Most Anticipated Video Games of 2012
2012 is poised to be huge year in video gaming with hot new games for Xbox 360, PS3, 3DS, and Wii U. Not much is new for original video game titles in 2012 but that's not exactly a bad thing when we get another epic installment of Final Fantasy, a sequel to Borderlands, and the triumphant return of Pit from Kid Icarus. There is a game for every type of gamer on lens--whether it's first-person shooters, RPG's, adventure, or fighting games--no doubt something for everyone. The only thing we're missing is a new Contra game--or is that just me wanting a new Contra game? I have been told that there is a Contra game in development for the 3DS but the release date is the dreaded "TBD."
Enjoy the list and start saving for some of the hottest video games of 2012. And don't forget, you'll also need to start saving money for the next-gen consoles from Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft, because they are right around the corner.
Enjoy the list and start saving for some of the hottest video games of 2012. And don't forget, you'll also need to start saving money for the next-gen consoles from Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft, because they are right around the corner.
Top Video Games of 2012
And the moment you've been waiting for, the most anticipated and wished for video games of 2012 for the 3DS, PS3, and Xbox 360. Sadly there's nothing for the Wii unless they finally decide to release Xenoblade in North America, which is a long shot since about a million copies have been illegally downloaded. It looks like Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword was the Wii's last AAA game--and there's nothing wrong with that because it is an instant classic.
Games are arranged in no particular order, just by my divine hands.
Games are arranged in no particular order, just by my divine hands.
Final Fantasy XIII-2
Also available on Xbox 360
The greatest RPG series of all time returns with a follow up to the immensely successful Final Fantasy XIII. Every time I play a new Final Fantasy game I am blown away on how beautiful the game looks, and amazed how entrenched I become in their epic sweeping tales.
Final Fantasy XIII-2
Amazon Price: $25.56 (as of 05/30/2012)
BioShock Infinite
Also available on Xbox 360
An all new BioShock Infinite with new characters, time period, and setting. A great mix of first-person shooter and RPG.
BioShock Infinite
Amazon Price: $59.96 (as of 05/30/2012)
Halo 4
Master Chief is back! Did you ever have a doubt? One of the best all-time video game series exclusive to Microsoft's Xbox.
Halo 4
Amazon Price: $59.00 (as of 05/30/2012)
Soul Calibur V
also available on PS3
Soul Calibur is one of the premier entries in the fighting genre. One of the best character creation modes in video games.
Soul Calibur V
Amazon Price: $27.99 (as of 05/30/2012)
Street Fighter x Tekken
Also available on Xbox 360
What happens when you pit two of the greatest fighting games of all time against one another? Complete awesomeness. Fans have been waiting for this one for years.
Street Fighter X Tekken
Amazon Price: $39.99 (as of 05/30/2012)
The Darkness II
Also available on Xbox 360
The long awaited sequel to the 2007 hit The Darkness is finally here. An intoxicating blend of modern crime, supernatural horror, and first-person shooter. Drink up!
The Darkness II
Amazon Price: $16.95 (as of 05/30/2012)
Resident Evil: Revelations
Resident Evil is the best of the best when it comes to horror survival games. I am so tense after playing the games I actually need to stretch. The game developers really know to toy with the gamers emotions when shooting a mob of baddies or trying to escape a bloodbath because you're out of ammo. The 3D visuals of this game are really intriguing.
Resident Evil: Revelations
Amazon Price: $31.25 (as of 05/30/2012)
Borderlands 2
Also available on PS3
Borderlands has some of the sweetest weapons armaments as well as grandiose environments to blow the baddies away. A great mix of first-person shooter and Role Playing Game.
Borderlands 2
Amazon Price: $59.96 (as of 05/30/2012)
Kid Icarus: Uprising
Pit is back to take on the resurrected Medusa in his first game in 20 years on the Nintendo 3DS. Fans have been waiting a long time for Pit's return to the video game scene in his own game, after great success in the Smash Bros. series.
Kid Icarus: Uprising
Amazon Price: $35.75 (as of 05/30/2012)
Mass Effect 3
Also available on PS3
The final chapter in the Mass Effect series, help Commander Shepard exterminate the Reapers once and for all in this RPG/third-person shooter. Mass Effect 3 has a deep storyline as you battle across the galaxy.
Mass Effect 3
Amazon Price: $29.99 (as of 05/30/2012)
Twisted Metal
Twisted Metal is a Playstation exclusive that has rocked since it's first entry in 1995 on the PS1. Awesome car combat action and the return of everyone's favorite driver, Sweet Tooth.
Twisted Metal
Amazon Price: $39.99 (as of 05/30/2012)
Aliens: Colonial Marines
Also available on PS3
Aliens: Colonial Marines
Amazon Price: $59.95 (as of 05/30/2012)
Grand Theft Auto V
Also available on Xbox 360
Grand Theft Auto V
Amazon Price: $59.99 (as of 05/30/2012)
Ninja Gaiden III
Also available on Xbox 360
The brilliant minds of Tecmo-Koei's game development, Team Ninja, bring you the latest installment in one of the best (if not the best) ninja video game series. This game looks incredible and is loaded with depth about Ryu Hayabusa's backstory.
Ninja Gaiden 3
Amazon Price: $36.00 (as of 05/30/2012)
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survivoryea
Mar 13, 2012 @ 2:08 pm | delete
- I played Mario on the original Nintendo! So much fun! Good lens.
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shoefiend
Jan 14, 2012 @ 10:10 pm | delete
- Great list check my Top games list for 2012
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Immature_Entrepreneur Jan 9, 2012 @ 5:37 pm | delete
- It will be interesting to see how Nintendo modernizes Kid Icarus. Some great games on this list! GTA V is probably the one I'm anticipating most.
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