10 Exciting 2018 Video Games Nobody Is Talking About
Game Of The Year contenders in the making...
Gaming has become an unpredictable industry where AAA titles are constantly hyped up beyond reasonable expectations, leading to games that are enjoyable, but ultimately unworthy of the hype placed on them. Following those disappointments, the cycle inevitably continues as new titles are unveiled and the hype train begins again.
On the other side, there are those titles that come out of nowhere and win the hearts of gamers everywhere. An ambitious effort from a unknown developer, an under-discussed AAA release overshadowed by bigger names, or even a sequel to an under-appreciated original instalment.
These underdog projects thrive when not facing the immense pressure and hype as the competition, and without massive hype marketing that plagues big-name projects, a game can be judged solely on its own merits.
Each entry on this list earns its place here through its lack of major coverage and player buzz, which will hopefully change as their individual release dates draw closer.
After all, underrated gems are something to cherish, but under-sold gems don't get sequels, and it's up to us to ensure no promising franchise ends too soon.
10. Mega Man 11
While many are still recovering from Mighty No. 9, Mega Man 11 is primed and ready to take a trip back to the series' glory days.
In terms of any new additions to gameplay with MM11, there's a new Gears system where you can, at any time, switch between Speed and Power Gears to give you an edge during combat. The Speed Gear slows down time and the Power Gear gives your blaster a much needed boost. Both use the same meter however, and it can deplete pretty fast, so use wisely. And they're not just for combat enhancements, as they will sometimes be necessary to get through a particular puzzle or section.
The game is an old soul with its mechanics, but it avoids being dated thanks to needed enhancements spread across every gameplay component. With the focus being to improve the formula rather than change it, it's a title that old and new fans can enjoy without alienating either side. And with veteran developer and long-time Capcom employee Koji Oda in charge, the project's in reliable hands.
Mega Man 11 comes out October 2nd for Xbox One, PS4, PC, and Nintendo Switch.