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    25 Video Games To Buy For The Gamer In Your Life

    You gotta check these out.

    by
    Andrew Ziegler
    by Andrew Ziegler

    BuzzFeed Staff

    ,
    Dave Stopera
    by Dave Stopera

    BuzzFeed Staff

    1. The Outer Worlds

    Obsidian Entertainment

    Promising Review: "If you like a game with a deep story and great RPG elements then this is the game for you. I'm four hours in and it's only getting better." — Voice

    Get it from Walmart for PS4 or Xbox One for $59.99.

    2. Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order

    Lucasarts

    Promising Review: "The game is exactly what I've been wanting from a Star Wars game. It's a little Uncharted mixed with a little God of War set in the Star Wars universe." —Jon Blevins

    Get it from Amazon for PS4 or Xbox One for $58.

    3. Death Stranding

    Kojima Productions

    Promising Review: "Definitely lives up to the hype. It’s a whole new genre and I love it. I think some people just don’t like change or new things, and they’re missing out." — LEE-BOSS

    Get this PS4 exclusive from Amazon for $59.88.

    4. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare

    Infinity Ward

    Promising Review: "If you were a fan of Modern Warfare 1, Modern Warfare 2, and Modern Warfare 3 then this is a MUST BUY! No question this is the best Call of Duty game since Black Ops 2 hands down." —Susan

    Get it from Amazon for PS4 and Xbox One for $44.99.

    5. NBA 2K20

    2K

    Promising Review: "It plays well and its graphics are amazing. Looks so real." —Jaida Carter

    Get it on Amazon for PS4, Xbox One, or Nintendo Switch for $39.99.

    6. Xbox Game Pass (6 Month Membership)

    Microsoft

    Promising Review: “Worth every penny! Game Pass is one of the best ideas in gaming. A constant rotation of games each month sort of like a video streaming service does. I have found more games on here then I would normally and which all the consoles had this. To top it off sometime there is a sale like I got on this one. It changes the way I get my games and I am very happy with the future of games!” —MSMJ Shaffer

    Get it on Amazon for $59.99.

    7. Marvel's Spider-Man: Game of The Year Edition

    Marvel

    Promising Review: "Outstanding video game. Truly deserving of being Game of the Year." —Andrew P

    Get this PS4 exclusive from Amazon for $24.00.

    8. FIFA 20

    EA

    Promising Review: "This is by far the best FIFA to come out in a long time! Been playing since FIFA '05 and this game is one of the most realistic!" —Fabio Gomes

    Get it on Amazon for PS4 or Xbox One for $34.99.

    9. Madden NFL 20

    EA

    Promising Review: "Awesome game! Graphics continue to impress. Players, uniforms, and stadiums all look incredible. Three game modes are very fun and bring a different feel to the game. The addition of reporters and players sending you texts about performance is a new twist that adds to the game." —J. Stueber

    Get if from Amazon for PS4 for $34.99, or for Xbox One for $39.99.

    10. Pokémon Sword and/or Shield

    Gamefreak

    Promising Review: "This game is exactly like the older versions (Red, Blue, Yellow, etc.) but with better graphics and gameplay! I opened it and have not stopped playing since I got it! You level up your Pokémon through battles with wild Pokémon, other trainers, and gym leaders. Gotta catch 'em all!" —kevin joseph Sundquist

    Get this Nintendo Switch exclusive from Amazon for $56.99.

    11. Luigi's Mansion 3

    Nintendo

    Promising Review: "Wonderful game, cleverly hidden puzzles, and excellent improvement of mechanics from the previous games. Well worth the time and money to play...I heartily recommend this game." —Jesse Smith

    Get this Nintendo Switch exclusive from Amazon for $59.99.

    12. Borderlands 3

    Gearbox Software

    Promising Review: "It is every bit as addictive and entertaining as Borderlands 2. Fun characters that are over the top, great game play, plenty of weapons, and mayhem!" —A. Saru

    Get it from Amazon for PS4 and Xbox One for $39.99.

