3] Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 Remix (RPG) = 1 point (Have it, still in Olympus Colosseum)
23. [360][PS3][PC] DmC: Devil May Cry (Action) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention (Playing through it right now)
24. [NWU] The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD (Adventure) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention (Playing through it right now)
25. [PS3] Beyond: Two Souls (Adventure) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention (Played it)
26. [WII] Pandora's Tower (RPG) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention (I still haven't finished Xenoblade!)
27. [3DS] Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D (Platform) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention (Playing through it right now)
28. [PSP] Corpse Party: Book of Shadows (Horror) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention (Still need to finish the first one)
 

Vibranium

Banned
I'm honestly surprised at how many gaffers went with Bioshock Infinite given how many threads we've had about the negatives (the "overrated and repetitive" guy will be mad lol). I loved the world like everyone else though, and as one comment said the repetitive combat is evened out, so I completely respect this choice.

Everything else is great, wish Dual Destinies was a little higher but A Link Between Worlds was my GOTY so yeah haha.
 

Andrew J.

Member
Might as well do mine.


ohlawd is the only one of those I'me even vaguely familiar with.

1. [NWU] Pikmin 3 (Strategy) = 13 points Will get this later when I've cleared the first two from my backlog
2. [360][PS3] Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance (Action) = 7 points, 1 honorable mention Don't have a PS3 yet, and that's what I want to get it on because it was the lead development platform. I might get one later this year, and this'll definitely be one of the games I get with it
3. [PS3] The Last of Us (Horror) = 6 points, 1 honorable mention Ditto
4. [3DS] Etrian Odyssey IV: Legends of the Titan (RPG) = 4 points Have it, backlogged
5. [360][XB1][PS3][PSV][PS4][NWU][PC] Rayman Legends (Platform) = 3 points, 1 honorable mention Might get this later if the price drops
6. [PC] Civilization V: Brave New World (Strategy) = 3 points PC strategy games aren't really my thing
7. [3DS] Animal Crossing: New Leaf (Simulation) = 2 points, 1 honorable mention Neither are life sim games
8. [PC] Europa Universalis IV (Strategy) = 2 points Nope
9. [PS4] Resogun (Shooter) = 1 point, 1 honorable mention Don't have a PS4
10. [NWU] The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD (Adventure) = 1 point, 1 honorable mention Beat the original on Gamecube, don't really have the time to replay it
 
