Since its release in November 2013, hundreds of games have been released for the Xbox One. Yet, this eighth-generation console has seen some titles do better than others. In this article, we look at what are the top rated Xbox One games to ever be released.<\/p>\n
Developer:<\/strong> CD Projekt Red<\/p>\n Publisher:<\/strong> CD Projekt<\/p>\n Release Date:<\/strong> May 19, 2015<\/p>\n Genre:<\/strong> Action role-playing<\/p>\n Metacritic score:<\/strong> 91\/100<\/p>\n The Witcher 3 Gameplay<\/p>\n It\u2019s no surprise to see The Witcher 3<\/em> make the list of the top rated Xbox One games, and we have talked about how great this game is before in a list of the best RPG games to play right now.<\/p>\n This single player medieval fantasy game is played from third-person perspective, and will leave you feeling completely immersed through its engaging story, charming characters, and stunningly colorful visuals.<\/p>\n From Geralt\u2019s light-hearted quips to a combat system that rivals the Assassin\u2019s Creed<\/em> series, this game has it all. If you haven\u2019t tried it yet, believe the hype. This game is one of the best to ever be released, on all the platforms it has graced.<\/p>\n Developer:<\/strong> Giant Sparrow<\/p>\n Publisher:<\/strong> Annapurna Interactive<\/p>\n Release Date:<\/strong> July 19, 2017<\/p>\n Genre:<\/strong> Adventure<\/p>\n Metacritic score:<\/strong> 92\/100<\/p>\n What Remains of Edith Finch \u2013 Gameplay<\/p>\n What Remains of Edith Finch<\/em> was one of the highlights of 2017 for the gaming industry, and the dramatic retelling Edith\u2019s family history became a masterpiece of narrative-driven gaming.<\/p>\n The game plays as a first-person exploration adventure, in which Edith visits her family home in Washington to learn about a curse that has burdened the Finch family for generations. To do this, Edith visits the bedrooms of deceased family members to look for secrets about their past.<\/p>\n The game was well received and was given numerous gaming awards in 2017, including the \u2018Best Narrative\u2019 trophy at The Game Awards 2017.<\/p>\n Developer:<\/strong> Larian Studios<\/p>\n Publisher:<\/strong> Bandai Namco Entertainment<\/p>\n Release Date:<\/strong> August 31, 2018<\/p>\n Genre:<\/strong> Role-playing<\/p>\n Metacritic score:<\/strong> 92\/100<\/p>\n Divinity II \u2013 Original Sin Gameplay<\/p>\n This game is the much-anticipated sequel to the 2014 title Divinity: Original Sin,<\/em> and it betters it in a lot of ways. The game is widely considered to be one of the best role-playing games of all time.<\/p>\n Divinity II<\/em> is a game rich with folklore and character backstories, and has the potential to keep you occupied for weeks on end. For those who have been looking for a world similar to Skyrim to get lost and immersed in, the fantasy world of Rivellon could be what you\u2019re after.<\/p>\n It is not surprising to find Divinity: Original Sin II<\/em> on the list of top rated Xbox One games of all time, and this masterpiece is a game that you simply must try if you are fan of the role-playing genre.<\/p>\n Developer:<\/strong> Playground Games<\/p>\n Publisher:<\/strong> Microsoft Studios<\/p>\n Release Date:<\/strong> October 2, 2018<\/p>\n Genre:<\/strong> Racing<\/p>\n Metacritic score:<\/strong> 92\/100<\/p>\n Forza Horizon 4 \u2013 Gameplay<\/p>\n Forza Horizon 4<\/em> is the only racing game on this list, but it fully warrants its place as one of the top rated Xbox One games of all time.<\/p>\n It is an open world racing game that is set in a fictionalised version of the United Kingdom. In this game, players can race their way through, Edinburgh, the Cotswolds, and the Lake District. You can also design your own races using the game\u2019s route creator.<\/p>\n Its rare for a racing game to be so high in lists of highly-ranked games, but Forza Horizon 4<\/em> combines stunning environments with realistic driving mechanics to make one of the best racing games of recent memory.<\/p>\n Developer:<\/strong> Playdead<\/p>\n Publisher:<\/strong> Playdead<\/p>\n Release Date:<\/strong> June 29, 2017<\/p>\n Genre:<\/strong> Puzzle-platformer, adventure<\/p>\n Metacritic score:<\/strong> 93\/100<\/p>\n INSIDE \u2013 Gameplay<\/p>\n INSIDE<\/em> was a welcome surprise to the indie gaming scene in mid-2017, and it stood out from the rest with its unique environmental puzzle solving and sense of adventure. It is seen as the spiritual successor to the 2010 game Limbo,<\/em> and was partially funded by the Danish Film institute.<\/p>\n In the game, the player controls an unnamed boy who explores a dystopian world. The game is charming and surreal, utilising a dark atmosphere with sparse and intermittent color to highlight environmental features.<\/p>\n Navigating the puzzles and avoiding the multitude of ways to die becomes an engaging and rewarding task, and the game is highly addictive with great replay value.<\/p>\n Developer:<\/strong> Capcom R&D Division 1<\/p>\n Publisher:<\/strong> Capcom<\/p>\n Release Date:<\/strong> January 25, 2019<\/p>\n Genre:<\/strong> Survival horror<\/p>\n Metacritic score:<\/strong> 93\/100<\/p>\n Resident Evil 2 \u2013 Gameplay<\/p>\n The remake of Resident Evil 2<\/em> was everything we hoped for, and more. It incorporates the same feel as the original, while adding some great new features such as a different camera angle and much-improved graphics.