22 videogame gifts your friends will love (but you may want to keep)
Now that Thanksgiving's over, it's time to shop until you drop! What should you get your sibling, cousin or best bud? How about one of the biggest videogames of the year? We've chosen 22 of the year's most-wanted titles to add to your shopping list, including Halo 4, Mass Effect 3, Assassin's Creed III and more!
It doesn't matter if they're into horror, fantasy or war combat, there's something for everyone. Check 'em out below!
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Halo 4 No self-respecting gamer would be sad to find this in their Christmas stocking. Halo is back with another entry, a time jump and more Master Chief. (Xbox 360) List Price: $59.99.
Final Fantasy XIII-2 The latest Final Fantasy is part rescue mission, part monster mash. What's not to love? (PS3, Xbox 360) List Price: $19.99 -$39.99.
The Darkness II Bring your friends to the dark side—the real dark side. As Jackie Estacado, players get caught in a mob war, that brings a new meaning to good vs. evil. (PS3 Xbox 360, PC, Mac OS X, OnLive) List Price: $19.99 - $29.99.
Twisted Metal Here's an oldie but goodie. This reboot of the popular series is back with more vehicle combat. Supported by an extensive online gaming system, up to 16 people can play. (PS3) List Price: $39.99.
Call of Duty: Black Ops II Who doesn't want a piece of this game? Black Ops II has everything a gamer could want, plus an all-new zombies experience. (PS3, Xbox 360, PC,Wii U) List Price: $59.99.
Hitman: Absolution Nothing comes between a man and his gun. This holiday, grab Absolution for your closest Agent 47 fan. (PS3 Xbox 360, PC, Cloud:OnLive) List Price: $59.99 - $79.99.
LEGO The Lord of the Rings: The Video Game America's favorite building blocks just got epic. LEGO has joined forces with the literary and film classic, Lord of the Rings. The game illustrates the trilogy in a fun and hilarious way. (PS3, PS Vita, Xbox 360, Wii, Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo DS, PC) List Price: $29.99 - $39.99.
Street Fighter x Tekken It's the battle we've all been waiting for. The warriors from Street Fighter and Tekken face-off in this high-octane crossover. Ryu and Ken vs. Kazuya and Nina? Yes please! (PS3, PS Vita, Xbox 360, PC) List Price: $19.99 - $69.00.
Silent Hill: Downpour There are more horrifying mysteries to uncover in this latest entry. Silent Hill: Downpour is the perfect gift for anyone who's a fan of the long-running series. (PS3, Xbox 360) List Price: $39.99.
Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning Great action, amazing graphics and a solid story rule this game. Be sure to pick it up for your favorite RPG lover. (PS3, Xbox 360, PC) List Price: $39.99.
Borderlands 2 This sequel engages players with amazing four-player role-playing shootouts. It's got new characters, weapons and most importantly—new enemies! (PS3 Xbox 360, PC, Mac OS X) List Price: $59.99.
Max Payne 3 Max Payne has a new life and career, but the same problems. He's still haunted by his traumatic past. If you know someone who's into great cinematic gameplay, this one's for them. (PS3, Xbox 360, PC) List Price: $59.99.
Resident Evil 6 After years of unrest, the zombie survivors are still putting up a fight. Fan favorites like Chris Redfield and Leon S. Kennedy return for the most dramatic and action-packed installment yet. (PS3 Xbox 360, PC) List Price: $59.99.
Tekken Tag Tournament 2 No one does tournaments like Tekken. And this game features one of the largest rosters in the series' history. With so much variety, it's the gift that keeps on giving. (PS3, Xbox 360, Wii U, Arcade) List Price: $29.99 - $59.99.
Dead or Alive 5 DOA5 is all about realistic combat. When these fighters go at it, they sweat and even get their clothes dirty. The game is on a whole other level. (PS3, Xbox 360, Wii U) List Price: $59.99.
Transformers: Fall of Cybertron The films may have dropped the ball, but the game picks up the pieces. Fall of Cybertron centers on the darkest moments in the war between the Autobots and Decepticons. The heat is on! (PS3, Xbox 360, PC) List Price: $29.99 - $59.99.
LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes LOTR aren't the only ones getting in on the LEGO action. Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Robin and more tackle DC Comics biggest villains in this adaptation. (PS3, PS Vita, Nintendo 3DS, Wii, Nintendo DS, Xbox 360, PC, OS X) List Price: $19.99 - $29.99.
Spec Ops: The Line Run for cover! It's a jungle out there, and you'll need the best artillery to protect yourself. Not only do players defend themselves against the enemy, but they also tackle the elements. Sandstorm anyone? (PS3, Xbox 360, PC) List Price: $29.99 - $49.95.
Darksiders II The adventure game takes on Death, one of the four horsemen of the Apocalypse. Players must maneuver through an expanded world, which challenges them with new villains. (PS3, Xbox 360, PC, Wii U) List Price: $49.99 - $79.99.
Far Cry 3 There's nothing peaceful about this paradise. The strategy game focuses on one character's attempt to escape a corrupt island. Use guns and intellect to outwit and outlast your enemies. (PS3, Xbox 360, PC) List Price: $49.99 - $59.99.
Mass Effect 3 Give your friends the gift of Commander Shepard. Grab the latest installment in the action-heavy Mass Effect trilogy. (PS3, Xbox 360, PC, Wii U) List Price: $29.99
Assassin's Creed III Get ready for Assassin's Creed and American History to collide. Set against the backdrop of the Revolutionary War, the game introduces a new protagonist called "Connor." Enjoy as the hooded hero battles the Templars. (PS3, Xbox 360, PC, Wii U) List Price: $49.99 - $119.99.
