In a zombie apocalypse, a bow is going to save you a whole lot of noisy trouble. When a torch needs dousing and a magic gate needs opening. When a dragon has taken to the sky, out of swords reach. When a hill needs burning and a giant needs tickling. Great virtual bows and arrows definitely have their time and place. Technically, were still shooting, but theres something warm and oaky about archery when compared to gunplay. It ages well, in cinema, television and video games alike. Of course, in games, we ARE the archer and the physical factors we must consider mean everything. More often than not, our aim must account for arc, distance and lead - each assessment made simultaneously. The slightest slip, and weve lost a precious arrow to an errant tree trunk or castle guards knee. Weve always loved sneaking to a snipers vantage point, accounting for our trajectory and seeing a projectile visibly connect with its target. We also love the interplay of subtle, in-game physics-systems. When it comes to stealth and ranged weaponry, well always be looking for the next best video game bows. These are the 10 greatest bows we've ever had the virtual pleasure of plucking