Gaming holds the distinguished honor of being the most immersive medium around. After all, no movie or TV show can boast that its viewers can directly influence the actions of the main characters. Video games thrive here since players themselves have all the tools in the world to progress their narratives, complete objectives, and just have a ton of fun.
This heightened level of immersion also means that some games have the potential to take players for a wild ride indeed. After all, the industry has evolved by leaps and bounds, to the bound where simplistic narratives have evolved into blockbuster tales that will leave players on the edge of their seats until they finish the entire experience. The following titles do a great job of showing the potential of games as emotional roller coasters.
10 Star Wars: Knights Of The Old Republic
For a game that is almost two decades old, it's amazing to see just how relevant Knights of the Old Republic really is. After all, not many classics are getting the proper remake treatment, and most people won't argue against this game deserving it either.
The title is a narrative roller coaster that shows BioWare at its very best. At the heart of this plot is a masterfully-crafted twist that will leave players reeling after understanding their true origins.
9 Final Fantasy 7
Final Fantasy 7 is one of the most legendary video games of all time. This title was single-handedly responsible for popularizing the wave of JRPGs on the original PlayStation, with its amazing world, memorable characters, and massive scope driving an unforgettable experience.
The remake of this game has also been received warmly, meaning that more and more people can get into this amazing title as well. It's a brilliant experience that no one should miss out on, especially if they're fans of turn-based combat.
8 BioShock
BioShock is a first-person narrative-driven experience that kickstarted one of the most popular video game trilogies around. Most people remember the third game as the best of the lot, but a sizeable portion of the fanbase still considers the first game to be the best experience of the lot.
After all, the plot was amazing in this game and threw people in for a loop. Seeing this story through all the way to the very end made for one of the best video game moments of all time.
7 Prey
Prey came from nowhere and established itself as one of the best immersive sims to come out, even though it attached itself to an IP that was retconned after a single entry. However, that's a small gripe for what is a brilliant experience.
The amazing atmospheric horror and tight gameplay made for the best part of the entire game. However, it's when players reach the end of the game that this title really messes with their minds, revealing a sinister truth that is going to make the sequels pretty interesting indeed... if any are made, that is.
6 Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare
Nowadays, most people consider Call of Duty to be nothing more than a hamfisted annual release that is only made to mint as much money as possible. However, fans of the series still remember its glory days, with Modern Warfare arguably being the peak of the series.
The game featured one of the best campaigns in any FPS game, featuring several unforgettable moments and notable characters. Watching the nuclear strike and its aftermath still makes for one of the most shocking moments in any video game.
5 The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
CD Projekt Red might not have the greatest reputation right now, but the peak of the Witcher series was when everyone in the industry revered this company. The third game in this trilogy was an amazing video game that players still can't get enough of to this day.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a one-of-a-kind experience that every fan should check out. The game and its expansions are absolutely amazing and still hold up incredibly well.
4 Undertale
Undertale is the very definition of an indie gem. The game looked pretty boring at first glance before players got into the meat of the title and realizes just how brilliant this title really was.
Undertale's Neutral Route might be pretty decent in its own right, but the title absolutely shines in both its Pacifist and Genocide Routes. Both these paths show just how much love was put into this title, with the narrative taking wild turns with each Route.
3 Red Dead Redemption 2
The tale of Arthur Morgan in Red Dead Redemption 2 is considered by many to be one of the best narratives ever told in a video game. It's easy to see why this is the case, given how epic and lengthy this blockbuster story really is.
Red Dead Redemption 2 doesn't waste any time in letting players know they're in for a wild ride. Interacting with the residents of the world while functioning as a part of Dutch's gang makes for an unforgettable experience indeed.
2 The Last Of Us
After their work on the Uncharted series, most of the gaming world was waiting with bated breath to see what else Naughty Dog had to offer. They managed to deliver in spades with The Last of Us, which was an absolute revolutionary video game title for its time.
The duo of Joel and Ellie is an absolute joy to engage with throughout the game. It helps that their story feels mature and well-written, making all the hard-hitting moments even more impactful.
1 Telltale's The Walking Dead
Telltale's name might not be associated with success now, but there was a time when the company's powers were at their very peak. A major reason for this was the runaway success of The Walking Dead, which is still their most popular video game to date.
Lee and Clementine are two of the best characters in gaming, which makes the fate of the former harder to digest. People who completed the game definitely shed a tear or two during the game's emotional ending, which is easily one of the most heartbreaking conclusions in gaming history.