We’re more than halfway through 2022, but for gamers, the best is yet to come. And that’s saying something because all things considered, it’s been a fantastic year for video games.
The expected hits— Horizon Forbidden West, Elden Ring, Kirby and the Forgotten Land—lived up to expectations. But there were also the hidden gems, like beat ‘em up Sifu and skateboarding extravaganza OlliOlliWorld. There were story-driven interactive games like The Quarry. There were nostalgia-fests like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge. The sheer variety of bangers is impressive—so many genres, so many gameplay experiences, so little time. And the best part? There’s more in store for the next half of the year if those weren’t enough for you.
Here are our picks for the 10 most anticipated video games for the rest of 2022, including one—Stray—that launches this week. And these are just the ones we know about; there’s always a chance that an indie game will come along, surprise us, and exceed them all.