GOTY 2016
 | 1. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Blood and Wine does not feel like a DLC. It's longer and more engaging than most full games. As a matter of fact, it felt grander than 9 of my favourite games of 2016. The setting contrasts beautifully with the war-torn lands of Wild Hunt. And CD Projekt goes even further by designing the quests you undertake in a way that they all share the theme of the land: chivalry. Furthermore, it is so interesting to see how this idyllic new place struggles with the tragedy that arose in their own backyard. It's as if everyone is in constant denial and masking their problems with colourful clothes and wine. Blood and Wine manages to recapture the disparity of options and consequences of Wild Hunt, giving those moments a splash of extravagant and intensity that really helps in the culmination of a wonderful series. |
 | 2. Dark Souls III FROM does it again. Dark Souls III combat, by taking some inspiration from Bloodborne, is so well balanced and crafted that you really feel the weight of each step, swing, miss and hit in your own body. An attention to detail that gives life to even the most empty room. And a majestic soundtrack that knows its place. These games are the correct ones to use the term "atmosphere" on. Visuals and sound give tone to your journey throughout a desolated world full of past story and menacing future. And the controls empower you to feel like everything is in the balance of your sword's blade. |
 | 3. Final Fantasy XV My review: http://www.giantbomb.com/final-fantasy-xv/3030-21006/user-reviews/2200-29777/ |
 | 4. Inside At first glance, this game looks like "another Limbo". Very soon you understand its own merits. It is a masterclass in design and how to roadmap a world and a message. Everyone should play this game. |
 | 5. Uncharted 4: A Thief's End Captain Avery is the best flushed out NPC and non visible character in the history of videogames. Without that, this game would simply be an amazing technical showcase. |
 | 6. Doom Like Hugo Martin (Art Director) said in Danny O'Dwyer's documentary: this game has a deceptive minimalism like Apple products. |
 | 7. Abzû A lot to live up when you are tagged "Journey but with water". It is not as craftily built as Journey. But I have to admit, there are moments in this game that impressed me more than Journey. |
 | 8. Street Fighter V This game should be a lot higher on my list. I even played locally against Daigo this year! But the amount of flaws and the changes they made to SF gameplay to make it faster and more eSportsy makes this game a rushed and without identity product. |
 | 9. Klaus Yes. One of those 2D indie platformers. Yet, it is full of interesting ideas and has a very innovative way of telling a story. |
 | 10. The Banner Saga 2 I must confess I was not very good at this game. Even so, the music, the visuals and the design around scarcity and struggle made me respect the hell out of this game. Can't wait for 3, and get my ass kicked, once again. |
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