Game Informer, one of the leading gaming magazines in the world, has revealed the results of its reader vote for the best games of 2023. The vote was open to all the readers of the magazine and the website, who could submit their personal list of the top five games of the year. The results were then compiled and announced in the latest issue of the magazine, which also features the editors’ picks for the best games of 2023.
The most voted game by the readers of Game Informer was The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, the long-awaited sequel to the critically acclaimed Breath of the Wild. The game was released in May 2023 for the Nintendo Switch, and it received universal praise for its stunning open world, its engaging story, its innovative gameplay mechanics, and its faithful homage to the Zelda franchise. The game also won several awards from other media outlets, including the Game of the Year award from The Game Awards.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom was followed by Baldur’s Gate 3, the epic role-playing game developed by Larian Studios and based on the Dungeons & Dragons universe. The game was released in October 2023 for PC and consoles, and it was hailed as one of the best RPGs of all time, thanks to its rich and immersive story, its deep and complex gameplay, its gorgeous graphics, and its extensive modding support. The game also featured a multiplayer mode that allowed players to cooperate or compete with each other in various scenarios.
The third place in the reader vote was taken by Jusant, the charming climbing game developed by a small indie studio called Climber Games. The game was released in June 2023 for PC and Switch, and it surprised everyone with its simple yet addictive gameplay, its colorful and whimsical art style, its relaxing and soothing soundtrack, and its heartfelt and humorous story. The game also had a social aspect, as players could share their climbing adventures and tips with other players online.
The Other Top Games Of 2023 According To The Readers Of Game Informer
The reader vote also revealed the other top games of 2023 according to the readers of Game Informer. The list included games from various genres, platforms, and developers, showing the diversity and quality of the gaming industry in 2023. Here are the other top games of 2023 according to the readers of Game Informer:
- Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, the highly anticipated remake of the classic JRPG, which expanded and improved the original game with new content, features, and graphics.
- The Finals, the inventive multiplayer shooter from Embark Studios, which combined fast-paced action, strategic teamwork, and destructible environments.
- Horizon Forbidden West, the sequel to the acclaimed action-adventure game, which continued the story of Aloy and her quest to explore a post-apocalyptic world full of robotic creatures.
- Resident Evil Village, the eighth main installment in the survival horror series, which returned to the first-person perspective and introduced new enemies, locations, and gameplay elements.
- Halo Infinite, the sixth main installment in the sci-fi shooter series, which revived the franchise with a new story, a new engine, and a new multiplayer mode.
- Cyberpunk 2077, the ambitious and controversial RPG from CD Projekt Red, which finally delivered a satisfying and stable experience after several patches and updates.
- Ghost Of Tsushima: Director’s Cut, the enhanced version of the samurai action game, which added new content, features, and graphics, as well as a PS5 upgrade.
- Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, the latest entry in the platformer series, which showcased the power of the PS5 with its stunning visuals, smooth gameplay, and dimensional rifts.
The Readers Of Game Informer Also Shared Their Opinions On Other Categories
The reader vote also asked the readers of Game Informer to share their opinions on other categories, such as the best horror game, the best indie game, the best VR game, the best mobile game, and the best gaming moment of 2023. The results were as follows:
- The best horror game of 2023 was Resident Evil Village, followed by The Medium and Little Nightmares II.
- The best indie game of 2023 was Jusant, followed by Hades and Spiritfarer.
- The best VR game of 2023 was Half-Life: Alyx, followed by Star Wars: Squadrons and Beat Saber.
- The best mobile game of 2023 was Genshin Impact, followed by Among Us and Call of Duty: Mobile.
- The best gaming moment of 2023 was the final boss fight in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, followed by the reveal of Sephiroth in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and the ending of Cyberpunk 2077.
The reader vote was a great way to celebrate the best games of 2023 and to hear from the gaming community. The readers of Game Informer showed their passion and enthusiasm for gaming, and their choices reflected the diversity and quality of the gaming industry in 2023.