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Best Xbox One games of 2015
The 107 best Xbox One games released in 2015, ranked from 40,566 critic and player ratings.
The best Xbox One game of 2015 is Undertale, 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: 2015.
- 50 games are listed on this page, carrying 40,566 ratings between them.
- Rankings are recomputed hourly; this one was last rebuilt on 29 September 2026.
Top 50
01
B
Undertale
A small child falls into the Underground, where monsters have long been banished by humans and are hunting every human that they find. The player controls the child as they try to make it back to the Surface through hostile environments, all the while engaging with a turn-based combat system with puzzle-solving and bullet hell elements, as well as other unconventional game mechanics.
96
/100
02
S
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain is the sequel to Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes and a prequel to the original Metal Gear. The game has a complex story with long cut-scene sequences, but there are fewer and they are shorter compared to earlier Metal Gear Solid titles. Most of the gameplay mechanics introduced in Ground Zeroes are carried over: it is still an action game and stealth oriented but replaces the linear corridor design from most earlier titles with large open world environments that offer the player unrestricted freedom for the approach. The world has now a real-time day and night cycle and various weather effects that influence enemy behaviour, visibility and sound. Sabotaging or destroying certain structures can also influence other parts of the map.
96
/100
03
Divinity: Original Sin - Enhanced Edition
Divinity Original Sin: Enhanced Edition Edition is a much lauded Role-Playing-Game that blends deep customization and humor with dynamic turn based combat. Either in online co-op, split-screen co-op on your TV, or even alone, take advantage of a classless RPG system to create your heroes and conquer the evils of Rivellon! Embark upon a journey with up to three companions as you bend the very fabric of time, where what seems like the case of a simple murder unravels into hours of quests facing fiendish foes, magical polymorphs, and dastardly bosses. As a Source Hunter, master the elements and use the environment to your advantage in dynamic combats mixing weather and magic to explode, poison, electrify, freeze and burn your enemies!
94
/100
B
Undertale
A small child falls into the Underground, where monsters have long been banished by humans and are hunting every human that they find. The player controls the child as they try to make it back to the Surface through hostile environments, all the while engaging with a turn-based combat system with puzzle-solving and bullet hell elements, as well as other unconventional game mechanics.
96
/100
02
S
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain is the sequel to Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes and a prequel to the original Metal Gear. The game has a complex story with long cut-scene sequences, but there are fewer and they are shorter compared to earlier Metal Gear Solid titles. Most of the gameplay mechanics introduced in Ground Zeroes are carried over: it is still an action game and stealth oriented but replaces the linear corridor design from most earlier titles with large open world environments that offer the player unrestricted freedom for the approach. The world has now a real-time day and night cycle and various weather effects that influence enemy behaviour, visibility and sound. Sabotaging or destroying certain structures can also influence other parts of the map.
96
/100
03
Divinity: Original Sin - Enhanced Edition
Divinity Original Sin: Enhanced Edition Edition is a much lauded Role-Playing-Game that blends deep customization and humor with dynamic turn based combat. Either in online co-op, split-screen co-op on your TV, or even alone, take advantage of a classless RPG system to create your heroes and conquer the evils of Rivellon! Embark upon a journey with up to three companions as you bend the very fabric of time, where what seems like the case of a simple murder unravels into hours of quests facing fiendish foes, magical polymorphs, and dastardly bosses. As a Source Hunter, master the elements and use the environment to your advantage in dynamic combats mixing weather and magic to explode, poison, electrify, freeze and burn your enemies!
94
/100
04
A
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is an open-world action role-playing game developed by CD Projekt Red. Set in a dark fantasy world, the game follows Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter searching for his adopted daughter, Ciri, while navigating political conflicts and supernatural threats. Gameplay features exploration, combat, character progression, and branching narratives shaped by player choices. Widely acclaimed for its writing, world-building, and depth, it is considered one of the most influential RPGs of its generation.
92
/100
05
Alto's Adventure
Join Alto and his friends as they embark on an endless snowboarding odyssey. Journey across the beautiful alpine hills of their native wilderness, through neighbouring villages, ancient woodlands, and long-abandoned ruins. Along the way you'll rescue runaway llamas, grind rooftops, leap over terrifying chasms and outwit the mountain elders – all while braving the ever changing elements and passage of time upon the mountain.
