The Best First-Person Games of All Time

The 15 best First-Person games

13 votes

Cyberpunk 2077

Nintendo Switch 2

RPGLooter ShooterOpen World First-Person

Survey scores · avg 4.7/5

Story4.9

Gameplay4.6

Graphics4.7

Music4.6

Character4.7

Cyberpunk 2077 is a first-person RPG based on the tabletop game, Cyberpunk. Players assume the role of V in the neon-sprawling Night City, taking on missions and gigs that can lead to different outcomes depending on the player's choices. A massive selection of weapons, cyberware, and abilities allows players to create countless builds for V, giving every playthrough a fresh experience.

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Jamal / 20s / Male
I know Cyberpunk 2077 had a really rocky launch, and it actually took me three years to finally play it after the Phantom Liberty DLC came out. And honestly, Phantom Liberty really made V feel like he was in an actual spy movie. But underneath all the bugs and crashes, there was a genuinely good game. The characters felt alive, and romances like Panam’s really made it feel like I was connecting with someone. I’ve always been a fan of the cyberpunk genre, from Blade Runner to Ghost in the Shell and Altered Carbon. This game really made me feel like I was a merc trying to survive in an unforgiving city of sin, chrome, and bullets.

Ronald / 20s / Male
I really enjoyed the story of this game, it really hooked me with the struggles of V and how he/she will do anything to survive. The choices you make throughout the game can really shape your relationship with your friends and how the game would end. The skills you can give your character in game really make every single playthrough different. You can create havoc for your enemies if you want or just chill and drive alongside others on the road.

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R.E.P.O.

Steam (PC)

HorrorSurvival HorrorMultiplayer First-Person

Survey scores · avg 3.4/5

Story2.0

Gameplay4.7

Graphics3.9

Music3.0

Character3.9

R.E.P.O. is a co-op horror game that lets you play as robots tasked with exploring different areas and recovering loot for profit. Its gameplay involves having you use magnetic powers to control a cart, lift objects to place on it, and sell them at extraction points for money. The game also features proximity voice chat to talk to other players and quick movement actions for hiding from enemies. This is an endless stage-based game that lets you continue your tasks as long as you meet the required quota. Each stage becomes more difficult as the game progresses, featuring multiple monsters exploring the different rooms, higher quota requirements, and more extraction points.

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しろあん / 20代 / 男性
In the lineage of Lethal Company-style roguelike collection action where you gather treasure and evade enemies. A work that greatly extended the point of defeating enemies to cash them in; especially in the early game the enemies' attacks are powerful, so it's very fun to think about how to evade or cash in enemies at low cost. In multiplayer the difficulty drops greatly, so it also has a festival-game side, giving different play experiences solo and in multiplayer.
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Lethal Company系のお宝を集めて敵を回避するローグライク収集アクションの系列。敵を倒して換金できる点を大きく伸ばした作品で特にゲーム序盤は敵の攻撃が強力でどのように少ないコストで敵を回避or換金するかを考えるのが非常に楽しい。マルチプレイでは難易度が大きく落ちるためお祭りゲーのような側面もあり、ソロとマルチで異なるプレイ体験がある作品

Terhyz / 20s / Female
Fun to play with friends, im easily scared and generally does not like horror but since the horror aspect in this game is light, i can play it plus instead of being scared, im mostly laughing because of my friends

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8 votes

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

Steam (PC)

RPG Action RPG Open World First-Person

Survey scores · avg 4.5/5

Story4.4

Gameplay4.9

Graphics4.2

Music4.5

Character4.0

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is an open-world RPG where you play as the Dragonborn, a mortal born with the soul of a dragon, on your quest to defeat the World-Eater, Alduin. Players don't need to rush through the story because there are a lot of sidequests each with their own plotlines that add to the lore of the world you're in. Plus you can get useful weapons, items, or powers. It's fun to choose which race you are playing as because NPCs have different reactions for each. TESV:Skyrim is well-known in the community for the number of mods available that range from cosmetics, UI changes, or just hilarious additions to the game. It's a game that feels different each time you play it because of the freedom you have when building your character and interacting with the world.