Going to do the evaluation of recommended titles, this should be fun

MiamiWesker
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=94227142&postcount=530
1. [NWU] Pikmin 3 (Strategy) = 7 points
Perfect choice, I am a Nintendo junkie and this one simply got left out in a busy year.
2. [360][PS3][PC] Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons (Adventure) = 6 points
Played it, enjoyed it but nothing special
3. [360][PS3] Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance (Action) = 6 points
I really liked it but my favorite action game of the year is W101. I think DmC is better than this one too.
4. [3DS] Fire Emblem Awakening (RPG) = 4 points
Own it, need to play it. Loved GC version, I am sure I will love this.
5. [360][PS3][PC] XCOM: Enemy Within (Strategy) = 3 points
I am a huge Xcom fan, I need to get this expansion.
6. [3DS] Bravely Default (RPG) = 3 points
I am not a big JRPG guy so I dont think so.
7. [PC] Gone Home (Adventure) = 3 points
Played it, hated it. Its a terrible game, if you qualify it as a game.
8. [XB1] Dead Rising 3 (Horror) = 2 points
Would love to play it but I have no One
9. [3DS][PC] SteamWorld Dig (Platform) = 2 points
Yup this seems like something I would like.
10. [PS4] Killzone: Shadow Fall (FPS) = 2 points
Excellent multiplayer, horrible campaign.
11. [360][PS3][PC] Saints Row IV (Adventure) = 2 points
I still need to play 3.
12. [PC] Civilization V: Brave New World (Strategy) = 2 points
I dont really play RTS but i actually own this from some sale so I will give it a try.
13. [PC] StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm (Strategy) = 2 points
Same as above except I dont own it.
14. [PC] The Swapper (Puzzle) = 2 points
Oh yes I really need to play this but my crappy PC cant run it.
15. [PC] Dota 2 (Strategy) = 2 points
I dont feel like having hudreds of hours dedicated to one game so no.
16. [PC] Gunpoint (Puzzle) = 2 points
Own it, will play it soon, I think I will enjoy it.
17. [PS3][PSV][PC] Guacamelee! (Platform) = 2 points
Going to start this game tonight. :)
18. [360][XB1][PS3][PS4][NWU][PC] Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag (Adventure) = 2 points
Need to play 3 first but I own it and I bet I would love it.
19. [PSV] Tearaway (Platform) = 1 point, 2 honorable mentions
Maybe my biggest disappointment of the year. I do not understand the love this game is getting. It is a very very simple, easy platformer. The N64 games of old are a million times better.
20. [PS3] Beyond: Two Souls (Adventure) = 1 point, 1 honorable mention
I enjoyed Heavy Rain enough to give this one a chance.
21. [PC] Rogue Legacy (Platform) = 1 point
Own it, need to play it, I should love it.
22. [3DS] Pokémon X/Y (RPG) = 1 point
I should love this but I am backed up in Pokemon games.
23. [PC] Papers, Please (Simulation) = 1 point
What a cool unique game. Greatly enjoyed my time with it.
24. [PS3] Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch (RPG) = 1 point
JRPG so probably not.
25. [360][PS3][NWU][PC] Batman: Arkham Origins (Adventure) = 0 points, 2 honorable mentions
Played it, great game but been there done that for the most part.
26. [PS3] Rain (Adventure) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
Seems a little too artsy to me.
27. [PC] Resident Evil 6 (Horror) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
Hello, its me.
28. [NWU] New Super Luigi U (Platform) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
Good expansion. I wouldnt mind paying for expansions like this.
29. [360][PS3][PC] Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon (FPS) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
This game was awesome.
30. [XB1] Killer Instinct (Fighting) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
No One and never have been a KI fan.
31. [360][PS3][PC] Payday 2 (FPS) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
Not a big online shooter guy.
32. [3DS] Animal Crossing: New Leaf (Simulation) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
Seems like too much work and commitment
33. [NWU] Lego City Undercover (Adventure) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
Own it, heard great things about it.
34. [3DS] Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Dual Destinies (Adventure) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
I need to catch up big time, I loved the first two.
35. [3DS] Shin Megami Tensei IV (RPG) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
JRPG no thanks.
 

Uraizen

Banned
Oh yeah, I didn't do the recommendations thing.