92
/100
06
B
Batman: Arkham Knight
Batman: Arkham Knight is an action-adventure game developed by Rocksteady Studios, released in 2015. It is the final installment in the Arkham series. Players control Batman as he faces Scarecrow, who unites Gotham's criminals to destroy the Dark Knight. The mysterious Arkham Knight, a new adversary, aids Scarecrow in his plan. The game features open-world exploration, stealth, combat, and puzzle-solving. A key addition is the Batmobile, used for traversal and combat. The story explores Batman’s psychological struggles and the collapse of his alliances as Gotham spirals into chaos.
92
/100
07
N++ (NPLUSPLUS)
90
/100
08
Pillars of Eternity
Prepare to be enchanted by a world where the choices you make and the paths you choose shape your destiny. Recapture the deep sense of exploration, the joy of a pulsating adventure, and the thrill of leading your own band of companions across a new fantasy realm and into the depths of monster-infested dungeons in search of lost treasures and ancient mysteries. So gather your party, venture forth, and embrace adventure as you delve into a realm of wonder, nostalgia, and the excitement of classic RPGs with Obsidian’s Pillars of Eternity!
89
/100
09
A
Rocket League
Rocket League is a high-powered hybrid of arcade-style soccer and vehicular mayhem with easy-to-understand controls and fluid, physics-driven competition. Rocket League includes casual and competitive Online Matches, a fully-featured offline Season Mode, special “Mutators” that let you change the rules entirely, hockey and basketball-inspired Extra Modes, and more than 500 trillion possible cosmetic customization combinations.
89
/100
10
Ori and the Blind Forest
The forest of Nibel is dying. After a powerful storm sets a series of devastating events in motion, an unlikely hero must journey to find his courage and confront a dark nemesis to save his home. Ori and the Blind Forest tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning action-platformer crafted by Moon Studios for Xbox One and PC. Featuring hand-painted artwork, meticulously animated character performance, and a fully orchestrated score, Ori and the Blind Forest explores a deeply emotional story about love and sacrifice, and the hope that exists in us all.
88
/100
11
Crypt of the NecroDancer
88
/100
12
SteamWorld Heist
88
/100
13
S
Rise of the Tomb Raider
87
/100
14
S
Dying Light: The Following - Enhanced Edition
87
/100
15
Forza Motorsport 6
87
/100
16
Kerbal Space Program
87
/100
17
DiRT Rally
86
/100
18
Yakuza 0
86
/100
19
NBA 2K16
86
/100
20
B
Cities: Skylines
85
/100
21
Mega Man Legacy Collection / ロックマン クラシックス コレクション
85
/100
22
D
Fallout 4
84
/100
23
B
SOMA
84
/100
24
S
Grim Fandango Remastered
84
/100
25
Halo 5: Guardians
84
/100
26
Nuclear Throne
84
/100
27
Axiom Verge
84
/100
28
Broforce
83
/100
29
SMITE
83
/100
30
Prison Architect
83
/100
31
Project CARS
83
/100
32
Pro Evolution Soccer 2016
83
/100
33
Resident Evil HD Remaster
82
/100
34
OlliOlli2: Welcome to Olliwood
82
/100
35
Shadowrun: Hong Kong - Extended Edition
81
/100
36
Guitar Hero Live
81
/100
37
Plague Inc: Evolved
80
/100
38
Please, Don’t Touch Anything
80
/100
39
S
Dishonored: Definitive Edition
80
/100
40
S
Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin
79
/100
41
Jotun: Valhalla Edition
79
/100
42
EA SPORTS FIFA 16
79
/100
43
D
Life Is Strange
79
/100
44
Hand of Fate
78
/100
45
State of Decay YOSE - Day One Edition
78
/100
46
Westerado: Double Barreled
78
/100
47
Gears of War: Ultimate Edition
78
/100
48
Evolve
77
/100
49
The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited
77
/100
50
S
Call of Duty: Black Ops III
77
/100
A
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is an open-world action role-playing game developed by CD Projekt Red. Set in a dark fantasy world, the game follows Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter searching for his adopted daughter, Ciri, while navigating political conflicts and supernatural threats. Gameplay features exploration, combat, character progression, and branching narratives shaped by player choices. Widely acclaimed for its writing, world-building, and depth, it is considered one of the most influential RPGs of its generation.
