Top 10 best AAA games you should definitely play in 2023

Gaming has become a major platform of entertainment all over the world in the past few decades, and AAA games are at the core of the platform's ever-growing popularity. Triple-A or AAA games offer gamers all the things they love, such as incredible visuals, high-quality audio, great storylines, and much more. Overall, these high-budget games from renowned production studios are designed to provide an ultra-immersive experience for players, taking them on a long joyride on their PC or gaming consoles.

So, this article is for you whether you are a casual gamer or a hardcore one looking to invest your leisure hours in AAA games this year! In this piece, we are counting down the top 10 best AAA games that you should definitely try in 2023. Check them out right below!

Top 10 best AAA games to try in 2023

Now, before we proceed to the list of the top 10 best AAA games to try in 2023, it is worth mentioning that some of the games on this list have been released much earlier. However, as we are going through the best AAA games that one can try out, we think that you should know about them. With that being said, let's move on to our top picks for the top 10 best AAA games to try in 2023 right below:

10. Minecraft Dungeons: Ultimate Edition

Minecraft Dungeons from Mojang Studios would be the perfect game for you if you like RPGs, an action-adventure experience, and well, Minecraft. This Triple-A title is set in the blocky and uber-popular Minecraft universe and allows the player to take the role of a protagonist who needs to save the world from the clutches of Arch-Illager, a cruel antagonist in Minecraft Dungeons.

Apart from the impeccable gameplay and set pieces, Minecraft Dungeons provides an immersive action-adventure experience for players of all age groups. Moreover, players have the option to go through the dungeons alone in single-player mode or team up with up to 4 friends to take on the evil minions and bosses in this incredible AAA title. Furthermore, unlike the original Minecraft, Minecraft Dungeons has a set storyline and a linear progression.

So, if you are intrigued and want to get into the universe of Minecraft Dungeons, we'd recommend getting the Ultimate Edition, which includes all 6 additional DLCs (Downloadable Content) aside from the base game.

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9. Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade

Back in 1997, Final Fantasy VII became the first AAA title in the gaming industry, coining the term "AAA" (Triple-A) for games at the time. So, you know that you cannot go wrong with the upgraded version of the official remake of Final Fantasy VII: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade. It is surely one of the top AAA games in the market.

Set in a dystopian metropolis named Midgar, the game puts the player in the shoes of Cloud Strife, a member of an eco-terrorist group that is trying to fight megacorporations from depleting the planet's core resources. The Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade not only provides enhanced visuals compared to the FF7R title but also introduces a new story arc with Yuffie Kisaragi as the main character.

So, if you are into cyberpunky set pieces and hardcore action, you should absolutely try out Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade (that is a mouthful, truly!).

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8. Crysis Remastered

Now, if you are a fan of first-person shooters (FPS), Crysis Remastered is a AAA title that you should try out this year. The game is a remake of the 2007 title Crysis and is part of a Remastered-trilogy from Crytek, the original developers of the primary title.

Set in an island chain in North Korea, Crysis Remastered puts the player in control of a group of military experts armed with special "nanosuits" to take on hostile forces, including the Korean military, skilled mercenaries, and a technologically advanced race of aliens known as Ceph. The gameplay is packed with heavy action that the players can experience in a first-person view.

So, if you like FPS and are into military action, you should definitely give Crysis Remastered a try in 2023. I am sure you will not be disappointed!

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7. Forza Horizon 5

Forza Horizon 5 is the fifth iteration of the popular Forza Horizon franchise and is one of the best racing games out there. This AAA title is critically acclaimed and has won various awards following its release back in 2021.

Forza Horizon 5 is set in a fictional map that is based on Mexico. It is, in fact, the largest map in the entire Forza Horizon series, containing unique landscapes, caldera volcanoes, beaches, jungles, and Mayan temples. Players also get to enjoy a massive collection of high-end cars, with more being added constantly with regular updates, events, and car packs.

So, if you are a car nerd who loves to play racing games in your free time, I'd recommend you try out Forza Horizon 5 right now.

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6. Ghost of Tsushima

Ghost of Tsushima is an amazing open-world AAA title that transports players to ancient Japan during the first Mongolian invasion. Although it is similar to Rockstar's Red Dead Redemption 2 in terms of gameplay and in-game physics, the storyline of Ghost of Tsushima is very different.

