Continuing from the Twisted Voxel staff’s genre winners, we now present you with our picks for the individual platform winners of 2024 before moving on to our overall Games of the Year picks.
As console and PC hardware continue to improve, each platform offers unique experiences that showcase its strengths, and 2024 is no different. Regardless of where we played, this year delivered a strong lineup of games that resonated with us.
Best PlayStation Game: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
As the second chapter of Square Enix’s ambitious remake project, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth builds on the strong foundation of Final Fantasy VII Remake, bringing a much broader, more visually breathtaking world filled with an abundance of mini-games and other open-world activities. Its expanded narrative re-imagines the classic story while keeping fans curious about its mysterious deviations from the original narrative. The introduction of Synergy skills and abilities elevates the already stellar combat system, enabling seamless cooperation between characters and adding an additional layer of strategy.
Runner-up: Astro Bot
Honorable Mention: Helldivers 2
Best Nintendo Game: The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom cements itself as the most engaging and rewarding Nintendo Switch game of 2024. It introduces an expansive overworld filled with secrets, intricate puzzles, and dynamic gameplay systems. The addition of a new companion system allows players to solve challenges cooperatively with iconic allies, adding a fresh spin on exploration and combat. The heartfelt narrative, unique mechanics, and the kind of imaginative world design Nintendo is known for makes Echoes of Wisdom our favorite Switch game of 2024..
Runner-up: Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door
Honorable Mention: Mario & Luigi: Brothership
Best Xbox Game: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle brings a great blend of storytelling, exploration, and cinematic action, channeling the essence of the iconic archaeologist while introducing a fresh narrative set during the Cold War. The game’s puzzle-solving, artifact hunting, and adrenaline-pumping action sequences ensure a thrilling experience reminiscent of the classic film series. The tight pacing and robust character development breathe new life into Indiana Jones, giving the franchise relevance in the interactive medium.
Runner-up: S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl
Honorable Mention: Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2
Best PC Game: UFO 50
UFO 50 is a love letter to retro gaming, wrapped in an innovative package that celebrates creativity and variety. This unique anthology features 50 meticulously crafted mini-games, each showcasing its own mechanics, genres, and visual styles. From fast-paced platformers to quirky puzzle games and story-driven adventures, UFO 50 offers endless surprises filled with creativity, experimentation, and a remarkable degree of polish. The games are united by a shared fictional history, making the anthology a cohesive and nostalgic experience that stood out for us on PC in 2024.
Runner-up: Satisfactory
Honorable Mention: Tactical Breach Wizards
