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The Best Action-Adventure Games Of 2017 By Score On PS4, Xbox One, PC, And Switch

By GameSpot Staff on January 3, 2018 at 10:17AM PST

The Spirit of Adventure

The Spirit of Adventure

The action-adventure genre had quite a year in 2017. With massive worlds to explore and countless baddies to fight in some of the year's biggest games--including The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Horizon: Zero Dawn, and Nier: Automata--there have been plenty of games in 2017 that channelled the spirit of adventure as they draw players into a massive and vibrant setting.

In this gallery, GameSpot is taking a look back at some of the more noteworthy action-adventure games of 2017. While there have been numerous games from the genre in 2017, the following are the ones that made us take notice of the unique experiences they were able to bring to fruition.

For more on the best games by score on other big genres, check out our individual features highlighting the best strategy games, best sports games, best fighting games, best shooters, and best RPGs. If you want to see our choices for the best games of 2017, check out our Game of the Year 2017 Top 10 List. And make sure to check out all our Best of 2017 features, detailing GameSpot's picks for 2017's best games.

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The Legend Of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Switch) -- 10/10

The Legend Of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Switch) -- 10/10

"No matter how gorgeous its environments are, how clever its enemies are, and how tricky its puzzles get, the fact that Breath of the Wild continues to surprise you with newfound rules and possibilities after dozens of hours is by far its most valuable quality. It's a game that allows you to feel gradually more and more empowered yet simultaneously manages to retain a sense of challenge and mystery--which, together, creates a steady, consistent feeling of gratification throughout the entire experience. Breath of the Wild is a defining moment for The Legend of Zelda series, and the most impressive game Nintendo has ever created." [Read the full review]

-- Peter Brown

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Gravity Rush 2 (PS4) -- 9/10

Gravity Rush 2 (PS4) -- 9/10

"With a wealth of stories big and small to chew on, Gravity Rush 2 fulfills the needs of both a sequel and a prequel. The first Gravity Rush had enough going for it, but Gravity Rush 2 is stuffed with things to love. While its stealth missions are lame and it's disappointing to experience camera issues from time to time, Gravity Rush 2 excels in almost every other respect, making its predecessor seem quaint by comparison. This is easily one of the best video game sequels in recent memory, and an adventure truly worthy of its excellent lead character." [Read the full review]

-- Peter Brown

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Horizon: Zero Dawn (PS4) -- 9/10

Horizon: Zero Dawn (PS4) -- 9/10

"This is the first departure from the Killzone series for developer Guerrilla Games, and though you might think the team took a risk by stepping out of its FPS comfort zone to create a third-person open-world action game, you'd never know it was their first rodeo. For every minor imperfection, there's an element of greatness that recharges your desire to keep fighting and exploring Zero Dawn's beautiful and perilous world. Guerrilla Games has delivered one of the best open-world games of this generation, and redefined its team's reputation in the process." [Read the full review]

-- Peter Brown

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Nier: Automata (PC, PS4) -- 9/10

Nier: Automata (PC, PS4) -- 9/10

"Thanks to Platinum Games' knack for riveting and gratifying combat, Automata is Yoko Taro's most exciting game to date. The combat mechanics click after hurdling a low learning curve, and the end result is a skillful dance where balletic dodges complement wushu-inspired aggression. Moreover, this multi-ending trip is generously peppered with surprises and revelations, as well as easter eggs that call back to the first game and the Drakengard series from which Nier spun off. It's a meaty, often exhilarating trek that showcases Platinum Games' and Yoko Taro's unique blend of genius." [Read the full review]

-- Miguel Concepcion

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Nioh (PC, PS4) -- 9/10

Nioh (PC, PS4) -- 9/10

"Although the spectre of potential failure hangs heavy over any play session, dying in Nioh is never genuinely disheartening. This is thanks in part to the various avenues of character growth and many approaches you can utilize to tackle a difficult section or boss fight. It shouldn't be surprising that the foresight and patience needed to survive a battle in Dark Souls translates well to the fundamentals of samurai combat here. Nioh's most invigorating and intimidating moments occur when you feel you're at equal footing with your opponent. And it's during these encounters that one careless move can result in your demise or the right string of thoughtful actions can make you feel invincible." [Read the full review]

-- Miguel Concepcion

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Uncharted: The Lost Legacy (PS4) -- 9/10

