Best games
Best Xbox One games of 2010
The 40 best Xbox One games released in 2010, ranked from 26,105 critic and player ratings.
The best Xbox One game of 2010 is Mass Effect 2, 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: 2010.
- 40 games are listed on this page, carrying 26,105 ratings between them.
- Rankings are recomputed hourly; this one was last rebuilt on 29 September 2026.
Top 40
01
Mass Effect 2
Are you prepared to lose everything to save the galaxy? You'll need to be, Commander Shephard. It's time to bring together your greatest allies and recruit the galaxy's fighting elite to continue the resistance against the invading Reapers. So steel yourself, because this is an astronomical mission where sacrifices must be made. You'll face tougher choices and new, deadlier enemies. Arm yourself and prepare for an unforgettable intergalactic adventure. Game Features: Shift the fight in your favour. Equip yourself with powerful new weapons almost instantly thanks to a new inventory system. Plus, an improved health regeneration system means you'll spend less time hunting for restorative items. Make every decision matter. Divisive crew members are just the tip of the iceberg, Commander, because you'll also be tasked with issues of intergalactic diplomacy. And time's a wastin' so don't be afraid to use new prompt-based actions that let you interrupt conversations, even if they could alter the fate of your crew...and the galaxy. Forge new alliances, carefully. You'll fight alongside some of your most trustworthy crew members, but you'll also get the opportunity to recruit new talent. Just choose your new partners with care because the fate of the galaxy rests on your shoulders, Commander.
96
/100
02
S
Red Dead Redemption
A modern-day Western epic, Red Dead Redemption takes John Marston, a relic from the fast-closing time of the gunslinger, through an open world filled with wildlife, mini-games, and shootouts. Marston sets out to hunt down his old gang mates for the government, who have taken away his family. Along his journey, he meets many characters emblematic of the Wild West, heroism, and the new civilization.
92
/100
03
Halo: Reach
Experience the story before the events of Halo: Combat Evolved as you fight to defend the planet Reach from a harrowing Covenant invasion. In this first-person shooter you can customize your own Spartan with armor and accessories to experience both a pulse-pounding campaign and addictive multiplayer mode. Reach will fall, but it won't go down without a fight.
89
/100
Mass Effect 2
Are you prepared to lose everything to save the galaxy? You'll need to be, Commander Shephard. It's time to bring together your greatest allies and recruit the galaxy's fighting elite to continue the resistance against the invading Reapers. So steel yourself, because this is an astronomical mission where sacrifices must be made. You'll face tougher choices and new, deadlier enemies. Arm yourself and prepare for an unforgettable intergalactic adventure. Game Features: Shift the fight in your favour. Equip yourself with powerful new weapons almost instantly thanks to a new inventory system. Plus, an improved health regeneration system means you'll spend less time hunting for restorative items. Make every decision matter. Divisive crew members are just the tip of the iceberg, Commander, because you'll also be tasked with issues of intergalactic diplomacy. And time's a wastin' so don't be afraid to use new prompt-based actions that let you interrupt conversations, even if they could alter the fate of your crew...and the galaxy. Forge new alliances, carefully. You'll fight alongside some of your most trustworthy crew members, but you'll also get the opportunity to recruit new talent. Just choose your new partners with care because the fate of the galaxy rests on your shoulders, Commander.
96
/100
02
S
Red Dead Redemption
A modern-day Western epic, Red Dead Redemption takes John Marston, a relic from the fast-closing time of the gunslinger, through an open world filled with wildlife, mini-games, and shootouts. Marston sets out to hunt down his old gang mates for the government, who have taken away his family. Along his journey, he meets many characters emblematic of the Wild West, heroism, and the new civilization.
92
/100
03
Halo: Reach
Experience the story before the events of Halo: Combat Evolved as you fight to defend the planet Reach from a harrowing Covenant invasion. In this first-person shooter you can customize your own Spartan with armor and accessories to experience both a pulse-pounding campaign and addictive multiplayer mode. Reach will fall, but it won't go down without a fight.
89
/100
04
Amnesia: The Dark Descent
Amnesia: The Dark Descent is a survival horror video game by Frictional Games. The game features a protagonist named Daniel exploring a dark and foreboding castle, while trying to maintain his sanity by avoiding monsters and other terrifying obstructions. The game was critically well received.
89
/100
05
S
BioShock 2
BioShock 2 is the second game of the BioShock series and the sequel to BioShock. It continues the grand storyline of the underwater metropolis Rapture. BioShock 2 capitalizes and improves upon the high-quality effects, unique gameplay elements, and immersive atmosphere that defined the first game. It explores more brutal gameplay than its predecessor, with new enemies, weapons, Plasmids, and Gene Tonics.
88
/100
06
Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood
88
/100
07
B
Battlefield: Bad Company 2
Battlefield: Bad Company 2 brings the award-winning Battlefield gameplay to the forefront of PC gaming with best-in-class vehicular combat and unexpected "Battlefield moments." New vehicles like the ATV and a transport helicopter allow for all-new multiplayer tactics on the Battlefield. With the Frostbite-enabled Destruction 2.0 system, you can take down entire buildings and create your own fire points by blasting holes through cover. You can also compete in four-player teams in two squad-only game modes, fighting together to unlock exclusive awards and achievements. Battles are set across expansive maps, each with a different tactical focus. The game also sees the return of the B Company squad in a more mature single-player campaign.