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Dea / 20s / Female
I’ve played it on both the PS5 and PC, and I would say the PC experience is better because it gives you access to a wider variety of mods. The reasons it remains one of my favorite games are the same as before: it’s incredibly immersive, the amount of content feels endless, and it gives you the freedom to decide who your character is and what kind of person you want them to be.

さんちゃん
The fantasy RPG. The freedom is off the charts, and there are just so many exploration elements. Each quest is intriguing and rewarding. The community is strong too, with tons of mods, so it's still perfectly fun to play now.
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ザ・ファンタジーRPG。自由度も半端ないし探検要素がとにかく多い。クエスト一つ一つが興味深いしやりがいがある。コミュニティも強くモッドが大量で今でも普通に遊んで楽しい。

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4 votes

Call of Duty: Black Ops

PlayStation 3

Shooter FPS Multiplayer First-Person

Survey scores · avg 4.5/5

Story5.0

Gameplay3.9

Graphics5.0

Music4.0

Character3.9

While most Call of Duty games are known for the Multiplayer feature, Call of Duty Black Ops presents one of the franchise's best written storylines in its Campaign, along with one of the most memorable plot twists in gaming. Black Ops also features the Kino Der Toten map for its Zombies mode, which is arguably the franchise's most memorable and iconic map.

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Lucas / 20s / Male
This was my first Call of Duty game so perhaps I'm biased. But it was always the games set in different time periods that made me more interested in them. Watching the story unravel to its plot twists was extremely satisfying, and I've had a lot of fun in its multiplayer modes with friends.

Zach / 20s / Prefer not to say
"The Numbers Mason". "Step Eight Reznov, Freedom!" Such a fun and quotable game.

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4 votes

Call of Duty: Black Ops II

PlayStation 3

Shooter FPS Multiplayer First-Person

Survey scores · avg 3.5/5

Story2.5

Gameplay4.8

Graphics3.5

Music3.2

Character2.5

Call of Duty: Black Ops II is the first entry in the series to embrace a futuristic setting, bringing advanced technology to its Campaign, Multiplayer, and Zombies modes. The Campaign features branching story paths and multiple endings, Multiplayer offers a mix of modern and futuristic weapons and equipment, and Zombies challenges players not only to survive but also to uncover each map's hidden secrets. Every mode delivers a distinct experience, whether playing solo, with a squad, or against other players.

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ちゃんしぃ
The online on this one was good too. I still think it's the best masterpiece of the CoD series. The weapons, skills, and map design were all well balanced.
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こちらもオンラインが良かった。いまでもCODシリーズの最高傑作だと思ってる。武器、スキル、マップデザイン全てにおいてバランスが整っていた。

たかぎ
Memories of playing with friends after school; a work that became my gateway to getting deeply hooked on FPS.
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友達と学校終わりに遊んでいた思い出、FPSにどっぷりハマるきっかけとなった作品。

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4 votes

GoldenEye 007

Nintendo 64

Shooter FPS Multiplayer First-Person

Survey scores · avg 3.5/5

Story3.0

Gameplay4.2

Graphics3.5

Music3.2

Character3.8

GoldenEye 007 is one of the most important FPS games of all time, becoming the golden standard for the genre. From its interesting campaign that incorporates stealth, to the split-screen multiplayer that many players remember it for, GoldenEye 007 has something for everyone.

