Shacknews Top 23 Games of the Year 2023

Which games made the cut for the Shacknews Top 23 Games of the year 2023 list? Please take a look.

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#7 Game of the Year 2023 - Octopath Traveler 2

Shacknews Game of the Year 2023 #7 - Octopath Traveler 2.

Octopath Traveler 2 isn't just one of the best modern Square Enix games, but one of the best JRPGs to be released in years. The developers have refined the eight-protagonist model, weaving the stories together and making the overall narrative feel more cohesive. Octopath Traveler 2 also packs a robust combat system, with unique abilities and spells that compliment each other and make for exciting strategies. The 2D-HD format continues to be a beauty, as the Octopath sequel has no shortage of breathtaking views and vistas.


Octopath Traveler 2 is available on SteamNintendo Switch and PlayStation.

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    December 31, 2023 9:00 AM

    Shack Staff posted a new article, Shacknews Top 23 Games of the Year 2023

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      December 31, 2023 9:06 AM

      Glad to see Remnant up there, would have liked to see it higher but honestly I haven't played many (any?) of the games ahead of it so who knows!

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      December 31, 2023 9:39 AM

      woot! great list!

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      December 31, 2023 9:44 AM

      The only entry I don't agree with is Cities: Skylines 2. I don't feel it should be on the list. Honestly It shouldn't have been released this year.

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      December 31, 2023 6:19 PM

      What a year for videogames!
      To my everlasting shame I haven't played any of these games this year.

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