87
/100
08
Dead Rising 2: CASE ZERO
Dead Rising 2: Case Zero, will introduce main protagonist and former motocross champion Chuck Greene and provide a link between the original game and the events that await players in the gambling paradise of Fortune City.
87
/100
09
skate.
86
/100
10
Skate 3
Skate 3 features an all-new co-op mode where teammates can complete challenges together while advancing each other’s careers. From rewarding epic bails and fails with a beefed up Hall of Meat mode to honing your craft with the all-new skate.School, players of all skill levels have multiple ways to “kill it” in the game. The franchise also continues to raise the bar for user created content with the skate.Create feature suite, an innovative toolset that empowers gamers to truly express their skate style by creating their own graphics, videos, and skate parks.
84
/100
11
D
Fallout: New Vegas
84
/100
12
Limbo
84
/100
13
S
Just Cause 2
84
/100
14
Castlevania: Lords of Shadow
84
/100
15
Pinball FX2
84
/100
16
Fight Night Champion
83
/100
17
Alan Wake
83
/100
18
Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Conviction
83
/100
19
Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc
82
/100
20
Halo Wars
82
/100
21
S
Call of Duty: Black Ops
81
/100
22
Dead Rising 2
81
/100
23
Costume Quest
80
/100
24
Vanquish
79
/100
25
Split/Second
79
/100
26
Mount & Blade: Warband
78
/100
27
Fable III
78
/100
28
Supreme Commander 2
77
/100
29
Doritos Crash Course
76
/100
30
Dante's Inferno
75
/100
31
Sonic the Hedgehog 4 - Episode I
75
/100
32
Fruit Ninja Classic
75
/100
33
Crackdown 2
72
/100
34
Aliens vs. Predator
68
/100
35
NIER
68
/100
36
Back to the Future: The Game
68
/100
37
S
Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2
67
/100
38
Lost Planet 2
63
/100
39
STAR WARS: The Force Unleashed II
59
/100
40
Dark Void
57
/100
Amnesia: The Dark Descent
Amnesia: The Dark Descent is a survival horror video game by Frictional Games. The game features a protagonist named Daniel exploring a dark and foreboding castle, while trying to maintain his sanity by avoiding monsters and other terrifying obstructions. The game was critically well received.
89
/100
05
S
BioShock 2
BioShock 2 is the second game of the BioShock series and the sequel to BioShock. It continues the grand storyline of the underwater metropolis Rapture. BioShock 2 capitalizes and improves upon the high-quality effects, unique gameplay elements, and immersive atmosphere that defined the first game. It explores more brutal gameplay than its predecessor, with new enemies, weapons, Plasmids, and Gene Tonics.
88
/100
06
Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood
88
/100
07
B
Battlefield: Bad Company 2
Battlefield: Bad Company 2 brings the award-winning Battlefield gameplay to the forefront of PC gaming with best-in-class vehicular combat and unexpected "Battlefield moments." New vehicles like the ATV and a transport helicopter allow for all-new multiplayer tactics on the Battlefield. With the Frostbite-enabled Destruction 2.0 system, you can take down entire buildings and create your own fire points by blasting holes through cover. You can also compete in four-player teams in two squad-only game modes, fighting together to unlock exclusive awards and achievements. Battles are set across expansive maps, each with a different tactical focus. The game also sees the return of the B Company squad in a more mature single-player campaign.
87
/100
08
Dead Rising 2: CASE ZERO
Dead Rising 2: Case Zero, will introduce main protagonist and former motocross champion Chuck Greene and provide a link between the original game and the events that await players in the gambling paradise of Fortune City.
87
/100
09
skate.
86
/100
10
Skate 3
Skate 3 features an all-new co-op mode where teammates can complete challenges together while advancing each other’s careers. From rewarding epic bails and fails with a beefed up Hall of Meat mode to honing your craft with the all-new skate.School, players of all skill levels have multiple ways to “kill it” in the game. The franchise also continues to raise the bar for user created content with the skate.Create feature suite, an innovative toolset that empowers gamers to truly express their skate style by creating their own graphics, videos, and skate parks.
84
/100
11
D
Fallout: New Vegas
84
/100
12
Limbo
84
/100
13
S
Just Cause 2
84
/100
14
Castlevania: Lords of Shadow
84
/100
15
Pinball FX2
84
/100
16
Fight Night Champion
83
/100
17
Alan Wake
83
/100
18
Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Conviction
83
/100
19
Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc
82
/100
20
Halo Wars
82
/100
21
S
Call of Duty: Black Ops
81
/100
22
Dead Rising 2
81
/100
23
Costume Quest
80
/100
24
Vanquish
79
/100
25
Split/Second
79
/100
26
Mount & Blade: Warband
78
/100
27
Fable III
78
/100
28
Supreme Commander 2
77
/100
29
Doritos Crash Course
76
/100
30
Dante's Inferno
75
/100
31
Sonic the Hedgehog 4 - Episode I
75
/100
32
Fruit Ninja Classic
75
/100
33
Crackdown 2
72
/100
34
Aliens vs. Predator
68
/100
35
NIER
68
/100
36
Back to the Future: The Game
68
/100
37
S
Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2
67
/100
38
Lost Planet 2
63
/100
39
STAR WARS: The Force Unleashed II
59
/100
40
Dark Void
57
/100
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Xbox One game of 2010?
Mass Effect 2 currently tops the ranking with a score of 96/100 across 2,700 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.