Looking back I didn’t actually play many games that were released in 2020 and worked mostly on my backlog. I’m sure many of the big games that were released in 2020 would have made my list, but just haven’t had the time or money in this new world of COVID.
Yakuza 0 & Dragon Quest IX would have made the list but are disqualified.
1. Cyberpunk 2077
Disappointment on old gen consoles and a treat for those who managed to nab a XSX, PS5 or have a meaty PC. Gripping story with interesting characters. Gameplay that makes you feel like a high tech god draped in gear from a 1980s vision of the future. Missions where you are sneaking in the dark with rain beating down in the streets with neon lights everywhere making you feel like you’re living in a Blade Runner movie. It’s pretty much everything I wanted from a Cyberpunk game and more.
2. Wasteland 3
Open world adventure where the story and characters are king. Easy to pick up and play for new comers like myself. An open world that is familiar but fresh by just adding some snow. Difficulty is also perfect. Oh, and every character being voiced makes a huge difference. Loading times are atrocious tho.
3. Resident Evil 3 Remake
I remember saving a pound of my lunch money for a month to buy Resi 3 on PS1 back in the day… also remember finishing the game that very day too. So when the rumours came out about it being really short it really didn’t bother me. Same Resident Evil formula with pretty graphics. I’m eventually going to do a few more playthroughs with all the new weapons and costumes.
4. Gears 5 Hive Busters DLC
More Gears on a short but beautiful wee island.
5. Gears Tactics
XCOM with a new coat of paint. Excellent game only let down by repetition.
6. Tell Me Why
Same old adventure gameplay with a great characters and a fascinating story. Refreshing seeing a studio tackle some difficult situations.
7. Coffee Talk
I like to fire on a cup of Chocobee Miruku or a Lemony Snippet in the morning and chill out with this bizarre story based game. Very relaxing with brilliant retro graphics reminiscent of the 1994 classic Policenauts/Snatcher. Love getting lost in the atmosphere of a rainy neon lit coffee house, listening to everyday problems set in a fantasy world. It’s not for everyone, but try not to be so closed-minded and try it out. It’s just the right length and the Achievements are easy but fun.
Best ongoing game
Gears 5 MP keeps grabbing me and pulling back into the world of popping skulls and gnashing punks.
Best Publisher
Xbox Game Studios. Variety of different games for everyone.
Best game not released in 2020 
Dragons Dogma. Wow! I finally sat down and played it for real and I can safely say it’s one of my favourite games. I got kinda addicted to this and everyone should give it a go.
I Will update my list if I manage to get through some of my 2020 backlog.