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#1
Subnautica

Jan-2018 · Adventure, Indie

Gameplay 10
Overall 10
Music 9
Narrative 9.5

Jsaber's Thoughts

At the pinnacle of open world exploration sits Subnautica. It is a game that is a masterclass in open world story telling, and is perhaps one of the most immersive games to date.

The feeling of exploring a deep sea cave, the panic inducing lack of oxygen, and the traumatic horror of encountering your first leviathan class creature may all seem like negatives, yet you find yourself wanting more. For every heart pounding moment of adrenaline, there is a still moment of beauty in appreciating the (occasionally) serene waters of Subnautica.

The plot and mystery of the world is also immediately engaging and keeps you wanting to know more right up until the end, the lore and world building is nearly as deep as its oceans themselves, and while the writing may not be flawless it makes for a wonderful experience throughout the game.

#2
Outer Wilds

May-2019 · Puzzle, Simulator, Adventure, Indie

Gameplay 10
Overall 10
Music 10
Narrative 10
#3
Baldur's Gate III

Aug-2023 · Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS)

Gameplay 10
Overall 9.5
Music 9
Narrative 9
#4
Kerbal Space Program

Apr-2015 · Simulator, Indie

Gameplay 10
Overall 9.5
Music 8.5
Narrative -
#5
Hades II

Sep-2025 · Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure, Indie

Gameplay 9.5
Overall 9
Music -
Narrative -
#6
Roboquest

Nov-2023 · Shooter, Indie

Gameplay 9.5
Overall 9
Music 8
Narrative 7
#7
Hades

Sep-2020 · Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure, Indie

Gameplay 9.5
Overall 9
Music 9
Narrative 8
#8
Slay the Spire

Jan-2019 · Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Adventure, Indie, Card & Board Game

Gameplay 9.5
Overall 9
Music 5.5
Narrative -
#9
Slay the Spire II

Mar-2026 · Strategy, Indie, Card & Board Game

Gameplay 9.5
Overall 9.5
Music 5
Narrative -
#10
Abiotic Factor

Jul-2025 · Shooter, Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Adventure, Indie

Gameplay 9
Overall 9
Music 8
Narrative 8.5