10 Best Looking Video Games Of The Generation (So Far)

The eight generation of video game consoles is almost over. In 2020, both Microsoft and Sony will launch their next-generation systems, and we can expect a whole new swathe of graphical and performance upgrades.

Before we get to that incredibly exciting period however, it's time to take a look back at the myriad of games that have come out in the past six years, and marvel at the best looking ones.

Of course, a list like this is guaranteed to change over time, especially with titles like Gears 5, The Last of Us Part II, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, Ghost of Tsushima, and Death Stranding still to come out. In the meantime however, we're going to appreciate the beauty of those that have already come out.

Unfortunately, a lot of amazing looking games had to be left off the list because that's just how things go. And, while there are countless amazing looking "smaller" games, like Project Octopath Traveler and Gris, we favoured AAA titles because of how much bigger they are, and the amount of work that goes into making them look so darn good.

So strap yourself in and get ready to cry out in agony when your favourite title isn't on the list. See you on the other side!

The Order may very well go down as the biggest missed opportunity of the generation. The game was developed by Ready At Dawn, a team that had previously created great PSP games like God of War: Chains of Olympus, and Daxter. The Order: 1886 was the developer's first attempt at a AAA game, but the PS4 exclusive released in February 2015 to mediocre reviews.

The game was criticised for its linearity, lack of diverse gameplay, and brevity. The three things everyone could agree were rather excellent however, were the story, the world, and the graphics. Ready At Dawn did an impeccable job of crafting an interesting world with believable characters, and a large part of that came from the stunning graphics.

You probably haven't played The Order: 1886 since it released in 2015, if you even played it then, but it holds up shockingly well. Yes the game is short but to be honest, the game's length was not the issue.

While the gameplay is still lacking, the graphics are still breathtaking. Considering the game released four years ago, Ready At Dawn should be commended for how amazing The Order: 1886 looks. It's just a shame we'll never get to continue the story of Galahad.