1. [NWU] Super Mario 3D World (Platform) = 23 points
Been wanting to get this, but I'm cheap.
2. [3DS] The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds (Adventure) = 13 points, 1 honorable mention
I don't like Zelda.
3. [PS3] The Last of Us (Horror) = 8 points, 1 honorable mention
Not for me.
4. [3DS] Pokémon X/Y (RPG) = 6 points
I don't like RPGs.
5. [NWU] Pikmin 3 (Strategy) = 5 points, 1 honorable mention
I don't like Pikmin.
6. [3DS] Shin Megami Tensei IV (RPG) = 5 points, 1 honorable mention
I don't like RPGs.
7. [3DS] Etrian Odyssey IV: Legends of the Titan (RPG) = 5 points
I don't like RPGs.
8. [3DS] Animal Crossing: New Leaf (Simulation) = 4 points
I don't like Animal Crossing.
9. [PSV] Persona 4 Golden (RPG) = 4 points
I don't like RPGs.
10. [NWU][3DS] Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate (Adventure) = 4 points
Own it, but haven't played it.
11. [360][PS3] Grand Theft Auto V (Adventure) = 4 points
No thanks.
12. [PC] Gone Home (Adventure) = 3 points, 1 honorable mention
Don't think I would enjoy it.
13. [3DS] Fire Emblem Awakening (RPG) = 3 points, 1 honorable mention
I don't like RPGs.
14. [NWU] New Super Luigi U (Platform) = 3 points
I want this.
15. [360][XB1][PS3][PSV][PS4][NWU][PC] Rayman Legends (Platform) = 3 points
The demo for this was great, just waiting for a sale on the PC version.
16. [PS3][PSV] Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA F (Rhythm) = 3 points
I like rhythm games and this one seems interesting.
17. [360][PS3][PC] BioShock Infinite (FPS) = 3 points
Eh... when I get really bored.
18. [360][PS3][PC] Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons (Adventure) = 3 points
No thanks
19. [XB1] Killer Instinct (Fighting) = 2 points, 1 honorable mention
Been wanting to play this, but I don't own an Xbone.
20. [PC] The Stanley Parable (Adventure) = 2 points, 1 honorable mention
No thanks.
21. [PS3][PSV] Dragon's Crown (Adventure) = 2 points
Definitely interested in this game when it's cheap enough.
22. [PSV] Tearaway (Platform) = 2 points
Didn't like the demo.
23. [XB1] Dead Rising 3 (Horror) = 2 points
I don't like Dead Rising.
24. [360][PC] State of Decay (Horror) = 1 point, 1 honorable mention
Never heard of it, but will look it up.
25. [NWU][3DS][PC] Scribblenauts Unmasked: A DC Comics Adventure (Puzzle) = 1 point
I liked the previous one, so sure.
26. [3DS] Mario and Luigi: Dream Team (RPG) = 1 point
I don't like RPGs.
27. [PSV] Soul Sacrifice (Adventure) = 1 point
This one was amusing when it was given out on PS+
28. [PC] Risk of Rain (Adventure) = 1 point
No thanks.
29. [PS3][PSV][PC] Guacamelee! (Platform) = 1 point
Own it, need to play it.
30. [360][PS3][PC] Payday 2 (FPS) = 1 point
Didn't like the original.
31. [PC] Papers, Please (Simulation) = 1 point
Maybe.
32. [360][PS3] Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen (Adventure) = 1 point
This game wasn't bad, so this is a decent recommendation.
33. [PS4] Resogun (Shooter) = 0 points, 2 honorable mentions
Own it, love it.
34. [NWU] Lego City Undercover (Adventure) = 0 points, 2 honorable mentions
Eh... maybe for $5
35. [3DS] Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon (Horror) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
Own it, love it, just not top 10 material for me.
36. [360][PS3][PC] Call of Juarez: Gunslinger (FPS) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
Own it, need to play it.
37. [360][PS3][PC] Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon (FPS) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
Own it, love it.
38. [PSV] Killzone: Mercenary (FPS) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
Well... it is $9 right now, so maybe.
39. [PS3] Tales of Xillia (RPG) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
I don't like RPGs.
40. [360][PS3][PC] Tomb Raider (Adventure) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
Own it, not bad.
41. [PC] Dota 2 (Strategy) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
Not a fan.
 

Levyne

Banned
Not really, I like mainly fighters and character action games. I just don't understand why I was recommended so many games from the one genre I don't like. At least for the top 10.

Probably just a result of the popularity of RPGs on GAF in general.
 

inm8num2

Member
Nice to see Tomb Raider on there. I know people have issues, but I think it was a very solid game. Linear and QTE'd in parts, but good gameplay overall with nice puzzles in tomb sections. The type of game I'd point to as an example of a "cinematic" experience done mostly correctly.
 
Legitimately shocked that not only did Mario make it to #4, but it topped Zelda despite the huge difference between their respective platform's install bases. If X comes out in NA & EU in the same year...may god have mercy on this forum.

Cool people list:
I noticed I was on a few other people's lists too.

