The Last of Us

Shocker: Naughty Dog made an amazing game. Everyone be surprised! But don't look at the developer and assume you're in for some sort of feel-good tale of adventure and excitement like the ones found in the Uncharted series. The Last of Us is a dour, depressing take on a post-apocalyptic world, where disgusting monsters roam the streets--and those are just the humans. There are zombies, too, infected with a spore that turns people into plant-like monsters.

Every action feels real and impactful, whether you're shooting a whimpering enemy or bashing a brick into the head of a screaming Clicker. But most impressive is the narrative, which spins the most mature yarn gaming has ever seen. From beginning to end, Joel and Ellie's cross-country trip is engaging, making for an incredibly memorable duo that you won't soon forget.