92
/100
05
Alto's Adventure
Join Alto and his friends as they embark on an endless snowboarding odyssey. Journey across the beautiful alpine hills of their native wilderness, through neighbouring villages, ancient woodlands, and long-abandoned ruins. Along the way you'll rescue runaway llamas, grind rooftops, leap over terrifying chasms and outwit the mountain elders – all while braving the ever changing elements and passage of time upon the mountain.
92
/100
06
B
Batman: Arkham Knight
Batman: Arkham Knight is an action-adventure game developed by Rocksteady Studios, released in 2015. It is the final installment in the Arkham series. Players control Batman as he faces Scarecrow, who unites Gotham's criminals to destroy the Dark Knight. The mysterious Arkham Knight, a new adversary, aids Scarecrow in his plan. The game features open-world exploration, stealth, combat, and puzzle-solving. A key addition is the Batmobile, used for traversal and combat. The story explores Batman’s psychological struggles and the collapse of his alliances as Gotham spirals into chaos.
92
/100
07
N++ (NPLUSPLUS)
90
/100
08
Pillars of Eternity
Prepare to be enchanted by a world where the choices you make and the paths you choose shape your destiny. Recapture the deep sense of exploration, the joy of a pulsating adventure, and the thrill of leading your own band of companions across a new fantasy realm and into the depths of monster-infested dungeons in search of lost treasures and ancient mysteries. So gather your party, venture forth, and embrace adventure as you delve into a realm of wonder, nostalgia, and the excitement of classic RPGs with Obsidian’s Pillars of Eternity!
89
/100
09
A
Rocket League
Rocket League is a high-powered hybrid of arcade-style soccer and vehicular mayhem with easy-to-understand controls and fluid, physics-driven competition. Rocket League includes casual and competitive Online Matches, a fully-featured offline Season Mode, special “Mutators” that let you change the rules entirely, hockey and basketball-inspired Extra Modes, and more than 500 trillion possible cosmetic customization combinations.
89
/100
10
Ori and the Blind Forest
The forest of Nibel is dying. After a powerful storm sets a series of devastating events in motion, an unlikely hero must journey to find his courage and confront a dark nemesis to save his home. Ori and the Blind Forest tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning action-platformer crafted by Moon Studios for Xbox One and PC. Featuring hand-painted artwork, meticulously animated character performance, and a fully orchestrated score, Ori and the Blind Forest explores a deeply emotional story about love and sacrifice, and the hope that exists in us all.
88
/100
11
Crypt of the NecroDancer
88
/100
12
SteamWorld Heist
88
/100
13
S
Rise of the Tomb Raider
87
/100
14
S
Dying Light: The Following - Enhanced Edition
87
/100
15
Forza Motorsport 6
87
/100
16
Kerbal Space Program
87
/100
17
DiRT Rally
86
/100
18
Yakuza 0
86
/100
19
NBA 2K16
86
/100
20
B
Cities: Skylines
85
/100
21
Mega Man Legacy Collection / ロックマン クラシックス コレクション
85
/100
22
D
Fallout 4
84
/100
23
B
SOMA
84
/100
24
S
Grim Fandango Remastered
84
/100
25
Halo 5: Guardians
84
/100
26
Nuclear Throne
84
/100
27
Axiom Verge
84
/100
28
Broforce
83
/100
29
SMITE
83
/100
30
Prison Architect
83
/100
31
Project CARS
83
/100
32
Pro Evolution Soccer 2016
83
/100
33
Resident Evil HD Remaster
82
/100
34
OlliOlli2: Welcome to Olliwood
82
/100
35
Shadowrun: Hong Kong - Extended Edition
81
/100
36
Guitar Hero Live
81
/100
37
Plague Inc: Evolved
80
/100
38
Please, Don’t Touch Anything
80
/100
39
S
Dishonored: Definitive Edition
80
/100
40
S
Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin
79
/100
41
Jotun: Valhalla Edition
79
/100
42
EA SPORTS FIFA 16
79
/100
43
D
Life Is Strange
79
/100
44
Hand of Fate
78
/100
45
State of Decay YOSE - Day One Edition
78
/100
46
Westerado: Double Barreled
78
/100
47
Gears of War: Ultimate Edition
78
/100
48
Evolve
77
/100
49
The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited
77
/100
50
S
Call of Duty: Black Ops III
77
/100
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Xbox One game of 2015?
Undertale currently tops the ranking with a score of 96/100 across 1,847 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.