Best Games of E3 2015

Mirror's Edge Catalyst

Mirror’s Edge: Catalyst feels like a less restrictive game than its predecessor. Players are likely to spend less time trying to complete the perfect jump and more time hurriedly running through the parkour-friendly levels. The waypoint system means you’re less likely to get stuck because you’re not finding the right ledge to leap from. The combat feels more forgiving and makes it easier to roll through enemies. Hopefully, making Mirror’s Edge a more forgiving game will make it even better than the original.

Read: Mirror's Edge Catalyst Preview
When: February 23, 2016
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Need for Speed

After the presentation and hands-on time with the new Need for Speed, it's clear that Ghost Games have taken their time to craft a solid entry in the long running racing franchise. It undoubtedly helps that they had an extended development cycle, and based on what I've seen and played, this may very well be a worthwhile continuation of the franchise on the new consoles. I'll never be pleased with using the same name, but I was sold on the gameplay experience.

Read: Need for Speed Preview
When: November 3, 2015
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Soma

SOMA seeks to recreate a horrifying experience by attention to detail and a chilling ambience. It’s a slow game where hiding and puzzle solving are as important as running. While Frictional Games have seen new competitors arise in their niche, we’ve yet to see anyone make a game as haunting as their debut title. It’s nice to see them back with a desire to add to their audience’s nightmares.

Read: Soma Preview
When: September 22, 2015
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Uncharted 4: A Thief's End

From the looks of it, the game is back to its non-stop ridiculously adventurous roots. Even with a short demo, its layered and diverse action throws players right into the scene, always allowing them to have control, which the series has done so well. I'm rather excited to see where Uncharted 4 plans to whisk me away to.

Read: Uncharted 4: A Thief's End Preview
When: Q1/Q2, 2016
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XCOM 2

With procedurally generated levels and this new hit-and run style of play, XCOM 2 looks like it is a game which is designed to keep players on their toes. The small cutscenes that accompany kill shots, new enemies, and other events are much more impressive and visually engaging than in the previous game. It is truly an evolution of XCOM.

Read: XCOM 2 Preview
When: Q4, 2015
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Thanks for reading! We can't wait to see what E3 2016 may bring!