Uncharted: The Lost Legacy (PS4) -- 9/10

"The Lost Legacy doesn't signify a new era for Uncharted so much as it presents an opportunity to show the series from new perspectives, for which Chloe and the AI-controlled Nadine are perfectly capable. With a new playable treasure hunter comes new settings and character motivations, wrapped in a comfortingly familiar Uncharted package. The thrill of playing through set pieces that call back scenes from the earlier games is all the more enhanced when seen through the gameplay mechanics introduced in A Thief's End. The initial hours of The Lost Legacy give an "Uncharted Greatest Hits" vibe, but it grows into a more nuanced, clever experience, ranking among the best in the series while also making its own mark as a standalone Uncharted that isn't anchored to Nathan Drake's harrowing exploits." [Read the full review]

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Dishonored: Death Of The Outsider (PC, PS4, Xbox One) -- 8/10

Dishonored: Death Of The Outsider (PC, PS4, Xbox One) -- 8/10

"Dishonored: Death Of The Outsider is a solid, inventive, yet somewhat subdued capper to the stories from the previous Dishonored games. While the smaller scope can be felt throughout, the approach to allowing players to express themselves as a master assassin is just as strong as ever. It's uncertain where the series can go from here, but this stand-alone release proves that Dishonored is still a remarkably designed stealth-action game with much potential, that offers players the chance to be creative in ways they'd least expect." [Read the full review]

-- Alessandro Fillari

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Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice (PC, PS4) -- 8/10

Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice (PC, PS4) -- 8/10

"Hellblade's most notable achievement is the handling of an incredibly sensitive subject matter within an engaging and well-crafted action/adventure game. At its heart, the story is about Senua's struggle to come to terms with her illness. In the process, she learns to find the strength within herself to endure, and to make peace with her past. And in a profound and physical way, we go through those same struggles with her, and come away with a better understanding of a piece of something that many people in the world struggle with." [Read the full review]

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Yakuza 0 (PS4) -- 8/10

Yakuza 0 (PS4) -- 8/10

"Unless you have a strong aversion to violence, sex, or middling graphics, you owe it to yourself to give Zero a chance. Its story will surprise you, its inhabitants will make you laugh at every turn, and its ambitious scope will redefine how you think about open-world games. It's a fascinating adventure no matter how you approach it, and it’s proof positive that a game can be wildly inconsistent yet remain a great experience." [Read the full review]

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Yakuza Kiwami (PS4) -- 8/10

Yakuza Kiwami (PS4) -- 8/10

"Kiwami does a great job as both a remake of the original Yakuza game and as a sequel to Zero. Despite that combat remains more of a bump in the road than a rewarding pursuit, it's a no-brainer for existing fans of the series, and shouldn't be overlooked by newcomers, even if Zero passed them by. There's nothing else quite like Yakuza, and Kiwami isn't afraid to show it." [Read the full review]

-- Peter Brown

Assassin's Creed Origins (PC, PS4, Xbox One) -- 7/10

Assassin's Creed Origins (PC, PS4, Xbox One) -- 7/10

"While Assassin's Creed Origins reaches great heights in this new setting, it routinely runs into issues that bog down the overall experience. Technical issues make for an inconsistent experience and its new gameplay pillars wobble under the weight of its systems. But despite this, the world of Origins remains fresh and exciting to explore, which is a testament to the remarkable setting and compelling story. Assassin's Creed has undergone many changes in its long and storied history, and Origins feels like the first step in the start of a new journey. It has its fair share of problems, but the vision for its future is one worth pursuing." [Read the full review]

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Middle-earth: Shadow of War (PC, PS4, Xbox One) -- 7/10

Middle-earth: Shadow of War (PC, PS4, Xbox One) -- 7/10

"One of the first people you meet in Middle-earth: Shadow of War is a woman with midnight black hair and a dress torn in intentionally strategic locations. You'll then learn that she's a version of Shelob, a giant deadly spider creature. The game explains her mysterious human form in time, and while fans of Lord of the Rings lore might have trouble embracing this unique interpretation of Tolkien storytelling, it shows that Shadow of War is a game that's willing to take risks with its source material. And, in a way, this example represents the full arc of the game: off-putting in the beginning, disappointing in the end, but seeing how they explain it all is an exciting ride." [Read the full review]

-- Justin Haywald

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