Top 10 Xbox One All-Time Best Games

In the years since launch, the Xbox One has consistently brought some truly staggering games into our lives. While it is very difficult to narrow down the immense selection available to just 10, the list below will give you the best of the best. Whether it's a gift for someone or just some inspiration for your next game purchase, read on...

10. Doom Eternal

Armed with a shoulder-mounted flamethrower, a wrist-mounted blade and upgraded guns and abilities, the demonic invasion of Earth will be no match for you. As hordes of blood-thirsty demons come at you from every angle in this hellish horror shooter, the action comes thick and fast - be prepared for a lot of gore as you fire up your chainsaw and become an unstoppable army of one.

9. Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

Fus-ro-dah! It simply isn’t a gaming best-of list without keeping a spot for Skyrim, and for good reason. This fantasy epic – now available in everything from VR to handheld – is at its best when played on a good old-fashioned home console, and the Xbox One edition enhances the original game to staggering new heights. The living, breathing world of Tamriel is an absolute beauty on the Xbox One and still looks, feels and plays as good as ever. A masterpiece.

8. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare

“Bravo six, going dark”. After a rather mixed few years in the Call of Duty universe, Modern Warfare reboots the iconic 2007 entry with great aplomb. Boasting the most intense, fast-paced and graphically proficient campaign in the series thus far, Modern Warfare is a must-own shooter worth picking up for the story alone. The fact that the game also delivers phenomenal multiplayer is just a wonderful bonus! 

7. Resident Evil: Biohazard

Turning the iconic franchise on its head, Resident Evil: Biohazard is an exhilarating rollercoaster thrill ride that will rattle your bones and leave you breathless. Tasked with sneaking through a spooky old Louisiana mansion searching for your missing wife, you will encounter some of the most harrowing sights in modern horror gaming. Not for the faint of heart, but Biohazard is an absolute masterpiece of game design and atmosphere. 

6. Halo: Master Chief Collection

Halo needs no introduction! It just isn’t Xbox without Master Chief. Beautifully remastered, this must-own collection bundles together one of gaming’s most beloved legacies onto one disc and it is truly momentous. Being able to experience the original Halo trilogy on the Xbox One with stunning updated visuals is a feast of delights for any gamer. And with new content due to be added in December, this one is essential.

5. Fallout 4

With an unprecedented scale and a truly staggering amount of quests, collectables and levelling up, Fallout 4 is a game that will consume your life – in the best possible way. This richly designed post-apocalyptic wasteland is bursting with content, not to mention improved gunplay and combat mechanics since the critically-acclaimed Fallout 3. Fallout 4 is an essential RPG that reminds us what next-gen consoles are capable of. 

4. Red Dead Redemption II

What do you get if you take Grand Theft Auto and put it in the old West? Why you get Red Dead Redemption II of course! With breathtakingly gorgeous visuals, rich character development and one of the most engrossing stories in modern gaming, Red Dead Redemption II is a truly essential title that words cannot do justice for. Ride into Red Dead Redemption and you will be absorbed by gaming’s most authentic worlds. Yee-haw, partners! 

3. Halo Infinite

How is it enhanced: 4K, HDR

It's been a while since we've seen Master Chief on top form, but Halo Infinite is here to rectify that, and then some! This is a near-perfect homage to everything we loved from the Bungie series with a modern twist. You are set loose to traverse a vast and open world with heaps more autonomy and a wide arsenal of iconic vehicles, guns and foes. The single-player campaign shines best in the heat of battle when you really remind yourself why this game deserves to be in the run for best new shooter.

2. Grand Theft Auto V

But while Red Dead Redemption II is a staggering masterpiece in itself, GTA V is Rockstar’s finest hour. While technically part of the previous console generation, this remastered update added a surprisingly effective first-person mode and graphical enhancements that made the already stunning game truly burst off the screen. With flawless gun combat and driving mechanics and a narrative to die for, GTA V is one of the finest games of this or any generation. 

1. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

Set in a staggeringly huge and gorgeous world, The Witcher 3 is widely – and rightly – considered the finest game on the Xbox One. A masterpiece of design, storytelling and combat, you control iconic hero Geralt of Rivia as you embark on a thrilling main story and endless side-quests, each of which packed with enough excitement and intrigue to rival most games’ main narratives. An essential and rewarding example of modern gaming at its finest.

TOP 10 Xbox One Sports Games

10. WWE 2K Battlegrounds

This ridiculously over-the-top arcade brawler puts all of your favourite WWE Superstars and Legends into an in-your-face action game packed with outlandish interactive environments, exaggerated manoeuvres, special abilities and devastating power-ups. Totally throwing realism out of the window, this wonderful tribute to the joy of wrestling is an absolute riot.

9. Tennis World Tour

Tennis is one of the most under-represented sports in gaming, so it’s a good thing we have Tennis World Tour. Giving players the choice to step into the shoes of one of the 30 best players in the world across 18 different courts, you will lob, slice and topspin your way to victory in either career or arcade mode. With a focus on tactical and thoughtful play, Tennis World Tour is the thinking man’s tennis game.

8. FIFA 22

One of the most passionately designed games in the genre, FIFA 22 is loaded with real-world data to take the game’s ball physics to a new level of realism. A brand new goalkeeper system and an increased sense of control and tactics are the icing on the cake that make this strategic, tactical title a true reminder that football really is the most beautiful game. 

7. UFC 4

In UFC 4, the fighter you become is shaped by you. Through your fight style, achievements and personality, the character will be customised through a unified progression system that feels rich and rewarding. Combine that with fluid and responsive gameplay that is totally authentic to the sport along with all-new environments, and you’ve got the definitive UFC title. An absolute treat for fans of the sport.

6. PGA Tour 2K21

Featuring the most realistic courses in the series thanks to real-world scanning, everything from the fairway to the bunkers looks utterly stunning. With an all-new PGA tour Career Mode and 12 top pros to play against, PGA Tour 2K21 is a dream for golf nuts young and old - with real-time tutorials and shot suggestions, the game is accessible to new players while also creating space for pros to enhance their game with ProVision, Distance Control and other innovations.

5. MADDEN 22

With an expansive new set of features across the redeveloped Franchise Mode that puts you in charge of everything, this thrilling game allows you to take control down on the field or stay in the office to hire and manage coaching staff and dish out points to upgrade your crew, this deeply-layered sporting simulation game is perhaps the most essential NFL game yet.

4. NBA 2K22

Putting the basketball universe into your hands like never before, this remarkable and authentic-feeling game allows players to experience their own pro journey in MyCAREER mode, or fill the shoes of a powerful executive and flex your management muscles in MyNBA. Either way, the thrill of shootin’ hoops has never felt as immersive and thrilling as it does here.

3. NHL 22

In NHL 20, a staggering 45 new shot types made every attack from the AI a threat. Playing NHL 20 is a rewarding and lifelike experience as the game learns from your playstyle and attacks it with precision. This is one of the most intelligent and fully-realised sporting games, especially with the Signature Shots system making the stars look and feel more authentic than ever. A hockey fan’s dream.

2. Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2

Relive two incredible entries in the iconic Pro Skater series with this passionate remaster that brings back all the skaters, levels and tricks with stunning new visuals and mechanics. Bringing back the beloved era-defining soundtrack and all the parks we know and love, this nostalgic release is a perfect example of how you do a remaster. A truly wonderful trip down memory lane! 

1. Riders Republic

Offering a massive multiplayer playground the likes of which have not been seen before, Riders Republic lets players bike, ski, snowboard or glide across an open world sporting paradise with capacity for up to 64 simultaneous players online in the playground. There are few thrills like being the first through the finish line in an all-out mass race. A truly unique and thrilling sporting title.

