10 Most Overlooked Video Games Of 2021

10. Lake

Lake is not going to be the most instantly impressive game you play this year. From the lack of animations to the basic gameplay you can tell this project was made without the huge resources even afforded to certain other indie games, but what it lacks in finesse and production value it more than makes up for in charm and atmosphere.

The story-driven title puts you in the shoes of Meredith, who's returning to her home town in 1986 to pick up her father's job at the post office while he's on holiday. The gameplay is straightforward: you spend each day driving around the town, dropping off packages and letters while talking to a handful of residents you strike up a relationship with.

As you can imagine, Lake is a very cosy game. The small-town vibe is perfectly brought to life through the colourful, cartoon-y graphics and slick, period-inspired score. The people you meet on your travels are all interesting - from a crazy cat lady to the friendly owner of a failing VHS store - and, like Meredith, you become somewhat attached to the town by the end.

It's an impressive game overall, and the virtual equivalent of crawling under a blanket with a nice hot chocolate.