151. The Saboteur
Platform: Xbox 360
US Release Year: 2009
Overall Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Action/Adventure, Sandbox)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Pandemic Studios
Publisher: Electronic Arts
152. Just Cause 2
Platform: Xbox 360
US Release Year: 2010
Overall Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Sandbox)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Avalanche Software
Publisher: Square Enix
153. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2011
Overall Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Sandbox), Role Playing (RPG) (Elements)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Bethesda Game Studios
Publisher: Bethesda Game Studios
154. Prototype 2
Platform: PlayStation 3
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Sandbox)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Radical Entertainment
Publisher: Activision
Synopsis: New York has been transformed into a post-viral wasteland broken into three zones: the heavily-militarized Green Zone, the quarantined shantytown Yellow Zone and the overrun infected Red Zone. Sgt. James Heller has been left behind and is infected, but instead of succumbing he will utilize genetic mutations and biological weapons to hunt and kill anyone who stands in your way of bringing down the man responsible: Alex Mercer.
155. Sleeping Dogs
Platform: PlayStation 3
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Sandbox, Third-Person Shooter)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: United Front Games
Publisher: Square Enix
Synopsis: The city of Hong Kong is a neon playground but is kept in check by The Triads, who seemingly control everything. Wei Shen is an undercover cop trying to take down the Triads from the inside, but as he moves up the ladder, the line between infiltration and becoming part of the problem begins to blur. Featuring a mix of intense action, high-speed chases and a host of extracurricular activities (from cock-fighting to karaoke), Sleeping Dogs puts you in the middle to a gritty, undercover drama.
156. Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen
Platform: Xbox 360
US Release Year: 2013
Overall Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Sandbox), Role Playing (RPG) (Elements)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Capcom
Publisher: Capcom
Synopsis: Off the mainland coast of Gransys lies the cursed Bitter Black Isle where new quests, a new underground realm, terrifying new enemies incredible treasures. Those who own the original Dragon's Dogma will receive 100,000 Rift Crystals, unlimited Ferry stones and the Gransys Armor Pack and those new to the series will benefit from easier travel and a more intuitive menu system. New high-level skills and augments as well as all new weapons and armor sets await as well.
157. Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen
Platform: PlayStation 3
US Release Year: 2013
Overall Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Sandbox), Role Playing (RPG) (Elements)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Capcom
Publisher: Capcom
Synopsis: Off the mainland coast of Gransys lies the cursed Bitter Black Isle where new quests, a new underground realm, terrifying new enemies incredible treasures. Those who own the original Dragon's Dogma will receive 100,000 Rift Crystals, unlimited Ferry stones and the Gransys Armor Pack and those new to the series will benefit from easier travel and a more intuitive menu system. New high-level skills and augments as well as all new weapons and armor sets await as well.
158. Goat Simulator
Platform: PC
US Release Year: 2014
Overall Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Sandbox)
Developer: Coffee Stain Studios
Publisher: Coffee Stain Studios
Synopsis: You are a goat - a very destructive goat - in the (intentionally) bug-filled game run, bounce, fly, stick things to your tongue and get rid of all those pesky humans. Goat Simulator started off as a joke but quickly became a phenomenon and now it's here to stay.
159. Saints Row IV
Platform: PC (Steam)
US Release Year: 2015
Overall Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (Sandbox)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: Volition
Publisher: Deep Silver
Synopsis: The leader of the Third Street Saints has risen to the most powerful position in the nation:
the President. But if you thought being the Commander in Chief was tough, it's nothing
compared to contend with an alien invasion. But utilizing new alien technology and amazing
powers, the Saints will be transformed into one-man armies of total destruction - all thanks
to alien granddaddy Zinyak's master plan.
160. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
Platform: Xbox One
US Release Year: 2015
Overall Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Role Playing (RPG) (Elements), Action (Sandbox)
ESRB Rating: M
Developer: CD Projekt Red Studio
Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive
Synopsis: An ancient evil has awakened - bringing terror and abducting the young - spoke only in
whispers, The Wild Hunt has returned. Led by four wraith commanders, the group
seeks only to bring misery to the world. But for Geralt, the battle is personal, as they
have targeted the one person he considers his soul mate and he will stop at nothing to
bring them down. As with past Witch games, decisions you make will have an affect on
the NPCs and cities around you. Stunning next-gen graphics with a dark fantasy
atmosphere are brought to life. The game serves as both a stand-alone story with
hints and allusions to past games for those who have played the series from the
beginning.