My recommendations:
1. [NWU] Super Mario 3D World (Platform) = 16 points I don't own a Wii U yet, but I'll probably play this. I had mixed feelings on 3D Land but I've heard that some of my complaints were apparently fixed here.
2. [360][PS3] Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance (Action) = 10 points I am so ashamed that I haven't played this.
3. [360][PS3][PC] Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons (Adventure) = 8 points, 1 honorable mention This is going to be offered on PS+ this month so I'll play it there
4. [PS3] Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch (RPG) = 6 points Eh, it looks beautiful but I've read enough bad things about the molasses-slow pacing and battle system to know to avoid it. My backlog is too big to justify adding this to it.
5. [NWU] Pikmin 3 (Strategy) = 6 points Again, no Wii U. I loved the first Pikmin and I actually still need to play the Wii port of Pikmin 2. I'll see if I still have an appetite for a third one after that.
6. [360][PS3] Grand Theft Auto V (Adventure) = 5 points, 3 honorable mentions Nope nope nope. I rented this from redbox a couple weeks back and put it down about four hours in. My experience consisted of watching a lot of cutscenes I didn't care about, same ol' braindead "drive to the GPS marker and do what the onscreen directions tell you" mission design, sloppy on-foot controls, stale humor...I'm sure it's better than GTA IV if I gave it a chance, but I think I've outgrown this series altogether.
7. [3DS] Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Dual Destinies (Adventure) = 4 points, 1 honorable mention I was going to buy this with the FE x SMT eShop promotion money, but I used that on Zelda instead. I'm still going to play this someday, since I enjoyed the previous mainline games. Maybe if Capcom puts it on sale.
8. [PC] Gone Home (Adventure) = 4 points I think I'll just watch a LP on youtube, if that.
9. [NWU] The Wonderful 101 (Action) = 4 points Another Wii U game. I've enjoyed all of Kamiya's games, so I'm definitely going to pick this up when I get the system.
10. [360][PS3][PC] Tomb Raider (Adventure) = 2 points, 1 honorable mention I played this! It's actually okay for what it is, but it's not what I want out of a Tomb Raider game. The sequel desperately needs more puzzles and tombs.
11. [PC] The Stanley Parable (Adventure) = 2 points My laptop is basically a half-step above garbage (I know you're thinking, "but this isn't that demanding?" but I don't think you understand just how terrible this computer is). I've been meaning to build a gaming rig for a long time but I'm going to wait to see how things shake out wrt specs needed to play next-gen multiplats. I'm interested in this game, though.
12. [PC] Civilization V: Brave New World (Strategy) = 2 points See above.
13. [3DS] Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon (Horror) = 2 points Not really interested. I haven't played the first one and I've heard bad things about the excessive dialogue.
14. [PC] Papers, Please (Simulation) = 2 points I considered buying this in the last Steam sale, but I figure by the time I get around to playing it it'll be even cheaper.
15. [360][PS3][NWU][PC] Batman: Arkham Origins (Adventure) = 1 point, 2 honorable mentions I own this, but I didn't get around to playing it before the deadline.
16. [360][PS3][PC] DmC: Devil May Cry (Action) = 1 point, 1 honorable mention I have this on PS+, and it's probably the next game I play.
17. [3DS] 3D Super Hang-On (Racing) = 1 point Hmmm. I'll have to look into this one.
18. [PS3] Ratchet & Clank: Into the Nexus (Platform) = 1 point I still need to play ACiT. That's a higher priority for me.
19. [3DS] 3D Sonic the Hedgehog (Platform) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention I replayed the unlockable Sonic when Generations came out. I'm not in a hurry to play another version of it.
20. [PC] The Typing of the Dead: Overkill (Horror) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention Loved the original Typing of the Dead, so this is on my radar.
21. [NWU] New Super Luigi U (Platform) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention Kind of interested in this. Hopefully Nintendo will still have the NSMBU/NSLU bundle on sale when I get a Wii U in the farflung future.
22. [360][PS3][PC] Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon (FPS) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention I'm more interested in playing FC3 proper.
23. [360][PS3][PC] XCOM: Enemy Within (Strategy) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention The vanilla game was my second place recommendation last year, but I still haven't played it. I'll try the PS+ version. It seems like a safe bet considering my love for Fire Emblem.
24. [PS3] Beyond: Two Souls (Adventure) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention Meh. Although Stumpokapow picking this as his GOTY has caused me to briefly reconsider, I'm still leaning against it.
25. [NWU] Lego City Undercover (Adventure) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention I played Lego Star Wars years ago. I think I've had my fill of these games.
26. [PSV] Tearaway (Platform) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention I feel bad about not getting this when it was on sale last month. Maybe the next time it goes on sale?
27. [360][PS3] Spartacus Legends (Fighting) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention ????????
 

AniHawk

Member
1. [PC] Papers, Please (Simulation)
already bought it and played a bit of it. not disliking what i've got through so far, but i was distracted by other things.

2. [3DS] Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Dual Destinies (Adventure)
enjoyed it, and forgot to list it as an honorable mention. still think it's one of the weaker ace attorney games.

3. [PC] Europa Universalis IV (Strategy)
looked into it and it seems interesting! i will check it out once it goes on sale or i get a steam machine to be able to play it.

