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When the Nintendo Wii was introduced in 2006, it was a literal game changer for the company for 7 years. As Nintendo’s seventh-generation console, it was the first Nintendo home console to introduce features such as internet capabilities and backward compatibility for a previous console. Personally, I’ve found the Wii to be the best Nintendo console for retro titles through its (now defunct) virtual console option - it’s what I use mine for almost on a daily basis. The point is, the Wii opened a lot of doors for some pretty great games and proved to be one of the best game consoles of its era. There are plenty of these Wii games that are still worth revisiting today, but which ones deserve the most attention? The following list will answer that question based on Wii games with the , a site dedicated to aggregating reviews from top critics for different types of media. It will also list titles from lowest metascore to the highest. highest metascores from Metacritic 10. Rock Band 3 - Metascore: 91 Several gamers will recognize this franchise title right away. It brought out the inner musician in each player and created some of the best memories with friends and family back in the day. Rock Band 3 followed the pattern of gameplay found in its predecessors. Players attempt to sync the rhythm and timing of their “music playing” controls with on-screen prompts, which consist of scrolling color bars that represent different musical notes, in order to play the selected song as perfectly as possible. This third installment in the franchise differed from previous installments in that it debuted “Pro mode” where the game would up the ante in specific actions expected to complete the song, such as matching fingering on strings and frets of a guitar or accurate and precise fingering on a keyboard - one would really have to quite familiar with real musical instruments to succeed in this mode of gameplay. 9. Rayman Origins - Metascore: 92 Next on the list is the Rayman franchise! Rayman Origins was a highly praised Wii game due to its art aesthetic, level design, and unique sense of humor. It follows Rayman, Globox, and Teensies as they attempt to save the Glade of Dreams from Darktoons and many other harmful creatures. Its gameplay offers a variety of unique and bizarre challenges throughout the course of the story. Each level gives Rayman and his friends different abilities to use, like running up walls and changing size to access new areas of the level. Its challenge consisted of collecting hearts to avoid one-hit kills from enemies and yellow Lums needed for Electoons. The game was nominated for several awards, winning GameSpot’s Best Platformer of 2011. Eventually, it received two sequels (not Wii games) with the release of Rayman Jungle Run and Rayman Legends. 8. Xenoblade Chronicles - Metascore: 92 Part of the highly praised action-RPG franchise, Xenoblade Chronicles is all about revenge as it follows protagonist Shulk and his friends as they go against the Mechon for attacking their home. One of the best things about the Xeno series is its fantastical environment and the freedom of exploration within it - I mean, characters journey across the backs of frozen titans, how much more fantastical can a setting get, really? Exploration is essentially the core of this Wii game. If one chooses to pursue them, side quests and collectible items - for the “collectopaedia” - can determine the course of gameplay. Another important part of gameplay is relationships. Quests can affect the way characters think about each other and unlock other story components. There are also the different relationship “systems” that determine how well characters get along with each other and reveal the histories and personalities of the characters in question. Xeno really is an excellent Wii game to revisit simply because each session of gameplay can take a drastically different direction. 7. Rock Band 2 - Metascore: 92 Now we’re back to the Rock Band franchise. This series really stirred up the gaming scene back in the day, for sure. Rock Band 2 greatly improved the overall flow and features that the series had to offer. The gameplay is the same as other Rock Band titles and it was the first released to introduce “Drum Trainer” mode and “Battle of the Bands.” 6. The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword - Metascore: 93 Okay, so it was obvious that a was going to show up on this list eventually. If fans of the series want to know the absolute beginning of the infinite conflict between the Triforce representatives, Link, Princess Zelda, and Ganon, then this game is certainly the best place to start. Not only that, but the story is one of the best ones in the franchise, in my personal opinion. Partly taking place on floating islands in the sky, players once again control everyone’s favorite pointy-eared protagonist as he sets out on a quest to save Princess Zelda after she becomes lost in the forbidden lands below. Zelda game Every Zelda installment brings its own unique flair and worldbuilding to the series, but Skyward Sword really went all out with it. As usual, players will find themselves traveling through forests, deserts, and volcanic lands as they track Zelda, but this time they are accompanied by Fi, the spirit of the Master Sword. There’s also the chance to complete side quests that will require Link to soar through the sky on the back of his Loftwing (a huge bird) to various locations. The game is filled to the brim with personality, from eccentric characters and creatures to the story itself, which will have players facing all sorts of challenges and battles until the final moment when they face Ganon once more. Skyward Sword recently received an HD remaster for the Nintendo Switch, so the Wii game version isn’t necessary to revisit the story. In the end, it doesn’t matter just as long as this masterpiece is given another well-deserved playthrough. 5. Super Smash Bros. Brawl - Metascore: 93 Serving as Metacritic’s 2008 Game of the Year, Super Smash Bros. Brawl continued the popular crossover fighting series. Players choose from a slate of classic Nintendo characters and choose an arena, often an environment based on different Nintendo franchises, where the selected characters can duke it out. The game also allows for players to create their own arenas (referred to as stages in-game) that can be saved for later use. There’s also a story mode to experience where players battle against the antagonists called Subspace Army, led by the Ancient Minister. Other gameplay features include the Vault, where players collect trophies of different characters and video game artwork. There are also minigames that can be found in Stadium mode, with some making a comeback from previous Super Smash Bros. entries. 4. World of Goo - Metascore: 94 The goal of this Wii game is relatively simple. Players build things out of goo to progress through each chapter. However, there’s somewhat of a twist. There is a required number of goo balls that need to make it into a pipe (the official exit of the level) before players can progress to the next level. There are different types of goo players can collect and use to create structures needed to complete the chapter. Some goo has to be combined with other types to achieve different goals. That’s not all the game has to offer, however. Among all the goo, there’s a story to unravel, so there is more to the game than simply mixing and matching pieces of goo and sending them down a pipe. The unique style of gameplay and mixture of story are what make this game worth revisiting. 