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Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Breath of the Wild was my favorite game of all time until the sequel came out. It improved upon every aspect of the first, and the build ability in this game makes the possibilities almost endless.
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God of War: Ragnarok - As a father, they really sucked me into the first game, but this one completed the story with such a bang that I can’t help but admire every aspect of it. The combat in this game is some of the best I’ve ever played. It just feels so satisfying.
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Horizon Zero Dawn - While I did love the sequel, the story just wasn’t as good as the first. Better combat for sure, but there’s no way they could pack the same punch like they did in the first. Absolutely awe-inspiring graphics paired with a stellar story made for an unforgettable experience.
You’re not wrong. My top games have evolved as technology has advanced and previous successes have been built upon. My original favorite was Ocarina of Time and then Windwaker, but I can’t deny that the newer games are better than these even though they were revolutionary for their time. I loved Half Life 2 and Halo and LOTR Return of the King. They were amazing epic games, but standing side-by-side with the games I’ve played recently, I’d have to give the edge to the newer games. Just my personal preference.