    13. Just Dance 2020

    Ubisoft

    Promising Review: "This game is so fun we can't believe it. I bought this for my grandkids and they love it. They love all of the new songs and fun dances. My wife and I are about seventy and the grandkids get us dancing with them. We love it. We all highly recommend this game to everyone." —Lamont Hislop

    Get is from Amazon for PS4 or Xbox One for $33.84.

    14. Forza Horizon 4

    Microsoft Studios

    Promising Review: "I've been playing Forza Horizon 4 for about a month now and I simply love it! The graphics are top notch. The music is superb. The control is fantastic. And the new addition of changing seasons makes the game more immersive and enjoyable. I am highly addicted to this game and do not plan on putting it away any time soon. If you enjoy racing games, especially open world racing games, then get this game!" —Jim and Kimberly Campbell

    Get this Xbox One exclusive from Amazon for $29.99.

    15. Days Gone

    SIE Bend Studio

    Promising Review: "Awesome game, very engaging and suspenseful.

    Graphics are impressive and there's always something dangerous nearby to keep you from getting bored." —Chris M.

    Get this PS4 exclusive from Amazon for $27.19.

    16. Sekiro Shadows Die Twice

    FromSoftware

    Promising Review: "This game is very, very, VERY fun! But it's also very difficult. If you're patient and understand you are going to die a lot then you will have no problem." —Stevie

    Get it from Amazon for PS4 for $39.99 and Xbox One for $37.34.

    17. Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

    CD Projekt Red

    Promising Review: "It's mind-blowing that the game runs and looks this good on the Switch. Combat is smooth, cutscenes look amazing, and the entire game is voiced and scored perfectly. I have no idea what dark sorcery they used to get the entire Witcher 3 (and BOTH expansions!) onto a 32 GB cartridge, but it's worth it." —Brent

    Get it from Amazon for the Nintendo Switch for $44.99.

    18. Minecraft

    Microsoft

    Promising Review: "My 5-year-old grandson was thrilled when he got the Minecraft game for Christmas. He loves playing the game. He’s teaching his 8-year-old sister how to play it. The game challenges children how to use their minds and how to create something on their own." —Lena

    Get if from Amazon for $29.49.

    19. Mortal Kombat 11

    NetherRealm Studios

    Promising Review: "Best mortal kombat EVER! I didn't think it could get any better than the previous version! Instant 'Klassic'!" —JHadnot

    Get it from Walmart for PS4 and Xbox One for $34.99, and the Nintendo Switch for $42.00

    20. Legend of Zelda Link's Awakening

    Nintendo

    Promising Review: "This has been my favorite Zelda game since I first played it on the Gameboy. There are a number of new features including the dungeon creator, which allows you to create your own dungeon." — iMenchi

    Get it from Walmart for $54.00.

    21. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

    Nintendo

    Promising Review: "Just an absolute masterpiece of a game, the pinnacle of the series, and the crown jewel for the Nintendo Switch. You can't say you own a Switch if this game isn't in your library!" —Gabba Hey

    Get this Nintendo Switch exclusive from Amazon for $59.88.

    22. Crash Team Racing

    Naughty Dog

    Promising Review: "Even better than the original! They fixed a few things that needed fixing. So fun, can’t stop playing. Really blows Mario Kart out of the water." —Haro

    Get it from Amazon for PS4 for $28.95, Xbox One for $24.89, and for the Nintendo Switch for $27.99.

    23. Untitled Goose Game

    Nintendo

    Promising Review: I have enjoyed every minute of this game, and I eagerly await more to-do lists from the publisher. Well thought out puzzles, gentle soundtrack, annoying goose." —The Rocketdyke

    Get a digital code for this Nintendo Switch exclusive from Amazon for $19.99.

    24. Cuphead

    StudioMDHR

    Promising Review: "It is a relatively hard game but extremely fun for those who like a challenge. Super fun and love the art style." —Amazon Customer

    Get a digital code from Amazon for the Nintendo Switch for $14.99.

    25. Code Vein

    Bandai Namco Studios

    Promising Review: "Best part of the game is the story. Each character is fully realized with their own sorrow, love, and reason to fight. Friendship feels genuine, romances feel sincere, and the entire game is written as beautifully as it was designed." —Ian

    Get it from Amazon for PS4 and Xbox One for $37.37.