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Best games of 2023
The 44 best games released in 2023, ranked from 10,302 critic and player ratings.
The best game of 2023 is Baldur's Gate III, with a critic score of 97/100 — 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: 2023.
- 44 games are listed on this page, carrying 10,302 ratings between them.
- Rankings are recomputed hourly; this one was last rebuilt on 28 September 2026.
Top 44
01
S
Baldur's Gate III
An ancient evil has returned to Baldur's Gate, intent on devouring it from the inside out. The fate of Faerun lies in your hands. Alone, you may resist. But together, you can overcome.
97
/100
02
A
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
An epic adventure across the land and skies of Hyrule awaits in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for Nintendo Switch. The adventure is yours to create in a world fueled by your imagination. In this sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you'll decide your own path through the sprawling landscapes of Hyrule and the mysterious islands floating in the vast skies above. Can you harness the power of Link's new abilities to fight back against the malevolent forces that threaten the kingdom?
96
/100
03
Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Super Mario Bros. Wonder is a side-scrolling platform game and the first 2D Super Mario entry since New Super Mario Bros. U (2012). Players choose from twelve characters and traverse levels across the Flower Kingdom, a new setting for the series. The game's central mechanic is the Wonder Flower, which dramatically alters levels in unpredictable ways when touched. New power-ups include an elephant transformation, a bubble flower, and a drill hat, while an equippable badge system allows players to customize their abilities. The game supports local multiplayer for up to four active players and includes an asynchronous online mode.
95
/100
S
Baldur's Gate III
An ancient evil has returned to Baldur's Gate, intent on devouring it from the inside out. The fate of Faerun lies in your hands. Alone, you may resist. But together, you can overcome.
97
/100
02
A
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
An epic adventure across the land and skies of Hyrule awaits in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for Nintendo Switch. The adventure is yours to create in a world fueled by your imagination. In this sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you'll decide your own path through the sprawling landscapes of Hyrule and the mysterious islands floating in the vast skies above. Can you harness the power of Link's new abilities to fight back against the malevolent forces that threaten the kingdom?
96
/100
03
Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Super Mario Bros. Wonder is a side-scrolling platform game and the first 2D Super Mario entry since New Super Mario Bros. U (2012). Players choose from twelve characters and traverse levels across the Flower Kingdom, a new setting for the series. The game's central mechanic is the Wonder Flower, which dramatically alters levels in unpredictable ways when touched. New power-ups include an elephant transformation, a bubble flower, and a drill hat, while an equippable badge system allows players to customize their abilities. The game supports local multiplayer for up to four active players and includes an asynchronous online mode.
95
/100
04
S
Resident Evil 4
Resident Evil 4 is a remake of the 2005 original Resident Evil 4 reimagined for 2023 to bring state-of-the-art survival horror. Resident Evil 4 preserves the essence of the original game, while introducing modernized gameplay, a reimagined storyline, and vividly detailed graphics to make this the latest survival horror game where life and death, terror and catharsis intersect.
94
/100
05
Planet of Lana
A young girl and her loyal friend embark on a rescue mission through a colorful world full of cold machines and unfamiliar creatures. Planet of Lana is a cinematic puzzle adventure framed by an epic sci-fi saga that stretches across centuries and galaxies.
93
/100
06
Dave the Diver
Dave the Diver is an action-adventure and management simulation game developed by Mintrocket. In the game, players control Dave, who spends his days diving into underwater environments to catch fish and gather resources, and his nights managing a sushi restaurant. The gameplay combines real-time underwater exploration and combat with restaurant management mechanics.
93
/100
07
S
Alan Wake 2
Alan Wake 2 marks Remedy Entertainment’s first foray into the survival horror genre. Ritualistic murders in a small town. A writer trapped in a nightmare. An FBI agent looking for answers. Two realities. Two hero characters. One horror story that wants them dead.
93
/100
08
Final Fantasy XVI
A single-player action RPG set in a high-fantasy world where warring nations and powerful summoned Eikons shape political intrigue and personal vengeance. Players control Clive, a former shield bearer whose life is upended by tragedy. Engage in fast-paced, tactical real-time combat that blends heavy weapons, Eikon-driven abilities, and cinematic set pieces. Deeply narrative-driven, the game emphasizes character development, expansive locales to explore, and dramatic boss encounters while offering layered combat customization through combos, parries, and skill upgrades.
92
/100
09
Diablo IV
Endless demons to slaughter. Deep customization through Talents, Skill Points, Runes, and Legendary loot. Randomized dungeons contained in a dynamic open world. Survive and conquer darkness—or succumb to the shadows.
90
/100
10
Honkai: Star Rail
Honkai: Star Rail is an all-new strategy-RPG title in the Honkai series that takes players on a cosmic adventure across the stars. Hop aboard the Astral Express and experience the galaxy's infinite wonders on this journey filled with adventure and thrill.
