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Best Shooter games of 2020
The 39 best Shooter games released in 2020, ranked from 14,915 critic and player ratings.
The best Shooter game of 2020 is The Last of Us Part II, with a critic score of 95/100 — updated augustus 2026.
01
The Last of Us Part II
The Last of Us Part II is an action-adventure game set five years after the events of The Last of Us. The player traverses post-apocalyptic environments such as buildings and forests to advance the story. They can use firearms, improvised weapons, and stealth to defend against hostile humans and cannibalistic creatures infected by a mutated strain of the Cordyceps fungus. The game intermittently switches control between Ellie and Abby, and also briefly Joel in the opening sequence. The nimble nature of the player character introduces platforming elements, allowing the player to jump and climb to traverse environments and gain advantages during combat.
95
/100
02
The Last of Us Part II
93
/100
03
Half-Life: Alyx
93
/100
The Last of Us Part II
The Last of Us Part II is an action-adventure game set five years after the events of The Last of Us. The player traverses post-apocalyptic environments such as buildings and forests to advance the story. They can use firearms, improvised weapons, and stealth to defend against hostile humans and cannibalistic creatures infected by a mutated strain of the Cordyceps fungus. The game intermittently switches control between Ellie and Abby, and also briefly Joel in the opening sequence. The nimble nature of the player character introduces platforming elements, allowing the player to jump and climb to traverse environments and gain advantages during combat.
95
/100
02
The Last of Us Part II
93
/100
03
Half-Life: Alyx
93
/100
04
Neon Abyss
Neon Abyss is a frantic, roguelike action-platformer where you run ‘n’ gun your way into the Abyss as part of the Hades formed ‘Grim Squad’. Featuring unlimited item synergies and a unique dungeon evolution system, each run diversifies the experience and every choice alters the ruleset. Get ready to unleash hell! Combining furious run ‘n’ gun action and deep, roguelike mechanics, Neon Abyss pits you as a member of the ‘Grim Squad’ – a task force set-up by Hades himself to infiltrate the Abyss and defeat the New Gods. Death is not the end as every time you die, you’ll find yourself more empowered than before.
90
/100
05
Black Mesa
Black Mesa is a re-envisioning of Valve Software's classic science fiction first person shooter, Half-Life. Powered by Source Engine, You will re-visit the inaugural role of Gordon Freeman and his memorable journey through the Black Mesa Research Facility. Expect detailed environments to explore, a huge cast of characters and experimental weaponry. All-new music, voice acting, choreography and added dialogue give way to a more expansive and immersive experience than ever before.
88
/100
06
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
07
Doom Eternal
Hell’s armies have invaded Earth. Become the Slayer in an epic single-player campaign to conquer demons across dimensions and stop the final destruction of humanity. The only thing they fear... is you.
86
/100
08
Fortnite
Fortnite is a free-to-play online game where you and your friends fight to be the last one standing in Battle Royale, join forces to make your own Creative games, or catch a live show at Party Royale.
83
/100
09
Control Ultimate Edition
82
/100
10
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
11
Deep Rock Galactic
82
/100
12
Ultrakill
81
/100
13
Resident Evil 3
81
/100
14
Star Wars: Squadrons
81
/100
15
Noita
80
/100
16
Valorant
78
/100
17
Control: The Foundation
78
/100
18
BPM: BULLETS PER MINUTE
77
/100
19
Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War
77
/100
20
DOOM 64 (2020)
76
/100
21
Zombie Army 4: Dead War
76
/100
22
Doom Eternal: The Ancient Gods - Part One
76
/100
23
Orcs Must Die! 3
76
/100
24
Rogue Company
75
/100
25
Mafia: Definitive Edition
75
/100
26
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Cyberpunk 2077
73
/100
27
Watch Dogs: Legion
72
/100
28
Saints Row: The Third Remastered
72
/100
29
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Campaign Remastered
71
/100
30
Rocket Arena
71
/100
31
Destroy All Humans! (2020)
70
/100
32
State of Decay 2: Juggernaut Edition
68
/100
33
West of Dead
68
/100
34
Worms Rumble
67
/100
35
The Complex
64
/100
36
Hyper Scape
64
/100
37
Serious Sam 4
63
/100
38
Crysis Remastered
63
/100
39
XIII - Remake
41
/100
Neon Abyss
Neon Abyss is a frantic, roguelike action-platformer where you run ‘n’ gun your way into the Abyss as part of the Hades formed ‘Grim Squad’. Featuring unlimited item synergies and a unique dungeon evolution system, each run diversifies the experience and every choice alters the ruleset. Get ready to unleash hell! Combining furious run ‘n’ gun action and deep, roguelike mechanics, Neon Abyss pits you as a member of the ‘Grim Squad’ – a task force set-up by Hades himself to infiltrate the Abyss and defeat the New Gods. Death is not the end as every time you die, you’ll find yourself more empowered than before.
90
/100
05
Black Mesa
Black Mesa is a re-envisioning of Valve Software's classic science fiction first person shooter, Half-Life. Powered by Source Engine, You will re-visit the inaugural role of Gordon Freeman and his memorable journey through the Black Mesa Research Facility. Expect detailed environments to explore, a huge cast of characters and experimental weaponry. All-new music, voice acting, choreography and added dialogue give way to a more expansive and immersive experience than ever before.
88
/100
06
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
07
Doom Eternal
Hell’s armies have invaded Earth. Become the Slayer in an epic single-player campaign to conquer demons across dimensions and stop the final destruction of humanity. The only thing they fear... is you.
86
/100
08
Fortnite
Fortnite is a free-to-play online game where you and your friends fight to be the last one standing in Battle Royale, join forces to make your own Creative games, or catch a live show at Party Royale.
83
/100
09
Control Ultimate Edition
82
/100
10
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
11
Deep Rock Galactic
82
/100
12
Ultrakill
81
/100
13
Resident Evil 3
81
/100
14
Star Wars: Squadrons
81
/100
15
Noita
80
/100
16
Valorant
78
/100
17
Control: The Foundation
78
/100
18
BPM: BULLETS PER MINUTE
77
/100
19
Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War
77
/100
20
DOOM 64 (2020)
76
/100
21
Zombie Army 4: Dead War
76
/100
22
Doom Eternal: The Ancient Gods - Part One
76
/100
23
Orcs Must Die! 3
76
/100
24
Rogue Company
75
/100
25
Mafia: Definitive Edition
75
/100
26
A
Cyberpunk 2077
73
/100
27
Watch Dogs: Legion
72
/100
28
Saints Row: The Third Remastered
72
/100
29
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Campaign Remastered
71
/100
30
Rocket Arena
71
/100
31
Destroy All Humans! (2020)
70
/100
32
State of Decay 2: Juggernaut Edition
68
/100
33
West of Dead
68
/100
34
Worms Rumble
67
/100
35
The Complex
64
/100
36
Hyper Scape
64
/100
37
Serious Sam 4
63
/100
38
Crysis Remastered
63
/100
39
XIII - Remake
41
/100
FAQ
What is the best Shooter game of 2020?
The Last of Us Part II currently tops the ranking with a score of 95/100 across 1,678 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.