3. The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess - Metascore: 95 So who thought that another Zelda title would make the list? Let’s be honest, everyone did, and for good reason. I personally would have been immensely confused if Twilight Princess didn’t make this list eventually. It’s great to see that it earned a top spot. The story follows Link as he travels back and forth between the real world and a parallel dimension, known as the Twilight realm, in an attempt to keep Hyrule from becoming corrupt by evil forces (Ganon and his minions again) and the dark power that has taken over the Twilight realm. Did I mention that Link transforms into a wolf when surrounded by Twilight? It’s a neat gameplay touch. Once again, this Wii game relies heavily on motion controls. Players use the nunchuck and Wii remote to control both human and wolf versions of Link. The game also follows a similar pattern as previous titles, with players having to complete dungeon puzzles to progress through the story. The game was highly praised upon release and was the highest-rated game of 2006 on the Metacritic website. It went on to win several awards from organizations like the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences and Game Critics Awards. Twilight Princess is still considered to be one of the best games of all time. 2. Super Mario Galaxy 2 - Metascore: 97 Super Mario Galaxy is one of those Mario series that continues to stand the test of time. Building on the success of the first Wii game, Super Mario Galaxy 2 allows players to, once again, visit a variety of themed galaxies and complete physics-based challenges - to track down and defeat everybody’s favorite Koopa King after he kidnapped Princess Peach. Its gameplay involves the usual platform-style expectations from the Mario series, but there are some new power-ups and environments to enjoy and explore. Oh, and Yoshi is part of the adventure this time, helping Mario with different obstacles. Another big plus for this game (that can also be found in the original) is the music. I always liked that the music sometimes matches what happens in the environment. It’s the little things that have the biggest effect at times. 1. Super Mario Galaxy - Metascore: 97 We’re finally at number one. I can personally vouch for this Wii game too. It follows the same pattern as Super Mario Galaxy 2 as far as gameplay and overall goal are concerned. But I can definitely see how it would rank as number one on Metacritic due to it serving as the introduction to the iconic Mario series. It’s the game’s original creativity mixed with the usual Super Mario platformer style that keeps gamers coming back to Super Mario Galaxy 1 and 2. Hopefully, in the near future, Nintendo will bring these titles to the Nintendo Switch. Conclusion There are a lot of Wii games that are worth checking out, obviously. When the console was introduced, it felt like it was the official turning point for how Nintendo approached creating their games and the overall gaming experiences they strived to provide for gamers of all types. It’s great to see that a lot of these games are still actively played today.

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No longer an arcade machine you’d drop some pennies in, video-game revenue models have evolved. In an industry still young, a lot of us have been able to witness the first steps from the traditional pay-to-play model to the recently popularised free-to-play model used in freemium games such as Fortnite and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive that grant players (partial) access to their content. Adopting this free-to-play model exposes these games to players who might otherwise not have bought them, creating a larger customer base for profit through additional downloadable content (DLC) and increasing advertisement reach. While it has shown to be very successful for some of the world's most popular games, the model requires delicate balancing of DLC and free content to avoid a pay-to-win scenario. This is in fact one of the biggest areas of criticism by the gaming community who, at times, finds it hard to remain competitive with those who heavily invest in DLC. Still, the free-to-play model is viewed as a win-win, benefitting companies and gamers alike; it is not, however, the final form of the gaming industries’ ever-developing business model, as a new generation of games and accompanying models is already gaining traction. Backed by blockchain technology, these games operate as user-generated content ecosystems: platforms for players to play and create games, purchase and design in-game assets such as buildings, characters, animals, vehicles, weapons, etc., and monetise or even trade these assets — stepping things up a notch or two from the free-to-play model. EARN-AND-PLAY IN THE SANDBOX One of the leaders in this newly found space is , a virtual world in which users can build, own, and monetise their gaming experiences on the blockchain. Similarly, is a massive virtual world that is owned by its users. For simplicity, I shall use the former to shine a light on this emerging business model. The Sandbox Decentraland Built by the seasoned team behind The Sandbox (2011) and The Sandbox Evolution (2016), two games that together reached over 40 million downloads across iOS and Android app-stores, the blockchain-backed edition has already attracted the likes of Atari and Binance, as well as IP’s such as The Care Bears and The Smurfs. So, earn-and-play... How would that even work? Alice, Bob, and Carlos have a couple of ideas. Veteran game designer Alice has decided to purchase a few plots of LAND to build her next game on. Hoping to benefit from the high traffic in the area, she goes for LANDs bordering the Atari estate. Alice is creating a jungle on her LANDs with various mini-games and over 50 rare animals to discover; each with their own unique character traits and animations. Now, Alice could decide to monetise the game in its entirety, staying true to the traditional pay-to-play model, or keep it free-to-play and allow gamers to buy additional content that could assist them in finding the rare animals (night-vision goggles, magical whistles, etc.). Being a smart gal, Alice decides to go for the latter. Trader Bob really wants that whistle and buys it on the marketplace as it has already been sold out in Alice’s store. With this special whistle, Bob is able to venture deep into the dense jungle and call and find the rarest animal in the game: the elusive Winged Tiger. Bob can then choose to keep the legendary bird as a collector or sell it on the in-game marketplace to other traders and collectors. Of course, Trader Bob decides to go for the latter. Similarly, Alice can head to the to sell individual components like her jungle animals, which can then be used by other game designers to create their own worlds. Sandbox Marketplace Carlos, a creative beginner, is building his first game and goes to the marketplace to purchase a giant tree and a few of the animals made by Alice to use for a special area in his game: an interactive Sandbox safari to which Sandbox players can sell (or donate) rare animals and other safari valuables. Having sold