It’s in the game. That’s the slogan ofElectronic Arts. The triple-A publisher has had a checkered reputation among players, often compared to the Galactic Empire of Star Wars. It started as a trusted force for good, only to fall to the dark side as itshistory of inequitable treatment toward beloved franchisesdemonstrates. Fortunately, EA’s emperor can’t shoot force lightning. Yet.
8 Best Bethesda Games, Ranked
Time to take a look at the library of games developed by Bethesda Softworks.
Despite setbacks, the company stands as one of the biggest names in the industry. Love or hate them, EA is responsible for publishing some of the most critically acclaimed video games ever known. Since it’s no fun focusing on the negative, because there’s already enough of that in the world, let’s do something fun and focus on the good with these remarkable games from EA.
Though they’re listed as a publisher, a fair number of these games come from studios owned by EA, so this list will be a mix of developed and published entries.
10Dragon Age: Inquisition
“The Dawn Will Come”
Dragon Age: Inquisition
The world is falling apart. Mages and Templars are at war, someone has torn open the veil in the sky, and demons are invading. With the ruling powers unable to act, it’ll take a new faction to restore order. It’s time for the Inquisition.
The third entry in theDragon Ageseries is an incredible sequel and a phenomenal RPG. You assume the role of Inquisitor in an adventure spanning several kingdoms. There are hours of replayability from the customization alone. Design your weapons, armor, and even your own fortress, however you wish. Create your character featuring a range of races and classes to pick from. As for the combat, some fans had mixed feelings over it, leaning more toward action over tactics, but that doesn’t detract from the overall gameplay as the fights feel fast and fluid.
9Burnout 3: Takedown
A Racer That Takes The Trophy
Burnout 3: Takedown
When it comes to racing, it’s always fun to speed around in iconic cars. Yet theBurnoutseries made a name for itself with one of its most iconic mechanics: The Crashing. Instead of knocking against another car and bouncing off them, you see and feel the impact. Among thenumerous releases in this series, first place goes to Burnout 3: Takedown.
This was the Burnout that made crashing fun. You weren’t just racing to win — you were fighting to survive. Every track features environments the player can use to knock other racers off track and watch the car get torn to shreds. And if you cause a crash, the game not only rewards you with points but with an epic slow-motion replay as it zooms in on the damage and devastation. Plus, the accompanying soundtrack only heightened the action.
8The Sims 3
Build Your Dream Life
The Sims 3
As one of EA’s biggest franchises,The Simsseries has stolen hours of players’ time through its virtual life simulation. Build whatever you want — a character living in a single apartment, to an entire family in a mansion. Give them jobs, personalities, and possessions as you oversee their lives.
The series has gone on to spawn several sequels and an overabundance of expansions, but among all the games, Sims 3 feels deserving of being labeled the best. For starters, the graphics feel crisper, going for a realistic look compared to the more cartoony appearances of Sims 4. Then there’s the open-world that feels big and packed. Wherever you drop your characters off, it always has stuff going on, leading to all kinds of unique encounters. Most of all, there are loads of customization in the base game alone, even without the expansions.
7Battlefield 1
WWI Has Never Looked Better
Battlefield 1
War and the FPS genre are no strangers to each other. Of all wars throughout history, however, World War II remains the most capitalized war in video games. Few have attempted to use the original Great War as a setting. Even now, it seems unlikely players will see another in the future, as none can top howBattlefield 1captured World War I.
The graphics are almost photorealistic as everything looks and sounds lifted from that period, from the guns to the tanks and biplanes. The weapons are bulky, clunky, and awkward, but in a good way. Even the battles are gruesome at times, with smoke, fire, and destruction that makes you feel like you’re in a war-torn environment. Though the war story campaigns range from decent to lacking, where the game excels is in multiplayer. If you love theBattlefieldfranchise for its online matches, this one is a must-own.
6Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
Star Souls
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
What hasn’t already been said about Star Wars? There’s an entire galaxy of these games, and EA has had a hand in a few. Yet the one that made players’ mouths drop was Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. Or as some like to call it, Dark Souls with lightsabers.
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This is no hack-and-slash adventure, and you’re no chosen one. You’re Cal Kestis, a padawan in hiding after the fall of the Jedi. But now, the Inquisitors are hunting you, and the only way to survive is to finish your training. In a true Soulslike challenge, the combat and controls take some practice. Enemies are dangerous, even Stormtroopers. You will die, and you will struggle, but as you get stronger from fighting mini-bosses and exploring for upgrades, you’ll discover just how incredible the lightsaber and force combat feels. Great gameplay, a great story, and a great Star Wars game.