<\/p>\n As of the 1998 original wasn\u2019t scary enough, the 2019 version amplifies that terror with its smooth and crisp gameplay. Following Leon and Claire through Racoon City has never felt so real and you will feel immersed within the zombie apocalypse.<\/p>\n With a good mix of problem solving and combat, the gameplay in this survival horror is both fun and edgy. If you haven\u2019t tried the remake yet, you should. There is a reason why Resident Evil 2<\/em> is one of the top rated games for the Xbox One.<\/p>\n Developer:<\/strong> Matt Makes Games<\/p>\n Publisher:<\/strong> Matt Makes Games<\/p>\n Release Date:<\/strong> January 25, 2018<\/p>\n Genre:<\/strong> Platform<\/p>\n Metacritic score:<\/strong> 94\/100<\/p>\n Celeste \u2013 Gameplay<\/p>\n Another indie platform game to make the list of top rated Xbox One games, and for good reason. Celeste<\/em> is a creative and refreshing take on the platform genre.<\/p>\n Players take on the role of Madeline as she tries to ascend Celeste Mountain while avoiding a multitude of obstacles. Madeline can run, jump, climb and dash through the air in her quest to get to the top. The game\u2019s mechanics are particularly pleasing, as is the challenge the game presents \u2013 it\u2019s not easy.<\/p>\n Every so often an indie game comes along and wows the gaming world, Celeste<\/em> is one of such games and you should take a chance on it, if you haven\u2019t already.<\/p>\n Developer:<\/strong> Kojima Productions<\/p>\n Publisher:<\/strong> Konami Digital Entertainment<\/p>\n Release Date:<\/strong> September 1, 2015<\/p>\n Genre:<\/strong> Action-adventure, stealth<\/p>\n Metacritic score:<\/strong> 95\/100<\/p>\n Metal Gear Solid V \u2013 Gameplay<\/p>\n Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain<\/em> was one of the first true triple A titles to be released for eighth generation consoles, and the game still holds up as one of the best.<\/p>\n Set nine years after the events of the standalone prologue Ground Zeroes<\/em>, the game follows \u201cVenom\u201d Snake as he attempts to get revenge on those who almost killed him during the end of previous title.<\/p>\n Fans of stealth and action-adventure will love this game, as it is hard to think of a series combines the two genres so expertly. The story is powerful and engaging, and the gameplay is advanced in terms of mechanics and AI. This is a must-try for those who haven\u2019t played it yet.<\/p>\n Developer:<\/strong> Rockstar North<\/p>\n Publisher:<\/strong> Rockstar Games<\/p>\n Release Date:<\/strong> September 17, 2013<\/p>\n Genre:<\/strong> Action-adventure<\/p>\n Metacritic score:<\/strong> 97\/100<\/p>\n GTA V \u2013 Gameplay<\/p>\n Rockstar Games truly have a knack for creating immersive and alive open world environments, and San Andreas is the best yet in the Grand Theft Auto<\/em> series.<\/p>\n You can explore the huge world from both first-person and third-person perspective, choosing between a variety of transport methods to get from place to place. Whilst the storyline is both fun and extensive, it\u2019s possible that you\u2019ll end up spending most of your time just exploring the urban and rural settings found in San Andreas.<\/p>\n Whether playing as Trevor, Franklin, or Michael, each character will offer you something different, and it is no surprise to see Grand Theft Auto V<\/em> rank highly on the top rated Xbox One games of all time.<\/p>\n Developer:<\/strong> Rockstar Studios<\/p>\n Publisher:<\/strong> Rockstar Games<\/p>\n Release Date:<\/strong> October 26, 2018<\/p>\n Genre:<\/strong> Action-adventure<\/p>\n Metacritic score:<\/strong> 97\/100<\/p>\n Red Dead Redemption 2 \u2013 Gameplay<\/p>\n For those who played the original title from Rockstar Games, it was difficult to contain the excitement and anticipation when Red Dead Redemption 2<\/em> was released in late 2019. The game met and surpassed all expectations.<\/p>\n This Wild West game The dynamic world of Red Dead Redemption 2<\/em> is so huge and rich in diversity that players are still finding new ways to play now. The game is, arguably, the greatest open world role-playing game available on any video gaming platform, and it totally deserves to be number one in the top rated Xbox One games of all time.<\/p>\n \nIf you liked reading this list of the top rated Xbox One games, you might also like to check out our review of the best selling video game consoles ever released.<\/p>\n What is your favorite Xbox One game? Is it on this list? Let us know in the comments section and join our Blog of Games\u00a0video game blog community. If you have any questions, please get in touch below or contact me at richard@blogofgames.com.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Since its release in November 2013, hundreds of games have been released for the Xbox One. 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What Remains of Edith Finch<\/h3>\n
8. Divinity: Original Sin II \u2013 Definitive Edition<\/h3>\n
7. Forza Horizon 4<\/h3>\n
6. INSIDE<\/h3>\n
5. Resident Evil 2<\/h3>\n
4. Celeste<\/h3>\n
3. Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain<\/h3>\n
2. Grand Theft Auto V<\/h3>\n
1. Red Dead Redemption 2<\/h3>\n
\nis set in a vast open world at the end of the 18th Century in the American frontier. Players take on the role of gun-slinging outlaw, Arthur Morgan, who is a member of the notorious Van Der Linde gang.<\/p>\nWhich game would you add to the top rated Xbox\u00a0One games?<\/h3>\n