In this immersive title, players take the role of a Japanese samurai named Jin Sakai in his quest to eliminate the Mongol invaders from Tsushima Island of the Japanese archipelago. Players can explore the large map, including mesmerizing landscapes, on foot or on horseback, and engage in realistic combat situations with enemies.

So, if you love open-world RPGs and are a sucker for realistic gameplay, you should definitely try out Ghost of Tsushima. However, do keep in mind that the title is exclusively available on PlayStation 4 and 5.

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5. Elden Ring

Developed by FromSoftware with worldbuilding inputs from the great George RR Martin, Elden Ring is a great choice of AAA title for those who are looking to immerse themselves in a fantastical world, filled with magic and power. It is an open-world game with many hidden areas for players to explore.

The game follows the story of a protagonist looking to repair a broken Elden Ring. This does not mean repairing a physical object that one can wear as the Elden Ring is essentially described as the natural law of "The Lands Between". In the game, the player must fix everything on a land that has been turned upside-down and where there is no natural order. By fixing the Elden Ring, the protagonist will become the Elden Lord of the land.

Sounds exciting? Well, it is pretty exciting and immersive once you get into it. You will be able to roam freely in the open-world setup, wield weapons of destruction, cast magic spells, and engage in stealth action.

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4. Marvel's Spider-Man 2

The PlayStation-exclusive Spider-Man 2 gained a very positive response from players and critics for its fluid gameplay and top-notch graphics.

In this game, players can experience both Peter Parker and Miles Morales as they try to navigate their personal lives while battling iconic Spider-Man villains, including the extraterrestrial Venom symbiote. It takes the players through the open-world New York City as the story progresses, and players can even take control of Venom and Mary Jane in certain missions.

So, they can expect an immersive experience of action-packed gameplay all throughout the game. It is needless to say you should definitely give this AAA game a try, especially if you are deep into Marvel Comics. You will enjoy every bit of this game after you start playing it.

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3. The Last of Us Part II

With over 322 awards to its name, The Last of Us Part II is a AAA title that defines character-driven, survival tales in a post-pandemic world. Although the game has been criticized for poor writing and long-drawn, it is evident from the number of awards that The Last of Us II is a banger.

In the game, players take the roles of two playable characters - Ellie and Abby. With these two characters and a third-person view, players get to explore the gory post-pandemic world filled with hordes of Cordyceps-affected zombies and survivalists who would do just about anything to make it.

So, if you are not opposed to gory action, gripping storylines, and a grim open-world experience, you should definitely try out The Last of Us II. However, it is worth mentioning that the game is exclusively available for PlayStation 4, unfortunately.

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2. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is a sequel to the 2017 title The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Although it was supposed to be an expansion of its predecessor and was planned as a DLC, the developers decided to release it as a standalone game when they saw that it was too massive as an expansion.

In this title, players are put into the open-world map of Hyrule as they take the role of Link to search for Princess Zelda and defeat the Demon King. However, apart from exploring Hyrule on the ground, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom takes it up a notch with vertical exploration. This means that there are two new areas in this game, unlike its predecessor, namely the Sky and the Depths. Players can go to these new places to find weapons and complete quests.

So, if you are a Zelda fan, it is needless to say that you should try out The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. If, however, you have not played any Zelda games before, you should definitely try out this one as it is a great title even as a standalone game. However, do keep in mind that this one is a Nintendo Switch exclusive.

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1. Hogwarts Legacy

Potterheads, assemble! Hogwarts Legacy, developed by Avalanche Software and published by Warner Bros. under its Portkey Games brand, is a great AAA title to try out, especially if you are a fan of the wizarding universe created by J.K Rowling.

Set in the 1800s, almost a century before the events of Harry Potter's adventures, players take the role of a newly-enrolled wizard or witch in Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. With an arsenal of newly learned magical powers, players must tread through the wizarding world to discover an ancient secret.

The game is very well made and offers an immersive experience with an open-world map of Hogwarts and its surrounding areas. So, even if you are not a Harry Potter fan, a fun and adventurous experience is inevitable in this AAA title.

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So, there you go, gamers! That wraps up our list of the top 10 best AAA games to try this year. No matter which game from this list you decide to play, I assure you that you are going to get glued to your PC or gaming console after it starts.

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