the rare Winged Tiger (not to Carlos, sorry), Bob is browsing the marketplace in search of the next opportunity. He eventually finds a plot of LAND next to Carlos’ promising game. Believing that Carlos’ game will attract a lot of players, Bob decides to purchase the LAND to sell at a mark-up once the demand for it has risen. He is confident in his purchase and thinks there will be many buyers for it: advertisers and game builders looking to settle in the area, or even Carlos himself looking to expand his game in the future. Amazing. $SAND IN YOUR POCKETS Games like The Sandbox are revolutionising industry business models by allowing for trust-less monetisation and trading of in-game assets. In The Sandbox world, all in-game transactions are executed with its native currency: the token. While tokens are not new to gamers, they are for the most part limited to the games they’re built for, i.e. Fortnite’s V-Bucks and the FIFA series’ FIFA Points. $SAND Blockchain-based game tokens like $SAND retain their value outside of the games they find their origins in and can be traded on cryptocurrency marketplaces. Drivers for the value of the $SAND token include governance, speculation, and interest. Staying true to the methodology, The Sandbox is governed by its stakeholders: The Sandbox team, partners and investors, and of course its users, the main value contributors to the content ecosystem. DAO The size of your stake, or the weight of your vote, is determined by the amount $SAND you hold. By holding the token, stakeholders earn a % of the fees generated on the marketplace. Earnings from the marketplace are also used to fund game and content creation: The Foundation supports the ecosystem of The Sandbox, offering grants to incentivize high quality content and game production on the platform. As of the time of writing, the Foundation has funded over 15 game projects and granted 100 artists to produce NFTs. PAY-MY-BILLBOARDS At first, you had to pay to play Then, it was free Now, you could get paid in games and in the future, that’s a certainty On the surface, blockchain-backed games are no different from the usual. Nonetheless, the added layer of trust is truly a game-changer, and not just for games: blockchain technology is disrupting industries without discriminating. Shaking up the advertisement industry, blockchain-based projects such as Basic Attention Token are paying users to watch ads, and in due time, we shall see such ads make their way into The Sandbox, Decentraland, and other games as billboards and bus ads. Looking past the traditional pay-to-play model, beyond free-to-play and The Sandbox’s earn-and-play setup, we can catch early glimpses of the next and possibly ultimate model: paid-to-play. 🤯

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Things are heating up for as the Asian Games 2023 are close. eSports is going to make its debut at the Asian Games 2023 as a proper medal event, while earlier in 2018 it was there as a demonstration title. The Asian Games 2022, initially scheduled for September last year, will now be held from September 23 to October 8, 2023. Indian eSports The seven official eSports events at the tournament are: Arena of Valor Asian Games Version Dota 2 Dream Three Kingdoms 2 FIFA Online 4 League of Legends Peace Elite Asian Games Version Street Fighter V: Champion Edition The eSports from September 24th to October 2nd, and the athletes will compete for seven gold medals. India, however, will be participating in four of the seven titles, DOTA 2, FIFA Online 4, League of Legends, and Street Fighter V: Champion Edition. event of the Hangzhou Asian Games will be held in China's Hangzhou Esports Centre Here is an introduction to the titles: FIFA Online 4 Single-player Game Type: September 24 to 27 Dates: All games including the final will be played in the best-of-three (BO3) format. Format: FIFA Online 4 is a virtual football game where players control teams made up of real-world football players. It is similar to playing a real football match, but on a console where you control the players and their actions. Two players play against each other in a match that lasts almost 15 minutes with a halftime break in between, and the player with the most goals scored wins. Description: Players can select any players who are currently playing or legends from the past to play in their customized team. The player must make multiple strategies for different formations and select the right players to defend, pass, and attack with precision to prevail. Players have fixed ratings given by the game’s publishers according to their performances in real life, and the pace of a player is the key factor as everyone usually prefers faster players to help them win. Charanjot Singh and Karman Singh Tikka will be the two Indian representatives in FIFA Online 4. League of Legends Team-Based Game Type: September 25 to 29 Dates: The group stage games will be conducted in the best-of-one (BO1) format while the quarterfinals, semi-finals, and final will be played in the best-of-three (BO3) format. Format: League of Legends is a team-based strategy game where each player controls a powerful fantasy character. Two teams battle against each other across a map and work together to defeat their opponents by taking down their base. The first team to destroy a structure known as the Nexus, lying at the back of each team’s base, wins the match. There are five positions in a team as follows: Description: Dominates the top lane, excelling in 1v1 battles, and can teleport across the map. Top: Roams the jungle, gathering gold and XP, and ganks to create 2v1 situations. Jungler: Holds the central lane, favors powerful champions like Aatrox, and deals heavy damage. Mid: Ranged, consistent damage dealers, they grow in power and can become key players. ADC: A utility role that roams, using crowd control to disrupt enemies and empower allies. Support: Players who win gold on the map can use it to buy items from a shop located at the fountain. Items include everything from armor to magic resistance, attack damage to speed, and ability power. Players can carry six items at a time. Akshaj Shenoy leads the Indian team, and Samarth Arvind Trivedi, Mihir Ranjan, Aditya Selvaraj, Aakash Shandilya, and Sanindhya Malik are part of the squad. A total of five players will play in the tournament with one substitute. Street Fighter V: Champion Edition Single-player Game Type: September 26 to 28 Dates: All games including the final will be played in the best-of-three (BO3) format. Format: Street Fighter V is a one-on-one fighting game, where players choose a unique character with special moves and abilities. They face off against each other in exciting battles, much like a martial arts tournament. Players can select any character they like out of 40 available, which has its own abilities. They must build combos and strategies to master attack and defence to defeat their opponents. A Street Fighter V match usually lasts between 1-2 minutes and comes to an end when one of the players defeats their opponents in two rounds. Description: Mayank Prajapati and Ayan Biswas are the two Indian Street Fighters who will be competing for the country at the Asian Games 2022. DOTA 2 Team-Based Game Type: September 29 to October 2 Dates: The group stage games will be conducted in the best-of-one (BO1) format while the quarterfinals, semi-finals, and final will be played in the