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Best Action games of 2018
The 108 best Action games released in 2018, ranked from 35,421 critic and player ratings.
The best Action game of 2018 is God of War, with a critic score of 96/100 — updated September 2026.
How this ranking is built
- Games are ranked on the aggregated critic score out of 100 imported from IGDB and Metacritic, never on Tier's own grades.
- A game only enters the ranking with at least 80 external ratings, so a single enthusiastic review never outranks a proven classic.
- Community grades from F to S are shown next to every game, and only stated as a fact above 5 Tier ratings.
- Release window covered: 2018.
- 50 games are listed on this page, carrying 35,421 ratings between them.
- Rankings are recomputed hourly; this one was last rebuilt on 28 September 2026.
Top 50
01
S
God of War
God of War is the sequel to God of War III as well as a continuation of the canon God of War chronology. Unlike previous installments, this game focuses on Norse mythology and follows an older and more seasoned Kratos and his son Atreus in the years since the third game. It is in this harsh, unforgiving world that he must fight to survive… and teach his son to do the same.
96
/100
02
A
Red Dead Redemption 2
Red Dead Redemption 2 is the epic tale of outlaw Arthur Morgan and the infamous Van der Linde gang, on the run across America at the dawn of the modern age.
94
/100
03
God of War (2018)
94
/100
S
God of War
God of War is the sequel to God of War III as well as a continuation of the canon God of War chronology. Unlike previous installments, this game focuses on Norse mythology and follows an older and more seasoned Kratos and his son Atreus in the years since the third game. It is in this harsh, unforgiving world that he must fight to survive… and teach his son to do the same.
96
/100
02
A
Red Dead Redemption 2
Red Dead Redemption 2 is the epic tale of outlaw Arthur Morgan and the infamous Van der Linde gang, on the run across America at the dawn of the modern age.
94
/100
03
God of War (2018)
94
/100
04
Monster Hunter: World
Welcome to a new world! Take on the role of a hunter and slay ferocious monsters in a living, breathing ecosystem where you can use the landscape and its diverse inhabitants to get the upper hand. Hunt alone or in co-op with up to three other players, and use materials collected from fallen foes to craft new gear and take on even bigger, badder beasts!
93
/100
05
Shadow of the Colossus (2018)
Tales speak of an ancient land where creatures the size of mountains, roam the majestic landscape. Bound to the land, these creatures hold a key to a mystical power of revival - a power you must obtain to waken a loved one. Shadow of the Colossus is a majestic journey through ancient lands to seek out and destroy gigantic mythical beasts. With your trusty horse at your side, explore the spacious lands and unearth each Colossi. Armed with your wits, a sword and a bow, use cunning and strategy to topple each behemoth. A remake of the critically-claimed game of the same title. Also from the minds that brought you The Last Guardian & ICO
91
/100
06
A
Marvel's Spider-Man
Starring the world’s most iconic Super Hero, Spider-Man features the acrobatic abilities, improvisation and web-slinging that the wall-crawler is famous for, while also introducing elements never-before-seen in a Spider-Man game. From traversing with parkour and utilizing the environment, to new combat and blockbuster set pieces, it’s Spider-Man unlike any you’ve played before.
90
/100
07
Mark of the Ninja: Remastered
In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation. Marked with cursed tattoos giving you heightened senses, every situation presents you with options. Will you be an unknown, invisible ghost, or a brutal, silent assassin? Upgrade new tools and techniques that suit your playstyle and complete optional objectives to unlock entirely new ways to approach the game. Finish the main story to unlock a New Game Plus mode with even more options and challenges.
89
/100
08
A
Dead Cells
Dead Cells is a rogue-lite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.
88
/100
09
Touhou Luna Nights
Touhou Luna Night's is a 2D search action (Metroidvania) video game. After creating many action games, this is a new project from Team Ladybug.
88
/100
10
Alto's Odyssey
Alto’s Odyssey is an endless sandboarding journey set against an ever-changing desert landscape. The game features Alto series hallmarks like fluid physics-based movement, procedurally generated terrain, and dynamic lighting and weather effects. Players will soar above windswept dunes, traverse thrilling canyons, and explore long-hidden temple cities in a fantastical place far from Alto’s home village.
