Last year, Americans spent $24.5 billion on video games, with over 155 million people playing on a regular basis. Researchers believe 97% of teens play video games. That’s crazy! And why do they play? Gaming provides a sense of autonomy, competence or mastery, and connectivity with friends (online gaming). The next time you watch your teen engrossed in a game, see if you can notice how the game challenges their skill level, connects them with friends, and frees them to be an authority figure. Adding to the level of enticement, the new Xbox One X is currently advertised as the most powerful gaming console invented. If there is a gamer in your house, here are the top 10 games that will be on their holiday wish list on Black Friday. Notice how many of these popular games contain graphic violence.
- Destiny 2 ( Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PC) It’s already the best-selling game of 2017, and it will receive new DLC (downloadable content - new missions to accomplish and places to explore) called Curse of Osiris on December 5 to keep your gamer immersed in the fight to defend humanity against evil aliens.
- Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus (XB1, PS4, PC) An alternate-history, narrative-driven game where players slaughter Nazis indiscriminately. Watch trailer: (Warning: Graphic violence & profanity)
- Assassin’s Creed: Origins (XB1, PS4, PC) The latest in the long standing series, the player adventures as a member of a secret order of brutal assassins in ancient Egypt. This installment has received much better gameplay reviews than its predecessors, though the violence seems just as intense. Watch trailer: (Warning: Graphic violence)
- Call of Duty: WWII (XB1, PS4, PC) The next release in the massively popular shooter franchise. While COD games are popular for their online multiplayer offerings, they also include a story that players can play through. COD: WWII’s campaign is meant to be the Saving Private Ryanof the gaming world. Watch trailer: (Warning: Graphic violence & profanity)
- Need for Speed: Payback (XB1, PS4, PC) Inspired by the Fast and Furious movies, this high-octane racing game allows players to take the driver’s seat in a crew of vigilante street racers, chased by cops and gangs alike. Watch trailer.
- LEGO Marvel Super Heroes II (XB1, PS4, PC, Nintendo Switch) The LEGO Group brings the Marvel Universe (known for The Avengers and X-Men) to brick a second time. Typical of the LEGO Group, the game promises a unique blend of humor, creativity, and adventure.
- Middle Earth: Shadow of War (PS4, Xbox One, PC) This action-adventure experience allows the gamer to determine the fate of Mordor. Interestingly, each player has a unique experience, meaning you develop your own relationships and outcomes with the characters based on the decisions you make while playing. Watch trailer(Warning: Graphic Violence)
- Super Mario Odyssey (Nintendo Switch) Players explore 3D worlds utilizing the iconic Mario and his new friend Cappy.
- Star Wars: Battlefront II (XB1, PS4, PC) Like Call of Duty, the Star Wars: Battlefront games are popular for online multiplayer combat, but this release features a story campaign. Players will take the role of a stormtrooper from the Empire to see the war from their perspective.
- FIFA 18: The most popular video game sports franchise in history, with new stadiums and a continued story-line from 2017. The soccer fan in your home will love it. Watch trailer.
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