[ALL] What is your most underrated game so far?

[SethMode]

So we're coming up on the season of the empty wallet, with just a shit load of insanely awesome, must buy looking games coming out.

My question to you douches is: what is your underrated game of the year?

Context isn't important, unless you're a retard and say "Durrr Madden 12!" Just, was it an overlooked game in your eyes, why, and why you think it shouldn't have been.

For me, the winner is fucking Shadows of the Damned. Holy balls the game is fun as shit, the writing is ludicrous (in a good way), and the music is great (all to be expected with that Japanese trifecta). To me, it is both the example of why Japan can make good games, and why Japan is dying as a games developing country (or at least, a good games developing country -- please don't focus on that point).

I'm curious not only because I'm bored but also because I want to know if I've missed anything that I might like.

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[Macken]

Deadliest Warrior

 

[KINGOFOOTBALL]

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Youre the last pick in the NFL draft.


I wish I could find an underrated game. Everything Ive tried last year has been nothing but blockbuster sequels none of which have lived up to the hype.

 

[Swarley]

Dead Island. Over the summer this game seemed to be dropping way down on peoples lists after E3. Hell, even I wasn't going to pick it up. Definitely glad I did though, this game has been nonstop fun. Not your typical zombie game. The open world makes it fun and the RPG aspect of the game pulls me in like crazy. I haven't had this much fun with a zombie game since Left 4 Dead 1, and this game is nothing like the piece of crap Dead Rising 2.

 

[padman59]

I don't think underrated is quite the term given it's critical reception, but it seems like a lot of people passed on Deus Ex: Human Revolution to get ready for the smorgasbord of upcoming games. This game offers a lot with multiple ways to complete missions, upgrading your character's abilities, and giving the player the ability to play how they want. There are some flaws (see: boss fights), but it's an enjoyable experience throughout.

 

[jms493]

Dungeon Hunter: Alliance. I wasn't expecting much but playing coop was a blast.

 

[killgod]

Dungeon Hunter: Alliance. I wasn't expecting much but playing coop was a blast.

really? I was bored to tears outside of one level, but I knew you wanted me to slag through it with you so I did.

<3

 

[Buzzman]

Bulletstorm. Didn't sell well, wasn't really received all that well, but my god was that the best time I had with a game since Enslaved almost a year prior.

 

[A Tasty Burgerr]

I don't think underrated is quite the term given it's critical reception, but it seems like a lot of people passed on Deus Ex: Human Revolution to get ready for the smorgasbord of upcoming games. This game offers a lot with multiple ways to complete missions, upgrading your character's abilities, and giving the player the ability to play how they want. There are some flaws (see: boss fights), but it's an enjoyable experience throughout.

This pretty much sums up my thoughts. I came very close to passing it up entirely and if it wouldn't have gone on sale there's no way I would have gotten to it before Christmas. Like I said in the game's thread the amount of depth is something you rarely see in an "action-RPG". It is right up there with Portal 2 for my favorite game of the year so far.

That being said, I haven't played very many games at all this year, and I have a very strong feeling that Shadows of the Damned is underrated even though I haven't played it.

 

[StealthShot]

Have to go with Dead Space 2 here I have yet to play it but from people then did they loved it, it's kinda like this game never even came out this year.

 

[ThomasTomasz]

A lot of people are going to miss on Deus Ex, and its a shame. I just started playing (finally got time) and it is not disappointing me.

I also think that so many reviewers slammed Duke Nukem Forever, but its a solid game. Nothing spectacular, but it is Duke. Its definitely worth a pick up to play through it.

 

[Maynard]

A lot of people are going to miss on Deus Ex, and its a shame. I just started playing (finally got time) and it is not disappointing me.
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Deus Ex is my choice too. Great game. alot of fun and alot of stealth

 

[Twigg4075]

Dungeon Hunter: Alliance. I wasn't expecting much but playing coop was a blast.

Agreed. I'm not sure it's my most underrated but it's definitely up there. Loved that game.