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Jessey / 20s / Male
There was a time when I was quarantined in my room for mumps, and GoldenEye 007 was the game that kept me company. It was something I got with a second-hand N64 that we found in a garage sale for P200 (around 400 Yen)

よねさん / 30代 / 男性
An action game where the versus mode is the ultimate fun. Remotely blowing up friends with a planted remote mine was the ultimate fun. The story was too hard so I didn't play it much.
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対戦モードが最高に面白いアクションゲーム。仕掛けたリモート爆弾で遠隔で友達を爆破させるのが最高に楽しかった。ストーリーは難易度高すぎてあんまやってない

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3 votes

Halo 3

Xbox 360

Shooter FPS Multiplayer First-Person

Survey scores · avg 4.4/5

Story3.7

Gameplay4.7

Graphics5.0

Music4.3

Character4.0

Halo 3 puts players back in the shoes of Master Chief as the game looks so close the story of the first Halo trilogy. It features a lengthy campaign that can be both played Solo or with up to 3 other players. The multiplayer also received a lot of improvements from the previous titles as it included a lot of tools to truly customize your experience with things like the Forge, which allows you to make your own custom game modes.

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3 votes

Dragon Quest Swords

Nintendo Wii

RPG Action RPG First-Person

Survey scores · avg 3.9/5

Story3.3

Gameplay3.7

Graphics4.3

Music4.3

Character5.0

Dragon Quest Swords is a first-person action RPG that makes use of the Wii Remote's motion controls. Rather than following the series' classic turn-based gameplay, Dragon Quest Swords lets players slash and parry enemies by swinging the Wii Remote throughout its short but exciting adventure.

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いべっち / 20代 / 男性
Within the Dragon Quest line it's on the minor side, but it's genuinely fun. The BGM isn't by Koichi Sugiyama, but it's fresh and lets you enjoy a different atmosphere than usual.
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ドラクエ系列の中ではマイナー気味だが本当に面白い BGMがすぎやまこういち作では無いものの、新鮮で普段とは違う雰囲気を楽しめる

the other david / 20s / Male
Probably my most replayed Wii game.

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2 votes

Halo 4

Xbox 360

Shooter FPS Multiplayer First-Person

Survey scores · avg 4.0/5

Story3.5

Gameplay4.5

Graphics4.5

Music3.5

Character4.0

Halo 4 is a Sci-Fi First Person Shooter game that features the return of Master Chief, but instead of his usual grandiose and heroics, features a more introspective storyline that dives deeper into the relationship between Master Chief and Cortana. Halo 4 also features improved graphics and art design, making each chapter feel more like a cinematic experience, rather than just a game level. Despite the mixed reception from longtime fans, Halo 4 has one of the most rewarding easter eggs in the Master Chief unmasked cutscene, which can only be viewed by clearing the game in its hardest difficulty.

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Yuri / 20s / Male
Halo 4 was just such a blast when playing multiplayer. It was consistently fun, and I really enjoyed how smooth and satisfying the gunplay felt.

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2 votes

Left 4 Dead

Xbox 360

Shooter FPS Multiplayer First-Person

Survey scores · avg 2.1/5

Story1.0

Gameplay3.5

Graphics3.0

Music1.0

Character1.5

Left 4 Dead is a co-op shooter game where you fight hordes of zombies to survive. Each playthrough is not the same, for an AI director provides different campaigns with each run. For groups of players who want intense and strategic FPS, this game keeps you on your toes as you face and wrestle with variants of zombies to get to safety.

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ばたし / 30代 / 男性
A die-and-retry game where an unbelievable number of zombies come at you. Playing on low difficulty is heresy, so I'd want you to play on high difficulty in a state of pandemonium. It's hard enough to make you want to quit, but I'd want you to pull through it with friends.
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信じられない量のゾンビが出てくる死にゲー難易度を低くしてプレイするなんて邪道なので、高難度で阿鼻叫喚の状態でプレイしてほしいやめたくなるほど難しいがフレンドと乗り切ってほしい

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1 votes

Borderlands 2

Xbox 360

RPGLooter ShooterMultiplayer First-Person

Survey scores · avg 5.0/5

Story5.0

Gameplay5.0

Graphics5.0

Music5.0

Character5.0

Borderlands 2 is a Looter Shooter that has the best storyline across all the Borderlands games. Following the success of its predecessor, Borderlands 2 takes the elements that made the first game successful, and improves on it by adding more quality of life features, as well as adding more loot and enemies to shoot. The story of Borderlands 2 follows your character's journey from being a simple Vault Hunter into being a legendary hero in Pandora as you become more and more entangled with Roland and the Crimson Raiders. Having one of the most iconic, and one of the best written villains in fiction in Handsome Jack, the game's storytelling is executed beautifully, taking you on a rollercoaster ride of different emotions, while still retaining the game's crass and playful humor.

