20 Recent Incredible Video Games That Came Out Of NOWHERE
4. Pragmata
Even with a big-name developer like Capcom, every now and then a AAA studio will release a game that feels like it had very little build up. That’s precisely what happened with Pragmata, the action-adventure game that quickly became a sensation earlier this year.
Though it seemingly came out of nowhere, Pragmata was actually first announced in 2020. However, following the game’s reveal, Pragmata entered development hell for several years, at one point being delayed indefinitely. In that time, Pragmata fell out of the zeitgeist, but the game’s surprising arrival six years later was worth the wait.
The game follows dual protagonists Hugh and Diana, the latter of which is an adorable childlike android. Diana’s ability to hack robot enemies adds a twist to Pragmata’s combat, making each fight full of both action and puzzling.
This innovative combat paired with the heartwarming friendship between Hugh and Diana has captivated many players since Pragmata’s release this spring, with the game selling more than 2 million copies within its first 16 days.