4. [3DS] Animal Crossing: New Leaf (Simulation)
put about 20 hours into it. addictive monotony, like papers, please.

5. [PC] Antichamber (Puzzle)
i don't have the machine to run this

6. [360][PS3][PC] BioShock Infinite (FPS)
i am staying away from this unless it goes on sale. i get the feeling it will be trash, like the first bioshock.

7. [PC] Civilization V: Brave New World (Strategy)
also interested in trying this out.

8. [PC] Dota 2 (Strategy)
i actually have this, but my computer nearly melts itself when i try to run the game.

9. [3DS] Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon (Horror)
it's okay. didnt really care for it.

10. [PS4] Resogun (Shooter)
looks great! would love to give it a shot.

11. [PC] Rogue Legacy (Platform)
seems interesting enough.

12. [PC] The Entertainment (Adventure)
i think this appeared in timetokill's list. looking forward to checking it out.

13. [3DS] Attack of the Friday Monsters! (Simulation)
never heard of it

14. [PC] Gunpoint (Puzzle)
never heard of it

15. [360][PC] State of Decay (Horror)
forgot about it, but sounds fantastic. want to give it a shot

16. [NWU][3DS] Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate (Adventure)
i don't think monhun's for me. tried tri on the wii. rhyming hehe.

17. [NWU] The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD (Adventure)
it's the best version of the worst zelda.

18. [PS3] Tales of Xillia (RPG)
almost pulled the trigger on a recent sale. couldn't do it.

19. [360][PS3][PC] Tomb Raider (Adventure)
not an uncharted fan. may give it a shot if it's free on plus

20. [XB1] Killer Instinct (Fighting)
like bioshock infinite, this seems like one recommendation that's completely at odds with my tastes

21. [PS3][PSV][PC] Spelunky (Platform)
i've heard many great things and i really should try it.

22. [360][XB1][PS3][PS4][NWU][PC] Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag (Adventure)
bought it, will give it a shot

23. [3DS] Shin Megami Tensei IV (RPG)
bought it, didn't give it enough time.
 
Man the stats are really interesting to pore over. And dat TLoU landslide.

I totally procrastinated on the voting but I'm glad I did. I just beat Gone Home and honestly it takes #1 over TLoU for me. And I absolutely adore TLoU. At least it's top 20.
 

Pappasman

Member
I went back through my recommendations to take a closer look. I removed some of the games I'll probably never play.

http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=94323706&postcount=614
1. [360][PS3] Grand Theft Auto V (Adventure) = 8 points
played it at a friend's place. I can see why people like it, but its not for me.
2. [3DS] Animal Crossing: New Leaf (Simulation) = 7 points
Played it for about a month straight, haven't touched it since...
3. [NWU] Pikmin 3 (Strategy) = 5 points, 1 honorable mention
played it and loved it.
4. [360][PS3][PC] BioShock Infinite (FPS) = 5 points, 1 honorable mention
played it and loved it.
5. [PSV] Tearaway (Platform) = 4 points, 1 honorable mention
I want to try it soon but I'm afraid it won't hold my attention for very long. it looks great though.
7. [3DS] Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon (Horror) = 3 points, 1 honorable mention
I haven't finished it and I have no desire to. got bored :(
8. [PC] Gone Home (Adventure) = 3 points
Next on my list after DmC. I tend to criticize "walking sim" games but I've heard so much about Gone Home that I can't pass up on it for long.
9. [360][PS3][PC] DmC: Devil May Cry (Action) = 2 points, 1 honorable mention
playing it right now. It's much better than I thought it was going to be but I really feel that I've reached the limits of the combat system :(
10. [3DS] Mario and Luigi: Dream Team (RPG) = 2 points
Never played any of the M&L rpgs, but I'm not really that interested.
11. [PS3] Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch (RPG) = 2 points
I probably won't play this myself. I watched my brother play through this and it was awesome. It was one of his favorite games of the year and I can see why. The music really stands out to me as the best part of the game.
13. [PS3] Beyond: Two Souls (Adventure) = 1 point, 1 honorable mention
Watched the "Two Best Friends" Let's play. awful, just awful. David Cage(tm)
14. [360][PS3][PC] Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons (Adventure) = 1 point, 1 honorable mention
Same as Gone Home, I really want to try it soon.
15. [3DS] 3D Super Hang-On (Racing) = 1 point
I've heard of it, but I probably skip it.
16. [NWU] New Super Luigi U (Platform) = 1 point
I own it. It's very good.
17. [PSV] Soul Sacrifice (Adventure) = 1 point
got it through PS+, no idea when I'll start it.
19. [PS3] Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 Remix (RPG) = 1 point
Played KH for the first time ever with this HD release and I absolutely LOVED it.
24. [NWU] The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD (Adventure) = 0 points, 2 honorable mentions
played it a million times, its WInd Waker but with amazing graphics. very good game.
25. [3DS] Attack of the Friday Monsters! (Simulation) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
playing it now. I love the atmosphere and feel but I'm still at the beginning.
28. [PS3] Tales of Xillia (RPG) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention
Watched my brother play it. seems okay.
 