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1 votes

Halo 2

Xbox 360

Shooter FPS Multiplayer First-Person

Survey scores · avg 5.0/5

Story5.0

Gameplay5.0

Graphics5.0

Music5.0

Character5.0

Halo 2 is a First Person Shooter where you take on the roles of Spartan Soldier Master Chief and disgraced Elite commander Arbiter, as they both play their parts in uncovering the lies of the Covenant's Prophets after their invasion of Earth. It features a narrative that switches between their perspectives, providing clear context for the two opposing forces as they slowly join forces to defeat a bigger enemy. While the game's plot is amazing, its multiplayer experience set the standard for online multiplayer and provides hours of enjoyable, competitive gameplay.

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Walter / 20s / Male
Absolute banger FPS game. Played countless hours on the campaign and the multiplayer with my siblings.

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1 votes

Halo: Reach

Xbox 360

Shooter FPS Multiplayer First-Person

Survey scores · avg 5.0/5

Story5.0

Gameplay5.0

Graphics5.0

Music5.0

Character5.0

Halo: Reach is a prequel to the entire series, telling the tragic story of Noble Team as they try their best to defend Reach while accomplishing their own mission. It presents a darker perspective on struggle. To win the battles but ultimately lose the war. You play as Noble Six, the newest addition to Noble Team, as the team helps out with the futile defense of Reach. The game refines and refreshes the multiplayer experience with the addition of armor abilities and remains one of the most enjoyable multiplayer experiences in the series.

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Walter / 20s / Male
Might be the one where I got attached to the story the best. The narrative of winning battles but not the war. The futility of it all, and the slow loss of companions. Up until your final sacrifice. *chef's kiss*

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1 votes

Dishonored

Xbox 360

Action Stealth First-Person

Survey scores · avg 4.8/5

Story5.0

Gameplay5.0

Graphics5.0

Music4.0

Character5.0

Dishonored is more than just a violent stealth game; it was a redefinition of the stealth-action genre, allowing players to execute the most creative approaches to clearing a level. The game puts you in the shoes of Corvo Attano, the disgraced royal protector turned vigilante assassin for the Loyalist Conspiracy. Assassin is a term that can be used depending on how every player approaches their playthrough, as we can quickly learn that the best outcomes often come from the most creative approaches. Dishonored hammers down the lesson “Actions have consequences” through how your allies and the world react to your playstyle. As you progress through each level, leaving or not leaving piles of enemy corpses in your wake, the world changes alongside your choices, transforming into a grim reminder of your violent actions or a reflection of your efforts to maintain the moral high ground. Perhaps the greatest strength of the game is the freedom it provides to players and the proof that the stealth-action genre does not necessarily mean stealth-violence.

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Ray / 20s / Male
One of the best stealth action games ever.

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1 votes

Halo

Xbox 360

Shooter FPS Multiplayer First-Person

Survey scores · avg 4.8/5

Story5.0

Gameplay5.0

Graphics4.0

Music5.0

Character4.0

Halo is a classic first-person shooter that revolutionized the genre with its sandbox-style combat, giving players the freedom to approach encounters using a wide variety of weapons, grenades, vehicles, and enemy interactions. Set on the mysterious Halo ring, you take on the role of Master Chief as he battles the Covenant in a memorable sci-fi adventure. Its engaging campaign, iconic soundtrack, groundbreaking gameplay make Halo one of the greatest FPS games ever made and a title that still holds up today.

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DJ / 30s / Male
One of the best sci fi game ever made

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