The Best PC Games (You Should Be Playing)

[Julio Franco]

While we're waiting for the likes of Cyberpunk 2077 and AC Valhalla to arrive, here are what we consider some of the best PC games you can play right now. From old classics to brand new releases, there's something for everyone.

Read the full article here.

https://www.techspot.com/bestof/pc-games/

 

[Biostud]

Is the RTS genre completely dead?

 

[Axiarus]

Is the RTS genre completely dead?

Starcraft is pretty much all you have.

 

[VitalyT]

I'll weigh in on Horizon Zero Dawn...

The game is so good, I'd spend many hours just watching someone else playing it.

Here's a good 11-hours walk-through:

 

[psycros]

Starcraft is pretty much all you have.

RTS players expect a single-player experience to be part of the package. Most big companies aren't willing to invest the effort to craft great AIs and campaigns for a strategy game of any sort. This goes double for more cerebral game styles such as RTS, TBS or 4X. We *are* starting to see a number of "remasters" of classics but their little more than minor graphic upgrades with some minor quality-of-life tweaks. Supposedly Command and Conquer is being resurrected but that could all be just talk..we have no idea if a new game will ever see the light of day. Personally what I would be ecstatic over is a Total Annihilation sequel or reboot. However, as long as kids keep throwing money at them we're just going to keep drowning in "battle royales", annual sports game rehashes and mobile ports.

 

[R00sT3R]

These lists should include games that were missed by alot of people but virtually everyone who plays them actually adore..

Included are Arkane Studios Dishonored 2 and Prey.

 

[Biostud]

Starcraft is pretty much all you have.

I play a lot of Company of Heroes 2, but that is about it...

 

[Aus spot]

Missed factorio. This publication mentioned you had lots in the office who were playing it. I have to agree for the type of game it is, it is awesome.

Glad to see Wasteland 3 there

 

[Yad]

Apart from Horizon I wouldn't recommend anything else lol.
I Played it on PS4 Pro and oh boy.
Ultra Hard was quite enjoyable after finishing it the first time.
The game is a masterpiece,no need for further comments.

 

[GLeader]

Is the RTS genre completely dead?

waiting for "Iron Harvest" and "age of empires 4" hope they are good

 

[DZillaXx]

Starcraft is pretty much all you have.

Company of Heros is still kicking. The game is about as perfect of a RTS as it can get.

As for newer RTS games, Halo Wars 2 came out not too long ago. But I wouldn't call CoH old either.

I'd rather have good quality RTS games, and those of hard to make.

 

[candle_86]

Starcraft is pretty much all you have.

No command & conquer remastered and red alert remastered

 

[poohbear]

Is the RTS genre completely dead?

Totalwar: Warhammer 1 & 2 are by far my favorite RTS games. They have a turn based campaign, but the battles are all RTS.

 

[Neatfeatguy]

Any list created is subjective to the person(s) writing it.

The only game worthwhile on this list, to me, would be Wasteland 3. I've enjoyed Wasteland 2 (never played the first), so Wasteland 3 is on my to buy list.

I've tried a few others listed or have played the predecessors of a few and thought they were awful. Lots of flash with little to no substance or littered with hackers/cheaters that the idea of playing online with others is just too off putting to waste my time with.

 

[Cycloid Torus]

Anyone up for Colossal Cave Adventure?

 

[TomSEA]

Been playing RDR2 a lot, lately. Fun game that has a lot of relaxing moments to it such as riding your horse from point A to B enjoying the scenery and crafting. Nice break from frenzied shooter games.

Also picked up MS Flight Simulator. Gorgeous game that can be as technical or as easy as you want it. Fun to fly over world landmarks. Anxiously awaiting some military aircraft options.

I'd easily recommend both.

 

[Squid Surprise]

"Has there ever been a better time to be a gamer?"

Well, I'd say about a month from now would be a better time

And Civilization V is still on my list (I like it better than VI)...

I'm holding out for a WarCraft 4 (WarCraft II and III were my favourite RTS games) - but I'm not holding my breath...

 

[Stiqy]

RTS players expect a single-player experience to be part of the package. Most big companies aren't willing to invest the effort to craft great AIs and campaigns for a strategy game of any sort. This goes double for more cerebral game styles such as RTS, TBS or 4X. We *are* starting to see a number of "remasters" of classics but their little more than minor graphic upgrades with some minor quality-of-life tweaks. Supposedly Command and Conquer is being resurrected but that could all be just talk..we have no idea if a new game will ever see the light of day. Personally what I would be ecstatic over is a Total Annihilation sequel or reboot. However, as long as kids keep throwing money at them we're just going to keep drowning in "battle royales", annual sports game rehashes and mobile ports.

Northgard

 

[moobg]

I'll weigh in on Horizon Zero Dawn...

The game is so good, I'd spend many hours just watching someone else playing it.

I dropped over 100 hours (just a single crash in that time too) into HZD doing/collecting everything I could. It was a brilliantly designed world with a great story and excellent game mechanics.

I liked it so much for a split second I thought about if I'd get a PS5 to play Forbidden West. Hopefully they port it to PC relatively quickly.

 

[pildorman321]

List is barf

my list:

SUPERLIMINAL
CARRION
THE OUTER WORLDS
XCOM: Chimera Squad
HADES

 

[Kazkas]

Come on, nobody missed Detroit Become Human in this list?? Yes, it’s not a shooter or RPG, but an amazing game for the choices you have and different outcomes... already finished twice (completely differently), but will go for at least 2 more!

 

[toooooot]

There is a mental disorder that forces you to only play unfinished games.
I have it. I curse the bugs and keep playing my unfinished games.
My favorite problem is when I lose my best in game items only to
grind to replace them. Idk why, but these games are more dear
to me than any polished game out there.

 

[Axiarus]

No command & conquer remastered and red alert remastered

Thats a remaster of an older game, though. The newest thing out that is worth anything is Starcraft II.

 

[ziffel66]

AKA: List of the most popular multiplayer games.

 

[Krackan]

Horizon Zero Dawn was not in "shambles" at launch, cut the drama please. Arkham Knight was in shambles at launch, HZD had some minor crashing issues.