In this list we have limited ourselves to video games that are available for the Playstation 4 and 5 and the Xbox Series S and X. In addition, we really only want to recommend top games that have performed particularly well with our colleagues at GamePro.
“Arkham” Collection: Fight your way through Gotham as Batman
That’s what it’s about: The Arkham Trilogy sums up DC Comics’ charm almost perfectly. In the three parts you make your way through the underworld of Gotham City as Batman and take down almost all villains from the Batman universe. Mark Hamill himself plays the Joker.
This costs the game: You save the most money if you buy the “Arkham Collection” for PS4, which currently costs 34.57 euros on Amazon. You pay for the Xbox version 46.70 euros at Galaxus*.
That’s why the game is worth it: With “Arkham Asylum”, “Arkham City” and “Arkham Knight”, the main game series consists of three highly rated games. The story is spectacularly staged and the combat is very intuitive thanks to the innovative system.
“Hogwarts Legacy”: The best “Harry Potter” game
That’s what it’s about: Long before the events of the film series, you enter Hogwarts as a fifth-year student. The special thing: you can see and use the bluish shimmering ancient magic. This mysterious circumstance summons the goblin Ranrok to the plan, who wants to kill you and bring Hogwarts under his control.
This costs the game: For the PS5, “Hogwarts Legacy” costs on Amazon 57.06 euros*for the PS4 54.78 euros*. Xbox users pay 44.94 euros at Mindfactory*.
That’s why the game is worth it: “Hogwarts Legacy” scores with breathtaking graphics and a campaign with a long story in an open and detailed game world that invites you to linger and explore. The different difficulty levels ensure a low entry threshold for casual gamers.
“Spider-Man”: A must for Marvel fans
That’s what it’s about: In “Marvel’s Spider-Man” you take on the role of the now 23-year-old Peter Parker, who in the person of Mr. Negative is dealing with a particularly tough opponent. In Spider-Man: Miles Morales, you play the younger Miles Morales, who watches over Manhattan alone during Peter Parker’s absence.
This costs the game: Marvel’s Spider-Man for PS4 is currently cheap on Amazon 19.11 euros*. The Game of the Year Edition is available on Amazon for 49.88 euros*. “Spider-Man: Miles Morales” for the PS5 is currently reduced by 43 percent at Amazon and costs only at Amazon 33.99 euros*. You can also get the sequel “Spider-Man 2” on Amazon for 79.99 euros* pre-order.
That’s why the game is worth it: There are a dime a dozen video games related to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. But the “Spider-Man” series stands out. “Marvel’s Spider-Man” and “Spider-Man: Miles Morales” convince with great game mechanics, cinematic presentation including great graphics, an emotionally gripping story and spectacular script sequences.
“Middle-earth: Shadow of War”: Sauron is waiting for you
That’s what it’s about: As in the first game, you take on the role of the undead ranger Talion, who is possessed by the ringsmith Celebrimbor. His goal: to forge a new ring to take revenge on Sauron. Of course, the dark ruler does not give up without a fight, but puts well-known opponents such as Balrogs, the Witch King and the Ringwraiths on your neck.
This costs the game: “Middle-earth: Shadow of War” is really cheap right now and costs only at MediaMarkt 11.99 euros* only for the PS4 and on Amazon 9.99 euros* for the Xbox One.
That’s why the game is worth it: In terms of atmosphere, “Middle-earth: Shadow of War” can even keep up with the movies in some places. Especially the imposing fortresses are impressive. The highlight is the Nemesis system. When you defeat an Orc captain, you take their command from now on. This is how you gradually build up your own orc army and storm enemy fortresses.
Star Wars Jedi Series: May the force be with you
That’s what it’s about: Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order puts you in the role of Jedi Padawan Cal Kestis in the beginning. He survived Order 66, is on the run from the Empire and determined to rebuild the Jedi Order.
This costs the game: “Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order” currently costs 24.99 euros at MediaMarkt PS4*, PS5* And Xbox*. “Star Wars Jedi: Survivor” is available in the PS5 version for 63.12 euros at Amazon* and in the Xbox variant for 67.30 euros at Galaxus* available.
That’s why the game is worth it: With “Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order” and “Star Wars Jedi: Survivor”, the series consists of two real crackers. Both games are very well staged and offer a good mix of familiar and new characters. The sequel is even more exciting than the first part.