Meier

Member
Bioshock at #2 makes me seriously smh. Not a good game in the slightest. If I had known I could vote for P4G, it'd probably have been #1 or 2!
 
Everyone saw the winner coming from a mile away. The biggest surprise here is Bioshock Infinite over GTA V. I liked Bioshock Infinite but, nope.

I thought Dragon’s Crown would have made the top 20, but I’m even more taken aback that Rayman Legends didn’t make it. NO! Bad GAF, bad!
 

SmokyDave

Member
Wow, an awful lot of work must've gone into the OP and the various breakdowns. Kudos.

Great list too, well done you crazy cats.
 

Schlomo

Member
First of all, WHY IS RAYMAN SO LOW??? I'm also surprised Bravely Default didn't score at least a little higher, but hopefully that can be explained by the late launch and it will be redeemed next year after the US release.

Secondly a big thank you for the hard work that went into this thread!

My #1 affinity is SpokkX, and my #1 recommendation is MGR:R, which I'm playing (and loving) right now.
 

Kurtofan

Member
Can Europeans get a pass and vote for Bravely Default next year?

I mean it's pretty hard to find the game and it's just getting back in stock.
 

SmokyDave

Member
I don't know what black magic goes into the recommendations, but mine are bang on. Half of them are games I own and love, but didn't quite make my GotY. The other half are games on my radar that I intend to buy before too long. Good stuff.
 
I don't know what black magic goes into the recommendations, but mine are bang on. Half of them are games I own and love, but didn't quite make my GotY. The other half are games on my radar that I intend to buy before too long. Good stuff.

Thanks. The recommendation lists are generated by having only the people in your affinity list, those with ballots most similar to yours, contribute their votes to your own poll. The games already on your ballot are removed.
 

so1337

Member
I don't know what black magic goes into the recommendations, but mine are bang on. Half of them are games I own and love, but didn't quite make my GotY. The other half are games on my radar that I intend to buy before too long. Good stuff.
Same here. It's uncanny.
 

Hasney

Member
Was just looking at my recommendations and I've played all of my top 20... Bar one.

SMT IV will continue to mock me. I WANT TO PLAY IT DAMMIT.
 

Yoshi

Headmaster of Console Warrior Jugendstrafanstalt
It's really strange to see GTA 5 in the Adventure category. Isn't this a pure action-game? Granted, I've not played it, since I've never played any GTA post-3 (from my perspective 3 was one of the worst games I've ever played), but from that experience I cannot remember any Adventure elements in it (exploration isn't really needed, no puzzles at all in what I've played).

Anyway, fantastic work from all of you, really appreciate the amount of work put into this :). By the way, how are the recommendations computed? The closest five ballots summed up minus the games one has listed himself?

