Video game developers have been creating groundbreaking achievements in digital entertainment since the very first personal computers and consoles made their way to homes across the world in the 1970s. Decades of innovation and technological advancements have allowed the home video game industry to thrive and continually produce games with immersive and memorable experiences.
Today’s generation of games in particular call upon graphically stunning settings, contain beautifully composed soundtracks, tell intricate, intense, and often emotional stories, and offer both satisfying and inventive approaches to gameplay. Some of the games that were released this year alone are evidence that we’re seeing a whole new era of gaming unfold.
These are just a few of the games from this year that show incredible potential and provide countless hours of enjoyment.
HOGWARTS LEGACY
Developer: Avalanche Software
Publisher: Warner Bros. Games
Released: Feb. 10, 2023
Available On: Windows, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch (after Nov. 14, 2023)
Multiple video games made their debuts during the height of the film era—and none of them ever came close to capturing the magic of the. It takes place in the 1800s, long before Harry Potter and the gang attended the famous school of witchcraft and wizardry. Players use the extensive character creation options to craft and customize their appearance, and then proceed on a journey to uncover the truth about their extraordinary abilities.