best-of-three (BO3) format. Format: , which stands for Defense of the Ancients 2, is another team-based strategy game. There are two teams of five players each who are tasked with destroying the enemy’s Ancient, which is the central structure in their base, and protecting their own. Players in the game take control of a hero, each with their own unique set of attributes, abilities, strengths, and weaknesses, and must team up to get strong enough to take down their Ancient. Description: DOTA 2 An average DOTA 2 match lasts between 30-40 minutes. A Lane is one of three paths connecting the two Ancients, and there are three lanes: Top lane, which runs along the left and top edges of the map, Middle or mid lane, where the lane creeps clash in the river, and Bottom or bot, which runs along the bottom and right edges of the map. There are five main roles in Dota 2 as follows: Responsible for dealing as much damage to enemy heroes and structures as possible, carrying their team to victory in the process. Carry: Controlling the middle lane and expected to move around to help other lanes where needed Midlane: Staying alive in the offlane and farming as much gold and experience as possible, the toughest role Offlane: Pressuring the enemy Carry in the laning phase and focus on harassing, poking, and being a nuisance. Soft Support: Assisting their Carry and protecting them at all costs Hard Support: Darshan Bata captains the Indian team, and Krish Gupta, Abhishek Yadav, Ketan Goyal, and Shubham Goli are his teammates. Similar to League of Legends, five players will play for the team. India’s talented athletes Shikhar Choudhary and Karthik Varma were going to represent the country in Hearthstone, which was originally a part of the Asian Games, Moreover, titles including Arena of Valor and Peace Elite AGV (which is a special version of PUBG Mobile developed by Tencent for the tournament) are banned in India, the title Dream Three Kingdoms 2 is not available in the country. but the title was removed from the Asian Games Esports program in March. This article was originally published by on Navanwita Bora Sachdev The Tech Panda.

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Have you played A Way Out yet? What an experience. That co-op only game was such an inspired idea, wasn't it? If you're like me, you finished that game wanting more. More teamwork, more problem-solving with a friend, and more of those "we did it!" moments of overcoming a challenge together. Well, you're in luck. I've uncovered five other co-op multiplayer gems perfect for you and a friend. Read on for five co-op games inspired by the fun I had playing . A Way Out Here are 5 best co-op games for Windows It takes two Overcooked! A tale of two sons Portal 2 Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light It Takes Two - A Heartfelt Co-Op Adventure If you loved the co-op adventure of , then should be next on your list. This colorful platformer from provides a heartfelt story of a struggling couple, Cody and May, who get trapped in two dolls. The only way out is by working together. A Way Out It Takes Two Hazelight Studios As you navigate through imaginative levels, you'll take control of either Cody or May and rely on teamwork to overcome obstacles. Maybe you'll turn into animals, manipulate the environment, or just find the perfect rhythm to progress. The gameplay , constantly introducing new mechanics to surprise you. never gets repetitive Unlike A Way Out though, It Takes Two focuses more on collaboration over conflict. You're not escaping prison here, just rediscovering the love between two partners. The story is poignant yet uplifting, reminding us relationships take effort. By the end, you'll be rooting for Cody and May. With its blend of platforming, puzzles, minigames, and a touching narrative, It Takes Two provides the perfect co-op experience. You'll laugh, and you might shed a tear, but most of all you'll value the journey together. Isn't that what co-op gaming is all about? Overcooked! - Cooking Up Chaos in the Kitchen Have you ever wanted to experience the barely controlled chaos of a busy restaurant kitchen? Then is the co-op game for you. You and up to three friends take on the role of chefs in increasingly absurd and hazardous kitchens. Overcooked! Simple recipes descend into pandemonium as you frantically chop veggies, wash dishes, and put out fires—sometimes literally! To succeed, communication and teamwork are key. You’ll need to call out for ingredients, warn each other of impending disasters, and figure out how to navigate each kitchen’s unique layout and hazards. The recipes start simple but escalate to multi-step dishes with specific garnishes and plating. Trying to coordinate four people to produce perfect plates of pasta or burgers before the customers storm out will have you all shouting in frustration and laughter. Some tips for aspiring Overcooked! chefs: Assign each person a role like a chopper, cooker, or plater. Switch it up for different recipes to avoid boredom. Memorize the recipes beforehand so you know what’s coming up next. Reading instructions on the fly won’t cut it! Pay attention to details like which stove a pot needs to go on or which ingredients are running low. Call out when you need help! Don’t be afraid to laugh at the absurdity of it all. Dropped ingredients, accidental fires, and botched orders are all part of the fun. The chaos is the point! Whether you want a zany party game or a co-op challenge to strengthen your real-life cooking teamwork, Overcooked! serves up a heaping helping of fun. Just try not to burn the kitchen down in the process! Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons This co-op puzzle-adventure game tells the heartfelt story of two brothers on a journey to find a cure for their ill father. You each control one of the brothers, working together to solve environmental puzzles and navigate obstacles. The control scheme takes some getting used to, as each analog stick moves one brother, but it creates a as you help each other through challenges. real sense of bonding The fantastical world is full of whimsical details that reveal layers of backstory without a single line of dialog. The emotional journey is poignant and bittersweet, culminating in a finale that will stick with you. Brothers is a short but unforgettable co-op experience that shows how games can be a powerful storytelling medium. If you’re looking for a meaningful game to share with someone close to you, put this at the top of your list. Some tips for playing: Take your time exploring the environments. There are many subtle details that enrich the world-building. Pay attention to how the brothers interact with each other. Their animations and sounds convey so much about their relationship and emotional states. Think creatively about how to manipulate objects and the environment. Puzzles often have simple solutions that require two people. Appreciate the emotional arc of the journey. The ending will have much more impact if you've connected with the characters along the way. Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons is a prime example of a co-op game that uses its mechanics and interactivity to strengthen an emotional narrative. If you're looking for a short, moving game to share with someone else, you'll find a profound experience in Brothers. Portal 2 - Hilarious Puzzles Require Cooperation If you love mind-bending puzzles and witty humor, is a must-play co-op game. In this first-person puzzle game, you and a friend control robots to solve puzzles using portals and other tools. The portals create a visual and logical paradox that often stumps players, leading to laughter and “aha!” moments when you finally figure it out. Portal 2 The puzzles start simple but quickly become diabolical. You must work together closely, communicate constantly, and think outside the box. But when you do solve one, the sense of accomplishment is hugely rewarding. The quirky characters like Wheatley the personality sphere and GLaDOS the unhinged AI guide you through the enrichment center with hilarious commentary. Their absurd logic and observations will have you chuckling the whole way through. has stood the test of time as a co-op classic because the puzzles are so cleverly designed. No two players will solve them the exact same way, so there’s high replay value. Portal 2 If you get stuck, don’t worry - you can drop portals to get to new areas and the solution will come to you. Take breaks when needed, and come back to the puzzle fresh. Two heads are better than one! Portal 2 shows how cooperation and teamwork can accomplish amazing feats, even in the face of impossible odds. If you want a co-op experience like no other that will challenge your problem-solving skills and make you laugh for hours, Portal 2 is the game for you and a friend. Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light If you're a fan of the , you'll love this co-op spin-off title. Unlike the main Tomb Raider games, is focused entirely on cooperative multiplayer action. You and a friend take control of and Totec, a Mayan warrior, as you work together to stop the evil Xolotl and retrieve the Mirror of Smoke. Tomb Raider franchise The Guardian of Light Lara Croft The gives this game an almost arcade-like feel. You'll be navigating trap-filled environments, solving puzzles that require teamwork, and blasting enemies with a variety of weapons. The gameplay is fast-paced but still rewards careful coordination with your partner. If one of you dies, the other has a short window of time to revive them before returning to the last checkpoint. This creates moments of frantic tension that really ramp up the excitement. Some of the puzzles can be quite challenging, but that makes solving them as a team even more rewarding. isometric camera angle The game packs in a lot of variety, with environments ranging from jungle ruins to lava-filled caverns. There are also vehicle sections, where you have to work together to drive and shoot, that provide an extra dose of fun. Like A Way Out, Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light is a delightful co-op experience that shows how much potential this genre has when done right. If you like solving puzzles, navigating obstacles courses, and destroying wave after wave of enemies with a friend, you'll find a lot to love in this title. At around 6-8 hours to complete, it's not too long 😉 but still packs in a ton of entertainment. For any co-op gaming fans, this spin-off comes highly recommended. Conclusion So there you have it, some co-op gaming gems to dive into with a friend. Nothing quite compares to sharing the thrill of victory or the agony of defeat with someone by your side. Now it's your turn - grab a friend, start up one of these co-op games, and make some gaming memories together. This is my first article on something related to gaming. I wish to write more on this though. Thank you for reading. Game on! Also published . here

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Though the Metal Gear franchise has stagnated in recent years, it stands as one of the most memorable collections of media out there. These philosophical stealth-action games have boasted millions of sales throughout their history, introducing numerous players to the world of Solid Snake and other iconic characters. Today, fans still have no idea if a new game in the series is even being considered, even as they find themselves continually drawn to the franchise. For any die-hard fan or anyone simply interested in getting into the series, it can be interesting to see which Metal Gear games performed best when it comes to sales. To simplify the selection process, this article will only consider the first release of each Metal Gear title. HD collections, remakes, and standalone expansions won’t be considered, though re-releases will be included if they occurred within a year or two of the original release. All sales information was taken from . VGSales Note: The links in this article include affiliate links to Amazon. You won’t be charged anything extra for clicking on these links, but you will be supporting HackerNoon if you do choose to purchase something through one of these links. List of The Best Metal Gear Games of All Time Ranked by Copies Sold 10. Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops (includes Plus)
9. Metal Gear
8. Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes
7. Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (includes HD Edition)
6. Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance
5. Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater (includes Subsistence)
4. Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots
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2. Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty 10. Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops — ~920,000 Copies Sold Portable Ops was an experiment for Metal Gear fans that didn’t have time to get fully immersed in the franchise’s story for hours on end. The game was the first to let players fight alongside teammates in tactical, stealth-based missions. It also featured online capabilities, letting players battle real-life rivals for the chance to recruit new teammates. Unfortunately, it was only ever released on the PSP, and its main story is only questionably canon at best. It shouldn’t be left completely forgotten, but it’s unlikely to be remembered in the eyes of most. Buy the game on or Amazon eBay 9. Metal Gear — ~1 Million Copies Sold The original Metal Gear featured many elements that would become series staples. Hiding in boxes, evading alert systems, and destroying giant robots were among the many actions players could take in accomplishing their stealth-based missions. Though it’s likely that few modern fans actually played this title, Metal Gear’s influence on the rest of the series has undoubtedly been present even in the latest releases. It also managed to edge out its sequel — Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake — in terms of sales, likely due to its worldwide, multi-platform release. Buy the game on or Amazon eBay 8. Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes — ~1 Million Copies Sold Ground Zeroes suffered from some controversy upon its release. It wasn’t the “true” Metal Gear Solid V, but rather an introduction to the full game using a single map and similar gameplay. This title also made some big changes that not all fans were happy with, such as the replacement of Snake’s voice actor. Despite this, Ground Zeroes provided the groundwork that allowed The Phantom Pain to truly shine, introducing a darker tone to the franchise while giving players a touch of more gameplay freedom. It likely sold more than just 1 million copies as of today, especially with it later being included in a bundle with The Phantom Pain, but limited sales information keeps it near the bottom of this list. Buy the game on or Amazon Steam 7. Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (and HD Edition) — ~1.2 Million Copies Sold Peace Walker, a direct sequel to Metal Gear Solid 3, marked the first unquestionably-canon Metal Gear title on a portable device. It included a few altered mechanics from another handheld game, Portable Ops, while carrying some changes over from MGS4 and introducing new features of its own. One such feature, the Fulton system, ended up becoming a huge part of the final canon Metal Gear game. This game also laid story foundations for the whole of Metal Gear Solid V, making it much more important than some fans might think. Buy the game on or Amazon Xbox 6. Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance — ~1.2 Million Copies Sold The Metal Gear games were always pretty off-the-rails with psychic commandos and immortal vampires, but Revengeance turns the “crazy” meter up to its maximum. It features its own storyline following Raiden, the protagonist of Metal Gear Solid 2, as he fights against mad cyborgs and massive drones with nothing more than a sword and his own mechanical body. There are still plenty of stealth elements and callbacks to previous titles, but Revengeance is all about the action. Once more, a lack of sales information keeps this game from reaching the top spot of this list, but it would almost certainly be higher if that info was available.\ Buy the game on or Amazon Steam 5. Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater (and Subsistence) — ~4 Million Copies Sold Metal Gear Solid 3 is widely considered as one of the greatest games of all time, and it’s not hard to see why. This massive title featured stealth missions focused around survival in the jungle, forcing players to take drastic actions with themselves and the wildlife around them. MGS3 also let players explore the story of Naked Snake, sharing an emotional experience that hundreds of fans still remember to this day. Should it finally receive its long-awaited remake, it would likely become the best-selling Metal Gear game of all time. Buy the game on or Amazon eBay 4. Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots — ~6 Million Copies Sold Acting as the conclusion to Solid Snake’s story, Metal Gear Solid 4 focused on the futility of war and an old, dying man that fought too many battles to keep himself together. It was somewhat controversial for how far it took some philosophies and how it used many cutscenes and on-rail events in place of full gameplay sequences. Even so, numerous fans wanted to see how Solid Snake’s story came to an end. Judging by this game’s success, it seems that not many of them were displeased. Buy the game on or Amazon eBay 3. Metal Gear Solid (and Integral) — ~6 Million Copies Sold The first “Solid” game of the franchise was beloved by many thanks to its revolutionary 3D gameplay and in-depth story. It launched the series into the “Tactical Espionage Action” it’s known for today while introducing some of the most iconic characters of Metal Gear including Liquid and Ocelot. True to its name, Metal Gear Solid is inarguably a solid title, and it’s no wonder it’s still considered to be one of the best games of the series. Buy the game on or Amazon GOG 2. Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain — ~6 Million Copies Sold The Phantom Pain refined the gameplay of Metal Gear to its greatest point, allowing players to tackle missions in hundreds of unique ways. It also bridged the gap between Big Boss and Solid Snake, letting fans know the truth about the very first game’s story. It was arguably unfinished and stood as the last game the original director would have a hand in, but it still gave fans a thrilling conclusion to the Metal Gear saga. This title is still available today unlike most titles in the franchise; hopefully, the rest of them will join The Phantom Pain in being widely accessible one day. Buy the game on or Amazon Steam 1. Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty — ~7 Million Copies Sold The sequel to the first Metal Gear Solid has an interesting story behind it. Many fans felt like they were tricked into purchasing it thanks to trailers showing Solid Snake in most footage. Instead, players would explore the story of Raiden, a new protagonist with his own backstory. Though this disappointed numerous fans, the game itself was still technically impressive, with many gameplay improvements and extra goodies for everyone to enjoy. It might not be the most popular Metal Gear title if the entire franchise was re-released today, but it’s not too hard to believe it being on top of the rest of the series in terms of sales. Buy the game on or Amazon eBay Final Thoughts It’s unknown if the Metal Gear franchise will continue, even with some of the best games still being requested by fans for re-releases and remakes today. Hopefully, will hear the call and allow this series to shine in the spotlight one more time! Konami

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When buying video games for your kids, it’s great to research to ensure the game you’re buying doesn’t have anything you don’t want your child exposed to. The neat thing about Mario games is that they never have explicit content. , HackerNoon’s VP of Editorial, once said: Limarc Ambalina “Parents can pretty much purchase any title from these franchises without batting an eye or reading about them beforehand.” And that’s true. However, you still have to make sure that your kid will enjoy it. If you’re a parent, or just a relative in general, who’s looking for kid-friendly games that are still fun, you can’t go wrong with the games on this list. Here are 5 Nintendo Switch Mario games that your children are sure to enjoy. 5 Nintendo Switch Mario Games That are Perfect for Your Kids Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Super Mario Odyssey Super Mario Maker 2 Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker 1. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe The first game on this list is the ever. So, you know that it has to be pretty good. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a racing game featuring Mario and his colorful cast of friends. best-selling Nintendo Switch game Drive underwater, fly through the sky, and go through treacherous land to reach the finish line. And the game is chock-full of different characters and race tracks. According to the game’s , Mario Kart 8 Deluxe features 42 characters and 48 tracks. So, it will be a very long time until your children are bored. official website 2. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate But maybe racing games aren’t what you’re looking for. A game that is just as fun and competitive is Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. This is a fighting game that features video game characters from many different franchises (most of these are Nintendo franchises). Although it is a fighting game and some characters have swords and guns, it’s not a game that would be described as violent. The good thing about Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is that it’s a great game regardless of your family size. The game can be played by multiple people, and it can also be played by just one. If you’re a Nintendo Switch Online member, you can even play online against other players. Regardless of how you play it, it’s a fun experience nonetheless. 