Greatest Video Game Masterpieces of the Last 5 Years

The article highlights what it calls the “greatest video game masterpieces of the last five years,” arguing that only a small set of releases has reached that status so far in the 2020s. It points to highly acclaimed titles such as It Takes Two and Baldur’s Gate 3, then focuses on standout examples. The list includes the 2023 remake of Resident Evil 4, praised for tighter controls, easier protection of Ashley, parryable attacks and added side quests using the RE Engine. It also features Lies of P, a dark fantasy inspired by Pinocchio and FromSoftware games, known for difficult combat and replayable weapon variety. The piece further discusses Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.