"Top 10 Breakthrough Games of 2023: From Indie Gems to Blockbuster Titles"

Ethan Gach presents his top 10 games of 2023, highlighting titles that provided unique and engaging experiences. "The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom" leads the pack with its refined open-world adventure, while "Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty" impresses with its updated content and "Final Fantasy XVI" delivers despite its flaws. "Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon" and "Baldur’s Gate 3" are praised for their gameplay and narrative depth. The list also includes innovative titles like "Chants of Sennaar" and "Cocoon," and acknowledges games that didn't make the cut or require more playtime.