TOP 10 Xbox One Action-Adventure Games

10. Lost Judgement

Lost Judgment puts players back in the sneakers of lawyer-turned-streetfighting detective Takayuki Yagami in this incredible sequel to Yakuza spin-off, Judgment. Taking place in the expansive cities Kamurocho and Isezaki Ijincho, Lost Judgment mixes immersive and visceral combat sequences with slower levels of stealth and investigation, with a result that feels like LA Noire and Street Fighter combined. A fantastic and compelling game.

9. Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy

This thrilling and colourful adventure from Square Enix puts players in control of Star-Lord, the bold and charismatic leader of the Guardians of the Galaxy. Boasting an all-new story and truly enjoyable gameplay, this thrilling adventure could just be the finest Marvel video game to date. And, unsurprisingly, the soundtrack absolutely slaps. Star-Lord would love it.

8. Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla

One of the most stunning and immersive Assassin’s Creed adventures to date, Valhalla takes players into the dark and violent Viking era. Whether you’re customising your settlement, taking on side quests or journeying through the main campaign, Valhalla is absolutely packed with things to do. Ridiculously lengthy and layered, the game is the biggest and boldest experience yet in the beloved series - and it looks absolutely gorgeous.

7. Control

As Jesse Faden, players explore the paranormal headquarters of a mysterious US agency and utilize powerful supernatural abilities in order to defeat a deadly enemy known as the Hiss, which has corrupted reality. As you explore the shifting and unpredictable world, players must develop exciting combat possibilities and master complex rituals to alter the surroundings and defeat the enemy. The result is a stunningly innovative and exciting action-adventure game.

6. Borderlands 3

Journey back into the mayhem-fuelled and chaotic world of Borderlands in this acclaimed threequel, now taking place on multiple diverse planets. While the plot is centred around stopping a pair of cult-leading twins from harnessing the power of the galaxy, it’s all rather irrelevant. This is a game built entirely around it’s unique, thrilling gameplay and it’s an absolute delight to play. With gorgeous visuals and over-the-top action, Borderlands 3 is an absolute must.

5. Watch Dogs: Legion

Feeling something like Mr. Robot directed by Guy Ritchie, this incredible London-set action romp combines all the guns and geezers of the British crime genre with all the high-tech hacking the series is known for, resulting in the series’ finest hour yet. With a richly detailed futuristic London to explore, seemingly endless playable characters and polished mechanics, this one is an absolute must for genre fans and anyone who wants to see the sights of London from the comfort of their sofa!

4. Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

Taking place in a brutal 1500s Sengoku Japan, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice puts you in the shoes of the “one-armed wolf”, a disgraced and disfigured warrior. Bound to protect a young lord, you become the target of vicious enemies and when the lord is captured, you must stop at nothing to save him. Packed with thrilling action, stunning world design and an incredible story, this is a truly cinematic and unmissable gaming experience.

3. Devil May Cry 5

With original director Hideaki Itsuno at the helm, Devil May Cry 5 is the finest entry in the beloved series in some time. As a demonic invasion unfolds, you will control three playable characters with radically different combat styles as you battle the hellish villains in Red Grave City. With photorealistic character designs and breathtaking environment effects, DMC 5 shows us what the Xbox One is capable of while also delivering a stunningly engrossing and action-packed narrative experience.

2. Tom Clancy’s The Division 2

Dropping the player in a torn and chaotic Washington DC, The Division 2’s dynamic living world evolves around the player’s actions and creates a stunning gaming experience. The game’s 40 hour+ campaign can be enjoyed alone or with up to 3 friends online and boasts an all-new progression system giving players the option to expand skills and abilities of their character. A rewarding and content-packed action-adventure and one of the best Tom Clancy games yet.

1. Resident Evil 2

Completely built up from the ground up, this spine-chilling reimaging of the 1998 classic is one of the most passionate re-releases ever. With new over-the-shoulder camera mode and a modernised control scheme, Resident Evil 2 has never played or looked better than this phenomenal update which features phenomenal and atmospheric visuals, with stunning lighting and environment features. With incredible combat mechanics and an engrossing plot, this one is an absolute masterpiece. A must-own.