5Titanfall 2
The Perfect Balance of Campaign & Multiplayer
Titanfall 2
First-person shooters are often a two-way street. Some favor single-player over multiplayer, and vice versa. It’s rare to find a game that excels in both categories, butTitanfall 2does because it’s an underrated masterpiece. From the developer behindApex Legendscomes a story that’s one huge sci-fi adventure.
Cut off from reinforcements and trapped in enemy territory, a mission that could turn the tide of the war falls into the hands of rifleman Jack Cooper. Luckily, he’s not alone. With BT acting as his Titan, it’s up to them to finish the job. The combat balances fast-paced futuristic gunplay with large open Titan versus Titan battles. Even once the campaign is completed, the online matches with other players can get just as action-packed.
4Dragon Age: Origins
The Fantastical Franchise Starter
Dragon Age: Origins
Though its graphics are aging like cheese left out in the sun, its plot, setting, choices, and mechanics have stood untouched.Dragon Age: Originsremains one of the best fantasy RPGs to come from EA andBioWare, and one that launched a whole franchise.
Featuring one of the most immersive character creators ever, you get to experience a unique origins story for each race or class. You are the Grey Warden, the only thing that can save the land from the taint of the Darkspawn. Go where you please and do as you must. Just remember that your actions carry consequences. Unlike other RPGs, the first Dragon Age doesn’t shy away from delving into dark and morbid scenarios. You can choose to be a good doer, a wicked killer, or a neutral combination of the two, all set in a world overflowing with quests, side jobs, and loot.
3It Takes Two
Box Of Tissues Not Included
It Takes Two
It isn’t often you find a game that could be mistaken for a Pixar adventure.It Takes Twois one of the most heartfelt and engaging original stories in gaming. Cody and May, an arguing couple on the verge of divorce, find themselves turned into dolls and stuck in a strange fantasy world. To get back to their bodies, they’ll have to put aside their issues and work together.
Of all games to encourage co-op, It Takes Two mixes platforming and puzzle solving in a colorful setting that looks lifted from a storybook. Whether they’re a friend, family, or just a close gaming pal, this is a game that has to be played with someone you trust. Not just because teamwork is important, but because It Takes Two can turn into a real tearjerker, and there is nothing more awkward than crying with a stranger.
2Mass Effect Legendary Edition
It’s YOUR Adventure
Mass Effect: Legendary Edition
Yes, this is cheating, but who can say no to three games in one? Especially when it’s a series hailed as one of thegreatest sci-fi RPGs in gaming. The galaxy is on the verge of being destroyed by an ancient threat, and as the only one aware of the danger, it’s up to you to put together a team and brave the dangers waiting out there. In theMass Effect Legendary Edition, you’ll experience the original trilogy of Commander Shepard and the Normandy’s adventures.
Featuring a cast of memorable characters, you recruit beings from across the stars, visiting unique worlds brimming with lore and exploration. In a game that combines third-person shooter combat with role-playing elements, design your character’s abilities from the various classes, before gearing up from a large selection of space-age weaponry. Best of all, the Legendary Edition features just about every piece of DLC released for all three games.
Honorable Mentions: Army of Two, Battlefield Bad Company 2, A Way Out, and the Need for Speed games are all great and deserving of attention, but ten is the limit.
Redefining Cosmic Horror
Dead Space
A deep-space mining ship has gone dark upon discovering an alien artifact. Engineer Isaac Clarke and his team are sent to make repairs, but all they find is the dead waiting for them. Space has never looked scarier in this survival horror. Of all products to bear the EA logo,Dead Spacestands out as their greatest accomplishment.
Instead of a shotgun or pistol, your arsenal consists of cutting-edge power tools. In trueLovecraftianterror, you’re not fighting zombies, but twisted corpses that can only be defeated through dismemberment. Even headshots don’t stop them. The USG Ishimura is one of the most iconic locations in horror, trapped in a claustrophobic vessel out in space, with monsters lurking in the vents and whispers in the shadows. Despite showing some wrinkles here and there, the game still looks and plays great as ever, and itsremakeis just as fantastic too.
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