Summary
Metacritic released its list of the top-rated video games of 2025. The list highlights games known for their innovation, storytelling, and visuals across different platforms. The Legend of Zelda games and Hades II are among the top-ranked entries.
Key Facts
- "The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom" for Nintendo Switch 2 tops the list with a Metascore of 95.
- A remastered version of "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild" also achieved a Metascore of 95.
- "Hades II" by Supergiant Games received a score of 95, expanding on its mythological universe.
- "Clair Obscur: Expedition 33" earned a Metascore of 92 and is noted for its emotional depth.
- "Blue Prince" was praised for its dynamic narrative structure, receiving a Metascore of 92.
- "Donkey Kong Bananza" revitalized the classic franchise, scoring 91.
- "Hollow Knight: Silksong" and its detailed indie game design earned a score of 90.
- The Talos Principle: Reawakened explores complex themes in gaming, scoring 89.