3. Super Mario Odyssey If you’re specifically looking for a game that your child can play by themselves, Super Mario Odyssey is the perfect choice. Princess Peach has been captured by Bowser, so Mario travels the world to rescue her. On his journey, he’ll meet new friends and see new places. Whether it’s a prehistoric land, a concrete jungle, or a beautiful forest, there are plenty of places to discover and adventures to be had. But the best part of Super Mario Oddysey is the fact that you can control pretty much any character you want. Simply throw Mario’s hat on a character you want to control and voila. Play as a Goomba, a fish, and even a T-rex. Just the fact that you can play as a dinosaur makes this one of the best Nintendo Switch Mario games to exist. 4. Super Mario Maker 2 But what if you’re looking for a game to stimulate your child’s creativity? Well, there are plenty of games that could do the job, but one of the best is Super Mario Maker 2. This game gives players the ability to create, customize, and play their own Mario level. Basically, anything that you can dream of you can create in this game. Make it as hard as possible by adding countless bad guys, or make it as chaotic as can be by adding a dozen different powerups; the power is in the player’s hands. The one caveat about this game is that it is better with a Nintendo Switch Online membership. With this, it allows you to not only share your levels online, but you can play other people’s creations as well. It might seem like a fuss to have to buy an additional subscription to get the best out of this game, but Super Mario Maker 2 is worth it. 5. Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker So, this is technically cheating because this isn’t specifically a Mario game, but it’s close enough. Also, this game is so good that it warrants rule-breaking. Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker is a puzzle game that follows Captain Toad and Toadette as they collect stars and save the day. The game is simple: solve the puzzles and get the star. However, that’s sometimes easier said than done. There are enemies in your way, mechanics to learn, and strategies to implement. But even with all that said, the game isn’t difficult. Your children won’t be ripping their hair out due to frustration. It’s a challenging but fun game and it’s one of the best Nintendo Switch Mario games out there. Even if it technically doesn’t include Mario at all. More in Gaming: 15 Best Upcoming Games in 2022 and 2023 9 Best Gaming Earbuds in 2022 The Super Mario Movie: Release Date, Cast, and Everything You Need to Know Feature image source

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The era of movie tie-in games is long past us. There was a time when just about every blockbuster movie coming out each summer had to have a game adaptation and scores of other merchandise, including toys and t-shirts. Unfortunately, a lot of these video games were pretty rough (don’t ever play the game adaption of Batman & Robin for the PS1). However, some of these movie tie-in games were actually good, and some of them were good. really While the industry has shifted from movie tie-ins from small-time, scrappy studios in favor of big-budget licensed games from huge developers like Insomniac, it is worth appreciating what gamers had a decade or two ago. Some of these games would lay the groundwork for the biggest games today, including Marvel’s Spider-Man and even Call of Duty. So let’s look at the best games that adapted silver screen pictures to home console pixels. 10 Movie Tie-In Games That Were Actually Good 10. Star Wars Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith (PS2, Xbox, GBA) 9. Disney’s Aladdin  (Sega Genesis) 8. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (PS2) 7. Peter Jackson’s King Kong 6. The Godfather: The Game 5. X-Men Origins: Wolverine 4. The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King 3. The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape From Butcher Bay 2. Spider-Man 2 1. GoldenEye 007 10. Star Wars Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith (GBA) While the quality of will always be a contentious topic among the Star Wars fan base, one thing that’s certain is that there is no shortage of great game adaptations for the franchise. The controversial prequel trilogy is no exception. Star Wars Episode 3 saw a full console release on PS2 and GameCube but had a particularly good Game Boy Advance version that some gamers would even consider better than the full console version. Star Wars films The GBA version of Revenge of the Sith is a fantastic slash-em-up game where players can swap between Obi-Wan or Anakin whenever they like, and it features some really tight gameplay mechanics. Players can traverse twelve levels that look about as good as any recreation of the movie that a 32-bit handheld could hope for at the time and partake in some clever platforming sections while mowing down hordes of droids. While it didn’t shake the world of handheld game adaptations, it’s still quite novel in its faithful recreation of the movie. 9. Disney’s Aladdin (Sega Genesis) As part of the golden era of Disney games from the 90s, Aladdin joins The Lion King and The Jungle Book as some of the best Disney movie tie-in games ever released. However, one of the biggest debates among fans is choosing whether the version or the SNES version of Aladdin is the better one. While fans may never settle that debate, the Sega Genesis does have a few advantages that make it better than the SNES and put it on this list. Sega Genesis The Genesis version had the advantage of getting actual footage from the movie to aid its development and, as a result, had movie-accurate animations for all of Aladdin’s movements. Not to mention that the Genesis version of Aladdin was the first entirely hand-drawn video game. Additionally, Aladdin gets to wield a sword in this version of the game. A feature that Shinji Mikami (known for his work on Resident Evil and also got his start on the SNES version of Aladdin) says is what makes the Genesis version the superior one. 8. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (PS2) While Hogwarts Legacy is only a matter of months away and promises to fulfill the open-world school of witchcraft and wizardry fantasy that gamers have always wanted, it was Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets for the PS2 that accomplished this feat years ago. This was the first open-world game set in this universe, and it did a good job of making the experience fun all the way back in 2002. Harry could ride his broom all around the school grounds, participate in Quidditch, attend class and earn house points. The class sections of the game were particularly fun, as the dungeon-like structure of each class felt very inspired by the . Also of note is the incredible and very whimsical soundtrack composed by Jeremy Soule, who you might know for his work on The Elder Scrolls series and Icewind Dale. Legend of Zelda games 7. Peter Jackson’s King Kong A game adaption of Peter Jackson’s King Kong doesn’t sound all too appealing at first glance, but this game actually has some great elements. Players can take the role of the movie’s main character, Jack Driscoll, in a simple yet . The sense of scale throughout Skull Island is fantastic as Jack takes