On to my recommendations:
1. [NWU] The Wonderful 101 (Action) = 16 points - Have it already (albeit only as a download). Fun game, a good recommendation for me, but not one of my favourites
2. [PS3] The Last of Us (Horror) = 12 points, 1 honorable mention - No PS3 and still somewhat hesistant becaus I hate Uncharted sooo much. Still, since a friend who usually has a similar taste as I do has recommended it to me so much, I'd like to give it a go.
3. [3DS] Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Dual Destinies (Adventure) = 10 points, 1 honorable mention - I've played this already, but it will probably be my 2013-pick of 2014; just didn't have the time to finish it, so I couldn't rank it properly. Ace Attorney is one of my favourite series though, so obviously a great recommendation!
4. [3DS] Etrian Odyssey IV: Legends of the Titan (RPG) = 3 points - Don't know much about this game, I'll have to look it up
5. [NWU] Lego City Undercover (Adventure) = 2 points, 1 honorable mention - I hate GTA and I can't stand Traveller's Tales' work. The only thing I've ever played from TT that I liked somewhat was Sonic R and even that was very so-so.
6. [360][PS3][PC] Tomb Raider (Adventure) = 2 points, 1 honorable mention - Is this really a good idea if one hates Uncharted (and Hollywood-gaming in general)?
7. [360][PS3] Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance (Action) = 2 points, 1 honorable mention - Platinum Games is a nice studio, I like their work, so I'll probably like this one, too. Since I don't care for Metal Gear Solid much (stealth is too slow for me and I hate those awfully long sequences) I've not played it yet, though.
8. [360][PS3][PC] BioShock Infinite (FPS) = 2 points, 1 honorable mention - Shooter, thus will not play.
9. [3DS] Bravely Default (RPG) = 2 points - I have this game, again, only, as a download, and really liked it. Just forgot to put it under my honorable mentions, so a good recommendation indeed :).
10. [PSV] Soul Sacrifice (Adventure) = 2 points - Played it, found it relatively boring.
11. [360][PS3] Grand Theft Auto V (Adventure) = 1 point, 2 honorable mentions - I've played GTA3 when it was new and hated it so much I've never played another game in the series. From my perspective, it was a collection of undercooked gameplay mechanics, a world that was big for sake of being big and unfocussed. It really seemed like "look, you can do all kinds of stuf you could do in real-life, no matter if it is a challenging, interesting, gameplay mechanic in itself". Is GTA 5 still worth trying if I think like this about GTA 3?
12. [NWU] New Super Luigi U (Platform) = 1 point, 1 honorable mention - Haven't mentioned it, because it is a DLC and not meant to be a full game. Still, I had loads of fun with it.
13. [3DS] Animal Crossing: New Leaf (Simulation) = 1 point, 1 honorable mention - Have it (for review purposes) and I think it's incredibly boring. The gameplay is more of an exercise of work, not challenging at all, not intriguing at all. While I can appreciate that it is very well designed, from my personal perspective, it's junk.
14. [PS3][PSV][PC] Spelunky (Platform) = 1 point, 1 honorable mention - I'm always a bit skeptical if a game is randomly generated. Considering it's free on PC, I might try it there and if I like it, get the Vita version. However, since it's DL-only, it really has to absolutely amaze me to be worth any money for me.
15. [PS4] Resogun (Shooter) = 1 point - Played it at Gamescom and it was my favourite PS4 game there. If I had a PS4, I'd definitely get it!
16. [NWU] The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD (Adventure) = 1 point - Have it; worst 3D Zelda with some fixes. If I didn't know this game already, it'd be a must-buy for me though.
17. [PC] Rogue Legacy (Platform) = 1 point - PC-only, might as well not exist to me.
18. [PS3][PC] Deadly Premonition: The Director's Cut (Horror) = 1 point - Sounds interesting and since it's available as a retail game on 360 I might give it a go.
19. [PC] Civilization V: Brave New World (Strategy) = 1 point - PC-only again.
20. [NWU][3DS] Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate (Adventure) = 1 point - Definitely not for me.
21. [3DS] Shin Megami Tensei IV (RPG) = 0 points, 2 honorable mentions - There are so many RPGs I'd still like to play I don't think I'll ever play this one.
22. [360][PS3][PC] DmC: Devil May Cry (Action) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention - Have it, like it :)
23. [PS3] Tales of Xillia (RPG) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention - See SMT4; on top of that, I don't have a PS3
24. [PS3] Beyond: Two Souls (Adventure) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention - My impression of this game is not a good one.
25. [PS3][PSV] Dragon's Crown (Adventure) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention - The art is really disturbing and the gameplay doesn't seem to be too interesting to me.
26. [PS3] Disgaea Dimension 2 (RPG) = 0 points, 1 honorable mention - Really interested in this one, as a Fire Emblem fan. But I'll first try the two Shining Force games on the Mega Drive Collection, because I can play these without buying a new console for them.
 
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