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Best Arcade games of 2020
The 13 best Arcade games released in 2020, ranked from 1,382 critic and player ratings.
The best Arcade game of 2020 is Tetris Effect: Connected, with a critic score of 89/100 — updated augustus 2026.
01
Tetris Effect: Connected
Tetris Effect: Connected adds an all-new robust multiplayer expansion to the huge variety of addictive and innovative single-player modes that Tetris Effect is known for. Connect and play with or against each other in all-new modes like "Zone Battle," which shakes up traditional 1-on-1 Tetris gameplay via the time-stopping Zone mechanic, or try the innovative co-op of "Connected" mode, where up to three players can literally connect their Tetris playfields together and play as one, as they work together to take down a series of increasingly-challenging CPU-controlled bosses.
89
/100
02
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2
88
/100
03
Risk of Rain 2
The classic multiplayer roguelike, Risk of Rain, returns with an extra dimension and more challenging action. No run will ever be the same with randomized stages, enemies, bosses, and items. Play solo, or team up with up to four friends to fight your way through hordes of monsters, unlock new loot, and find a way to escape the planet.
87
/100
Tetris Effect: Connected
Tetris Effect: Connected adds an all-new robust multiplayer expansion to the huge variety of addictive and innovative single-player modes that Tetris Effect is known for. Connect and play with or against each other in all-new modes like "Zone Battle," which shakes up traditional 1-on-1 Tetris gameplay via the time-stopping Zone mechanic, or try the innovative co-op of "Connected" mode, where up to three players can literally connect their Tetris playfields together and play as one, as they work together to take down a series of increasingly-challenging CPU-controlled bosses.
89
/100
02
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2
88
/100
03
Risk of Rain 2
The classic multiplayer roguelike, Risk of Rain, returns with an extra dimension and more challenging action. No run will ever be the same with randomized stages, enemies, bosses, and items. Play solo, or team up with up to four friends to fight your way through hordes of monsters, unlock new loot, and find a way to escape the planet.
87
/100
04
Art of Rally
Race in the golden era of rally. Drive iconic cars from the 60s to Group B on challenging stages through stylized environments. Will you master the art of rally?
83
/100
05
Streets of Rage 4
Streets of Rage 4 is a side-scrolling beat 'em up that continues the series following the original trilogy. Players fight through Wood Oak City using a mix of returning and new characters, each with their own combat styles and special moves. The game builds on the classic formula with new mechanics while maintaining the responsive, straightforward action the series is known for. Featuring hand-drawn visuals from the team behind Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap, it supports both solo and cooperative play locally or online across multiple difficulty levels.
83
/100
06
Huntdown
Challenge yourself in this hard-boiled arcade shooter. Choose from 3 different bounty hunters in this classic arcade setup. Run, jump and take cover in a futuristic city environment. Haul bullets at your enemies with a great variety of guns. Keep your cool while planning your advancement as objects around you shatter into pieces from explosions and bullets that whistle over your head. Kill the minions, then go after their leaders. Collect your bounty. Make a healthy living — by making living unhealthy.
82
/100
07
Ultrakill
Ultrakill is a fast-paced ultraviolent retro FPS combining the skill-based scoring from character action games with unadulterated carnage inspired by the best shooters of the 90's. Rip apart your foes with varied destructive weapons and shower in their blood to regain your health.
81
/100
08
SnowRunner
SnowRunner is an off-road driving simulation game that focuses on navigating challenging terrain using a variety of heavy vehicles. Players complete contracts and objectives across open environments, transporting cargo while overcoming mud, snow, rivers, and other natural obstacles. The game emphasizes realistic physics, vehicle customization, and route planning, with progression tied to upgrading equipment and expanding a fleet suited for different conditions.
81
/100
09
Dirt 5
Dirt 5 is the bold new off-road racing experience created by Codemasters. Blaze a trail across the most iconic routes in the world. Drive the widest roster of cars from rally icons, to trucks, to GT heroes and lots more. Play through a star-studded Career, four-player split-screen, innovative online modes, livery editor and more new features, DIRT 5 is the next generation of extreme racing.
81
/100
10
Noita
Noita is a magical action roguelite set in a world where every pixel is physically simulated. Fight, explore, melt, burn, freeze and evaporate your way through the procedurally generated world using spells you've created yourself. Explore a variety of environments ranging from coal mines to freezing wastelands while delving deeper in search for unknown mysteries.
80
/100
11
Trackmania
79
/100
12
Zombie Army 4: Dead War
76
/100
13
Kingdom Hearts: Melody of Memory
76
/100
Art of Rally
Race in the golden era of rally. Drive iconic cars from the 60s to Group B on challenging stages through stylized environments. Will you master the art of rally?
83
/100
05
Streets of Rage 4
Streets of Rage 4 is a side-scrolling beat 'em up that continues the series following the original trilogy. Players fight through Wood Oak City using a mix of returning and new characters, each with their own combat styles and special moves. The game builds on the classic formula with new mechanics while maintaining the responsive, straightforward action the series is known for. Featuring hand-drawn visuals from the team behind Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap, it supports both solo and cooperative play locally or online across multiple difficulty levels.
83
/100
06
Huntdown
Challenge yourself in this hard-boiled arcade shooter. Choose from 3 different bounty hunters in this classic arcade setup. Run, jump and take cover in a futuristic city environment. Haul bullets at your enemies with a great variety of guns. Keep your cool while planning your advancement as objects around you shatter into pieces from explosions and bullets that whistle over your head. Kill the minions, then go after their leaders. Collect your bounty. Make a healthy living — by making living unhealthy.
82
/100
07
Ultrakill
Ultrakill is a fast-paced ultraviolent retro FPS combining the skill-based scoring from character action games with unadulterated carnage inspired by the best shooters of the 90's. Rip apart your foes with varied destructive weapons and shower in their blood to regain your health.
81
/100
08
SnowRunner
SnowRunner is an off-road driving simulation game that focuses on navigating challenging terrain using a variety of heavy vehicles. Players complete contracts and objectives across open environments, transporting cargo while overcoming mud, snow, rivers, and other natural obstacles. The game emphasizes realistic physics, vehicle customization, and route planning, with progression tied to upgrading equipment and expanding a fleet suited for different conditions.
81
/100
09
Dirt 5
Dirt 5 is the bold new off-road racing experience created by Codemasters. Blaze a trail across the most iconic routes in the world. Drive the widest roster of cars from rally icons, to trucks, to GT heroes and lots more. Play through a star-studded Career, four-player split-screen, innovative online modes, livery editor and more new features, DIRT 5 is the next generation of extreme racing.
81
/100
10
Noita
Noita is a magical action roguelite set in a world where every pixel is physically simulated. Fight, explore, melt, burn, freeze and evaporate your way through the procedurally generated world using spells you've created yourself. Explore a variety of environments ranging from coal mines to freezing wastelands while delving deeper in search for unknown mysteries.
80
/100
11
Trackmania
79
/100
12
Zombie Army 4: Dead War
76
/100
13
Kingdom Hearts: Melody of Memory
76
/100
FAQ
What is the best Arcade game of 2020?
Tetris Effect: Connected currently tops the ranking with a score of 89/100 across 75 ratings. Ranking updated augustus 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.