down huge monsters and giant T-Rexes with nothing but some firearms and a spear. Also, the shooting mechanics are surprisingly good for a game like this. fun first-person shooter experience Of course, there are the non-human sections of the game where you can control King Kong, which is fun. Watching Kong grapple with a T-Rex is always good entertainment, but it's more of a compliment to the delightful first-person shooter sections. Peter Jackson is a known gamer, and it makes sense that a movie tie-in game for one of his works would make this list. And it won’t be the last. 6. The Godfather: The Game Anyone who has watched The Godfather might wonder how such an iconic movie can even be adapted to the video game medium. Surprisingly, The Godfather: The Game is a good movie tie-in, playing out like a clone set in the 1940s. It stands out in a few ways, notably with its mafia-shakedown style of brawling mechanics where players can beat wise guys to a pulp. GTA The player takes the role of a gang member under the Corleone family, and the whole story unfolds like a side plot not told in the main Godfather movie. However, multiple key scenes are faithfully recreated and look quite good for the time. Mob game fans should definitely try to go back and revisit this one. 5. X-Men Origins: Wolverine X-Men Origins: Wolverine was panned at the cinema in 2009, but its saving grace was that it gave us a video game adaption that same year. After many years of X-Men games featuring as part of an ensemble cast, Logan would finally take center stage in his own game. X-Men Origins: Wolverine is the ultimate hack-and-slash brawler for the ruthless mutant, and it’s as bloody and destructive as one could hope for in a video game based around an angry guy with blades coming out of his knuckles. Wolverine The set-piece moments were fantastic and used many of the movie’s settings to the game’s advantage. It’s also a surprisingly good way to experience the rather poor X-Men Origins: Wolverine plot. It would probably be better to forget the movie existed and just remember this game instead. From its bloody combat to its rewarding progression system, X-Men Origins: Wolverine is still one of the best games about the mutant and was more than expected for a movie tie-in game in 2009. Insomniac’s upcoming adaption of the hero has some big shoes to fill. 4. The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King The Lord of the Rings is one of the most legendary film trilogies of all time, ushering in a new era of fantasy and sci-fi movies and television that we are still in the middle of today. It's only fitting that its movie tie-in games live up to the pedigree of the films. Admittedly, the game adaptations of The Two Towers and The Return of the King didn’t break any new ground regarding fighting mechanics, but they didn’t have to. They were fun and faithful to the movies. The Return of the King, in particular, is where EA really hit its stride with these games by introducing co-op and making one of the best multiplayer slash-em-ups of the . Actual movie cutscenes were spliced into the game and transitioned seamlessly from cutscene to gameplay, making the whole game feel as epic as the movies. As an added bonus, The Return of the King let you play as any character in the Fellowship once the main story was finished, and you could have wacky scenarios like Frodo taking on waves of orcs at the front of the Black Gate. PS2/GameCube era 3. The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape From Butcher Bay Vin Diesel is always looking for the next game he can pop up in. The guy is a massive geek who loves gaming, , and religiously hitting the weight room. While The Chronicles of Riddick film he starred in didn’t seem to get much traction, it left behind a solid movie tie-in. One that is considered a cult classic in today’s gaming cultural zeitgeist. Dungeons & Dragons Released for the Xbox in 2004, Escape from Butcher Bay is a first-person stealth action game developed by Starbreeze Studios, now known for making Payday 2. It’s sort of like a mixture of GoldenEye 007 and Splinter Cell inside the awfully cool sci-fi universe of The Chronicles of Riddick. Vin Diesel even directly assisted the game’s development with help crafting the plot and character designs. These days, gamers look back fondly on Escape from Butcher Bay and even consider it one of the greatest cult classics of the sixth console generation. 2. Spider-Man 2 Spider-Man 2 on the PS2 and GameCube set the standard for superhero movie tie-in games at the time and is still cherished as one of the best superhero games of all time. Almost every Spider-Man game released since Spider-Man 2 has had to contend with this game, and rarely do they live up to its standard. Part of what makes Spider-Man 2 so good is its realistic physics-based web-swinging that actually relies on sticking to buildings and using momentum to move forward. It wouldn’t be until released in 2018 for the PS4 that the king would be dethroned; however, some purists still love the original movie tie-in game over everything else. Toss in a fun cast of villains, including Rhino, Mysterio, Shocker, Black Cat, and Doc Ock, and an excellent rendition of NYC that felt huge at the time, and there is a lot to love here for fans of the web-head. Spider-Man 2 is one of the best superhero games ever, beyond its licensed game origins. Insomniac’s Spider-Man game 1. GoldenEye 007 Possibly the most cherished game of all time, GoldenEye 007 for the is one of the best movie tie-in games ever, if not the best one. Starting with its awesome single-player story and unmatched soundtrack to its incredible competitive multiplayer offering, GoldenEye is the complete package. Interestingly enough, the game's multiplayer component wasn’t even created until the last minute and ended up being the game’s most famous feature. Nintendo 64 GoldenEye 007 laid the groundwork for future FPS games like Medal of Honor and Call of Duty with its new approach to stick-based movement and shooting mechanics. The game remains so popular over twenty years later that it is even getting a re-release on the Nintendo Switch and Xbox consoles sometime next year. It makes sense that GoldenEye is so beloved, seeing as it was made by Rare in 1997, right before it would make the legendary Banjo and Kazooie games. Beyond its license and movie tie-in origins, GoldenEye 007 remains one of the best games of all time, period. Saying Goodbye to Movie Tie-In Games The gaming industry has grown beyond its days of seeing video games as extensions of toys and merchandise, and as a result, movie tie-in games are a thing of the past. But that doesn’t mean they weren’t important. Before streaming services made it so you could watch movies whenever you wanted, playing the game adaptations of movies in the theater was how we could relive the best moments of these films in our homes before they came out on DVD. And as it just so happens, some of these movie tie-in games were actually good and even influenced some of the biggest gaming franchises right now. So while movie tie-in games are a thing of the past, their legacy is felt in today's great games. More in Gaming: What Will Netflix Games Look Like, and How Will Users Play Them, in 2023? What We Learned From the VR Gaming Market The Essential Guide to Sonic Characters: Friends and Foes

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