The best games of 2020: don't miss these must-see titles

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It's been a phenomenal year for video games, making it difficult to pick the best games of 2020. The launch of the PS5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S consoles have also added to a host of other riches for gamers to enjoy, offering all-new versions that harness the power of next-generation systems and unique capabilities. The new consoles have also breathed new life into old titles with backwards compatibility and free next-gen upgrades. So we've been pretty spoiled as gamers, but still managed to narrow down the best games of 2020 that you might have missed or just want to check out into a short list. Of course, we can't include everything here, but these titles were particularly praised by the TechRadar team. From emotional roller coasters to immersive virtual worlds to wonderful everyday distractions, these are the best games of 2020.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons

(Image credit: Nintendo) Animal Crossing: New Horizons is the first new entry in the mainline Animal Crossing series in almost eight years, and the first playable entry on Nintendo Switch, and it was definitely worth the wait. Animal Crossing: New Horizons is full of charm and is the perfect game for those who want to relax and take things at their own pace. It's familiar and fresh, deftly blending the nice old parts of the series with much-needed updates and much more depth than we've seen before. Check out our full Animal Crossing review. Release Date: March 20, 2020 Best Animal Crossing Deals of the Day Animal Crossing: New Leaf Animal Crossing: New Leaf

Crash Bandicoot 4: About Time

(Image credit: Activision) After a 22-year hiatus, the cheeky marsupial returns in Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time, and he's doing well. Crash Bandicoot 4 recaptures the magic of the late '90s platformer that helped PlayStation find its footing in the battle against Nintendo, and proves that with the right developer, classic titles can be rebooted for modern audiences without lose all the elements that made them so successful in the first place. Check out our full review of Crash Bandicoot 4 - it's about time. Release Date: October 2, 2020 Today's best deals on Crash Bandicoot 4 - It's about time Crash Bandicoot 4 This is...

Demon souls

(Image credit: Sony Interactive Entertainment) A game that revels in your demise, Demon's Souls isn't for everyone, but the rewards are plentiful for those with the patience and skills to persevere. It's also one of the few PS5 exclusives available and a visual showcase for the system. Sure, it's a remake of a PS3 game, but it's never felt and played this good, especially using the game's 60fps-focused performance mode. Check out our full Demon's Souls review. Release Date: November 19, 2020 Today's Best Deals Demon's Souls (PS5) Demon's Souls - PlayStation 5 Demon's Souls Standard... Demon's Souls - PlayStation 5

Dreams

(Image credit: Sony) Dreams feels less like a game than a platform. Developed by Media Molecule, the creators of Little Big Planet, Dreams allows players to play, create and share worlds, games, artwork, music and more. All of this content is created in Dreams, which provides players with a wealth of tools to be creative. But if you're not quite an artist, you can just enjoy the amazing (and sometimes weird) creations of others. Release Date: February 14, 2020 Today's Best Dreams: PS4 Dreams Deals, Sony, PlayStation 4,...

Tsushima ghost

(Image credit: Sucker Punch Productions / Sony) Ghost of Tsushima is the winner of TechRadar's coveted Game of the Year award, and it's easy to see why. The game is simply stunning to look at, and owners of HDR-capable displays will be treated to a real taste of what the technology can do. From the game's elegant and satisfying swordplay to the gripping story and initiative system that guides the wind, Ghost of Tsushima is the perfect swan song for PS4. The good news is that it runs even better on PS5 thanks to its 60fps performance mode, so there's really no excuse not to play. Check out our full Ghost of Tsushima review. Today's best Ghost of Tsushima deals

Ori and the will of the wisps

(Image credit: Microsoft) Ori and the Blind Forest was arguably one of the best Xbox One games when it released back in 2015, so hopes were high when a sequel was announced. Ori and the Will of the Wisps not only lives up to the original, but improves on it in every way. From a lavish art style to a revised and dramatically improved combat system, Ori and Will of the Wisps will test your gaming skills and fire you up with its emotional story. Release Date: March 10, 2020 Ori and the Will of the Wisps...

Eternal damnation

(Image credit: iD Software) Doom is back and it's the best it's ever been. Doom Eternal not only has all the bloody, gore-filled fun we've come to expect from a Doom game, but it also adds a ton of new RPG-like elements that we didn't even know we needed. If you're looking for a game that doesn't focus too much on storytelling and push you to slay demons, then Doom Eternal is one you can't miss. Check out our full Doom Eternal review. Release Date: March 20, 2020 Today's Best Bethesda Doom Eternal Deals DOOM Eternal: Standard... DOOM Eternal Standard Edition...

Half Life: Alyx

(Image credit: Valve) Some feared that Half-Life: Alyx, one of Valve's first VR games and the first new entry in the series in over a decade, might not live up to expectations. . But, without a doubt, it's a Half-Life game that fills the spacious shoes Valve left behind in 2007. It's that good. It is, like its ancestors, a mind-blowing ride with a physical system to die for. The clever and mind-bending science puzzles you're used to in PC games? They're here. Tense escapes through zombie-infested death pits that strike terror better than most horror games? Alyx has this in droves. Release Date: March 23, 2020 Today's best Half-Life: Alyx deals

The last of us 2

(Image credit: Naughty Dog) An exciting and gripping game, The Last of Us 2 explores gray areas of morality like we've never seen before. It improves on the first game in every way, with an open world to explore, sublime graphics, and a compelling narrative worthy of the big screen. While we're still waiting for a PS5 update or remaster, this is one defining PS4 game you won't want to miss. Check out our full review of The Last of Us 2. Release Date: June 19, 2020 Today's best deals The Last of Us 2 The Last of Us Part II -... The Last of Us Part II, Sony, ... The Last of Us Part II -... The Last of Us Part II -...

Resident Evil 3

(Image credit: Capcom) Following the huge success of Resident Evil 7 and its Resident Evil 2 remake, Capcom remade Resident Evil 3 and totally nailed it. With its fast-paced action, great graphics, and of course, terrifying zombies; Resident Evil 3 remake is one of the best games of 2020. Also, you get the asymmetrical multiplayer survival horror Resident Evil: Resistance as part of the package. Check out our full Resident Evil 3 review. Release Date: April 3, 2020 Today's best Resident Evil 3 (2020) deals Resident Evil 3 Xbox One (UK) Resident Evil 3 - Xbox One

Final Fantasy 7 remake

(Image credit: Square Enix) The FF7 remake had the impossible task of satisfying people's memories of a 23-year-old RPG classic, while only tackling less than a third of its original story. It succeeds in many ways, especially in its combat, which finally shows how the Final Fantasy series can integrate the complexity of turn-based battles into its real-time action. While the side quests are slow and the deviations from the original game prove divisive, it ultimately gives fans what they're asking for. Check out our full Final Fantasy 7 Remake review. Release Date: April 10, 2020 Today's Best Final Fantasy VII Remake Deals Final Fantasy VII: Remake -...

Streets of Rage 4

(Image credit: Dotemu) It's been 25 years since gamers have faced off against countless thugs like Axel Stone and Blaze Fielding, but Streets of Rage 4 emphatically proves that Sega's once-dormant series still can't be beaten. It manages to feel brand new yet instantly familiar, which is helped in no small part by the multitude of unlockable content focused on previous games. With its phenomenal soundtrack and super satisfying combo system, you'll find yourself hitting the streets again and again. Release Date: April 30, 2020