88
/100
11
Dragon Ball FighterZ
87
/100
12
Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice VR Edition
87
/100
13
D
The Forest
86
/100
14
Iconoclasts
86
/100
15
A
Assassin's Creed Odyssey
85
/100
16
Beat Saber
85
/100
17
Katamari Damacy Reroll
85
/100
18
D
Dark Souls: Remastered
84
/100
19
Call of Duty: Black Ops 4
84
/100
20
The Messenger
84
/100
21
FAR: Lone Sails
84
/100
22
F1 2018
84
/100
23
Moss
84
/100
24
Destiny 2: Forsaken
84
/100
25
Guacamelee! 2
84
/100
26
SoulCalibur VI
83
/100
27
Valkyria Chronicles 4
83
/100
28
S
PUBG Mobile
82
/100
29
Judgment
82
/100
30
Moonlighter
82
/100
31
Lost Ark
81
/100
32
CrossCode
81
/100
33
FINAL FANTASY XV WINDOWS EDITION
81
/100
34
Unravel Two
81
/100
35
Overcooked! 2
80
/100
36
A
Far Cry 5
80
/100
37
Spyro Reignited Trilogy
80
/100
38
Insurgency: Sandstorm
80
/100
39
Regions Of Ruin
80
/100
40
Radical Heights
80
/100
41
Forgotton Anne
80
/100
42
Mega Man 11
80
/100
43
B
Detroit: Become Human
79
/100
44
C
Hunt: Showdown
79
/100
45
Onrush
79
/100
46
EA SPORTS NHL 19
79
/100
47
Rogue Aces
78
/100
48
The Walking Dead: The Final Season
78
/100
49
Horizon Chase Turbo
78
/100
50
Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon
78
/100
Monster Hunter: World
Welcome to a new world! Take on the role of a hunter and slay ferocious monsters in a living, breathing ecosystem where you can use the landscape and its diverse inhabitants to get the upper hand. Hunt alone or in co-op with up to three other players, and use materials collected from fallen foes to craft new gear and take on even bigger, badder beasts!
93
/100
05
Shadow of the Colossus (2018)
Tales speak of an ancient land where creatures the size of mountains, roam the majestic landscape. Bound to the land, these creatures hold a key to a mystical power of revival - a power you must obtain to waken a loved one. Shadow of the Colossus is a majestic journey through ancient lands to seek out and destroy gigantic mythical beasts. With your trusty horse at your side, explore the spacious lands and unearth each Colossi. Armed with your wits, a sword and a bow, use cunning and strategy to topple each behemoth. A remake of the critically-claimed game of the same title. Also from the minds that brought you The Last Guardian & ICO
91
/100
06
A
Marvel's Spider-Man
Starring the world’s most iconic Super Hero, Spider-Man features the acrobatic abilities, improvisation and web-slinging that the wall-crawler is famous for, while also introducing elements never-before-seen in a Spider-Man game. From traversing with parkour and utilizing the environment, to new combat and blockbuster set pieces, it’s Spider-Man unlike any you’ve played before.
90
/100
07
Mark of the Ninja: Remastered
In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation. Marked with cursed tattoos giving you heightened senses, every situation presents you with options. Will you be an unknown, invisible ghost, or a brutal, silent assassin? Upgrade new tools and techniques that suit your playstyle and complete optional objectives to unlock entirely new ways to approach the game. Finish the main story to unlock a New Game Plus mode with even more options and challenges.
89
/100
08
A
Dead Cells
Dead Cells is a rogue-lite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.
88
/100
09
Touhou Luna Nights
Touhou Luna Night's is a 2D search action (Metroidvania) video game. After creating many action games, this is a new project from Team Ladybug.
88
/100
10
Alto's Odyssey
Alto’s Odyssey is an endless sandboarding journey set against an ever-changing desert landscape. The game features Alto series hallmarks like fluid physics-based movement, procedurally generated terrain, and dynamic lighting and weather effects. Players will soar above windswept dunes, traverse thrilling canyons, and explore long-hidden temple cities in a fantastical place far from Alto’s home village.
88
/100
11
Dragon Ball FighterZ
87
/100
12
Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice VR Edition
87
/100
13
D
The Forest
86
/100
14
Iconoclasts
86
/100
15
A
Assassin's Creed Odyssey
85
/100
16
Beat Saber
85
/100
17
Katamari Damacy Reroll
85
/100
18
D
Dark Souls: Remastered
84
/100
19
Call of Duty: Black Ops 4
84
/100
20
The Messenger
84
/100
21
FAR: Lone Sails
84
/100
22
F1 2018
84
/100
23
Moss
84
/100
24
Destiny 2: Forsaken
84
/100
25
Guacamelee! 2
84
/100
26
SoulCalibur VI
83
/100
27
Valkyria Chronicles 4
83
/100
28
S
PUBG Mobile
82
/100
29
Judgment
82
/100
30
Moonlighter
82
/100
31
Lost Ark
81
/100
32
CrossCode
81
/100
33
FINAL FANTASY XV WINDOWS EDITION
81
/100
34
Unravel Two
81
/100
35
Overcooked! 2
80
/100
36
A
Far Cry 5
80
/100
37
Spyro Reignited Trilogy
80
/100
38
Insurgency: Sandstorm
80
/100
39
Regions Of Ruin
80
/100
40
Radical Heights
80
/100
41
Forgotton Anne
80
/100
42
Mega Man 11
80
/100
43
B
Detroit: Become Human
79
/100
44
C
Hunt: Showdown
79
/100
45
Onrush
79
/100
46
EA SPORTS NHL 19
79
/100
47
Rogue Aces
78
/100
48
The Walking Dead: The Final Season
78
/100
49
Horizon Chase Turbo
78
/100
50
Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon
78
/100
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Action game of 2018?
God of War currently tops the ranking with a score of 96/100 across 3,380 ratings. Ranking updated September 2026.
How is this ranking built?
Games are ranked on their aggregated critic score out of 100, with a minimum vote threshold so a single glowing review never outranks a proven classic; the Tier community's own F-to-S grades are shown alongside each game.