The Xbox 360, released in 2005, was a groundbreaking console that initiated the seventh generation of gaming, alongside the PS3 and Nintendo Wii. With over 2,000 games released during its 11-year lifespan, it’s time to take a trip down memory lane and revisit the top 10 best Xbox 360 games of all time.
10. Left 4 Dead 2: A Zombie Apocalypse Masterpiece
Valve’s Left 4 Dead series gained immense popularity on Steam in the late 2000s, but the second installment also made its way to the Xbox 360. Although the PC version is superior, the Xbox 360 port was a solid adaptation that played just as well. It’s refreshing to see a game designed for PCs receive the care and attention it deserves when ported to consoles.
9. Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 2: The Pinnacle of FPS Games
Modern Warfare 2, released in November 2009, is often considered the highlight of the Call of Duty series. Fans fondly remember the game’s online gameplay and captivating campaign, which featured the controversial No Russian mission. This mission, due to its graphic nature, was skippable without affecting the story.
8. Gears Of War 2: The Crown Jewel of the Franchise
Gears of War has been a flagship series for Microsoft and the Xbox brand for 15 years. Gears of War 2, released in 2008, is considered the best in the series, with a Metacritic score of 93. The game’s quality dipped in subsequent entries, especially after Epic Games stopped developing it.
7. Batman: Arkham City: A Superhero Game for the Ages
Superhero-themed games were often lackluster until the Batman Arkham series changed the game. Rocksteady Studios delivered not only one of the best superhero games of all time but also one of the best action games. Arkham City, the second entry in the series, won numerous awards and boasts a Metacritic score of 96.
6. Fable 2: A Classic RPG Worth Revisiting
With the Fable series finally being rebooted after a decade of dormancy, now is the perfect time to revisit the original trilogy. Fable 2, released in 2008, is the best of the three and the first entry on the Xbox 360. The game won numerous awards and is available on Xbox Game Pass for those looking to relive the adventure.
5. Mass Effect 2: A Sci-Fi Epic for the Ages
EA’s Mass Effect series was a standout during the seventh generation of consoles. Mass Effect 2, in particular, is one of the highest-rated games of all time on Metacritic, with a score of 96.
4. Bioshock: A Masterpiece in Gaming History
Bioshock took the gaming world by storm, earning critical acclaim and spawning two more games in the series. Although it’s unclear if we’ll see any new entries, this masterpiece remains a timeless classic.
3. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim: An Unforgettable Adventure
The Elder Scrolls series was already popular, but 2011’s Skyrim elevated it to new heights. With over 30 million copies sold and numerous ports and re-releases, Skyrim remains a beloved classic.
2. Halo 3: The Last Great Halo Game
Halo has been the flagship series of the Xbox since the original console’s launch. Halo 3, released in 2007, is considered the last great Halo game before Bungie left Microsoft and the series was handed to 343 Industries. The game’s online gameplay made the Xbox 360 a legendary console that is still talked about today.
1. Grand Theft Auto V: A Record-Breaking Phenomenon
GTA V is the second best-selling game of all time, with over 158 million units sold. It has seen numerous ports and re-releases, with the latest version coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S in 2022. As we wait for GTA 6, it’s worth revisiting this record-breaking phenomenon.
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