90
/100
11
Sea of Stars
90
/100
12
Cocoon
89
/100
13
Viewfinder
89
/100
14
Blasphemous II
89
/100
15
Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon
87
/100
16
Jusant
86
/100
17
Hi-Fi Rush
86
/100
18
Dredge
86
/100
19
Lies Of P
85
/100
20
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
85
/100
21
C
Hogwarts Legacy
85
/100
22
Starfield
85
/100
23
Mortal Kombat 1
84
/100
24
Remnant II
84
/100
25
Overwatch
83
/100
26
A
Marvel's Spider-Man 2
82
/100
27
The Finals
80
/100
28
Buckshot Roulette
80
/100
29
Chants of Sennaar
80
/100
30
System Shock
78
/100
31
S
Lethal Company
76
/100
32
C
Assassin's Creed Mirage
75
/100
33
Dead Island 2
74
/100
34
Brotato
74
/100
35
RoboCop: Rogue City
74
/100
36
S
Atomic Heart
72
/100
37
S
Counter-Strike 2
68
/100
38
Bramble: The Mountain King
68
/100
39
20 Minutes Till Dawn
66
/100
40
EA Sports FC 24
66
/100
41
Forspoken
64
/100
42
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III
62
/100
43
Redfall
56
/100
44
My Hero Ultra Rumble
53
/100
S
Resident Evil 4
Resident Evil 4 is a remake of the 2005 original Resident Evil 4 reimagined for 2023 to bring state-of-the-art survival horror. Resident Evil 4 preserves the essence of the original game, while introducing modernized gameplay, a reimagined storyline, and vividly detailed graphics to make this the latest survival horror game where life and death, terror and catharsis intersect.
94
/100
05
Planet of Lana
A young girl and her loyal friend embark on a rescue mission through a colorful world full of cold machines and unfamiliar creatures. Planet of Lana is a cinematic puzzle adventure framed by an epic sci-fi saga that stretches across centuries and galaxies.
93
/100
06
Dave the Diver
Dave the Diver is an action-adventure and management simulation game developed by Mintrocket. In the game, players control Dave, who spends his days diving into underwater environments to catch fish and gather resources, and his nights managing a sushi restaurant. The gameplay combines real-time underwater exploration and combat with restaurant management mechanics.
93
/100
07
S
Alan Wake 2
Alan Wake 2 marks Remedy Entertainment’s first foray into the survival horror genre. Ritualistic murders in a small town. A writer trapped in a nightmare. An FBI agent looking for answers. Two realities. Two hero characters. One horror story that wants them dead.
93
/100
08
Final Fantasy XVI
A single-player action RPG set in a high-fantasy world where warring nations and powerful summoned Eikons shape political intrigue and personal vengeance. Players control Clive, a former shield bearer whose life is upended by tragedy. Engage in fast-paced, tactical real-time combat that blends heavy weapons, Eikon-driven abilities, and cinematic set pieces. Deeply narrative-driven, the game emphasizes character development, expansive locales to explore, and dramatic boss encounters while offering layered combat customization through combos, parries, and skill upgrades.
92
/100
09
Diablo IV
Endless demons to slaughter. Deep customization through Talents, Skill Points, Runes, and Legendary loot. Randomized dungeons contained in a dynamic open world. Survive and conquer darkness—or succumb to the shadows.
90
/100
10
Honkai: Star Rail
Honkai: Star Rail is an all-new strategy-RPG title in the Honkai series that takes players on a cosmic adventure across the stars. Hop aboard the Astral Express and experience the galaxy's infinite wonders on this journey filled with adventure and thrill.
90
/100
11
Sea of Stars
90
/100
12
Cocoon
89
/100
13
Viewfinder
89
/100
14
Blasphemous II
89
/100
15
Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon
87
/100
16
Jusant
86
/100
17
Hi-Fi Rush
86
/100
18
Dredge
86
/100
19
Lies Of P
85
/100
20
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
85
/100
21
C
Hogwarts Legacy
85
/100
22
Starfield
85
/100
23
Mortal Kombat 1
84
/100
24
Remnant II
84
/100
25
Overwatch
83
/100
26
A
Marvel's Spider-Man 2
82
/100
27
The Finals
80
/100
28
Buckshot Roulette
80
/100
29
Chants of Sennaar
80
/100
30
System Shock
78
/100
31
S
Lethal Company
76
/100
32
C
Assassin's Creed Mirage
75
/100
33
Dead Island 2
74
/100
34
Brotato
74
/100
35
RoboCop: Rogue City
74
/100
36
S
Atomic Heart
72
/100
37
S
Counter-Strike 2
68
/100
38
Bramble: The Mountain King
68
/100
39
20 Minutes Till Dawn
66
/100
40
EA Sports FC 24
66
/100
41
Forspoken
64
/100
42
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III
62
/100
43
Redfall
56
/100
44
My Hero Ultra Rumble
53
/100
Frequently asked questions
What is the best game of 2023?
Baldur's Gate III currently tops the ranking with a score of 97/100 across 1,027 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.