: A psychological horror game disguised as a dating simulator that quickly became a viral sensation for its subversive storytelling [6, 21]. Strategy & Management

: While an expansion, it was considered a prime example of post-release content that drastically improved the base game's depth [6].

: A sci-fi first-person shooter heavily inspired by Bioshock and System Shock , offering an immersive story and complex gameplay aboard a space station [16]. Action & Adventure

: A massive overhaul for the series, setting the foundation for the franchise's newer RPG-style direction in an expansive ancient Egypt [2, 29].

: A masterclass in storytelling and game design, this action RPG from Square Enix is noted for how it integrates its world-building with gameplay mechanics [21].

: Though it launched its cooperative survival mode first, it gained massive popularity in 2017 with its battle royale mode [1, 2, 34]. Indie & Unique Gems

: A sequel featuring the return of the Nemesis system, allowing players to build armies and turn all of Mordor against Sauron [2, 16]. Competitive & Multiplayer