Best Sci-Fi Games with a Story

Perhaps my favorite game of all time. What can I say about Deus Ex, other than it did everything right. This game is old, like mega-over-a-decade-old, but it's still one of the âgreatsâ of any game. Deus Ex really pioneerrf the RPG FPS genre â mixing both worlds seamlessly, creating something new in the process. The story was also top notch, a tale of a world controlled by conspiracy and on the brink of collapse. This game really has you on the edge the whole way through.The gameplay is also something special .You have to wonder why after 10 years people still mention Deus Ex as one of the great games. That should be a clue for you to PLAY it if you havenât. Not everything is about the newest pixel shaders and video cards. Deus Ex can take on most modern games and win, hands down.Typical of most RPGs, you can upgrade yourself over the course of the game â strength, stamina, many other (even Sci-Fi) abilities. However, what separates this game from other RPGs with a First Person Shooter face, is that itâs also a fully functional First Person Shooter. Your Stats and Augmentations enhance your fighting abilities, but it still functions like a real FPS (unlike say Mass Effect). Deus Ex is one of the most open-ended games you will play. There are always multiple ways around a situation. For example, if you need to get into a locked apartment, you could take the head on approach and blast your way in. If you have decent hacking skill, you could hack your way into the security systems to let you in. You could also do some searching around and perhaps find a back way. And so on. The point is that there are always multiple solutions â even unique solutions â to a problem.If you like Deus Ex, you will want to definitely play System Shock 2 and Bioshock â games that are similar in some regards. If you REALLY like Deus Ex for the RPG aspect, play Deus Ex 2. For everyone else, ignore Deus Ex 2 â itâs a shame on the memory of the first game.The good news as of 2011 is that Deus Ex Revolution (Deus Ex 3) is being released. It looks good, but let's hope it does not go the way of Deus Ex 2!

This is a cult classic that has been heralded time and time again as one of the greatest RPGs ever created. There is no other game out there that is as open-ended as Fallout 2. There are literally countless ways to solve a problem. The dark, adult humor and post apocalyptic setting create something special. The story, while not say as character rich as Baulderâs Gate or Neverwinter Nights, is interesting enough. The gameplay is top notch, once again proving that a good game doesn't need fancy graphics to appeal. This game always comes up in the Top 5 RPG discussions you find around the web â and with good reason.  If you are into RPG game play, you will want to check this game out.Fallout 3 is often tossed on the people's Top 10 Games list, but Fallout 2 is so much better in everything but graphics. There is a reason why people say Fallout 2 is one of the best pc games ever. That's not saying Fallout 3 is NOT good, but it doesn't have the depth that Fallout 2 had.

One of the best science fiction games out there. In fact, one of the best RPG games EVER, regardless of genre. Heck, I'll even say it belongs on the top 10 games of all time list. Mass Effect 2 combines great characters, great voice acting, a fantastic and immersive plot, and really good gameplay. It's BETTER than the first one.

Plenty of development studios have tried to do justice to the Star Wars name, with varying degrees of success. Knights of the Old Republic got in there early, however, and arguably no game has done it better since. KoTOR is a true Star Wars story, from its memorable characters, to its plotlines and its references. It's clear that BioWare crafted it with a true love for the franchise, and that gives it's an epic scope. The game begins almost 4,000 years before the Galactic Empire, with Darth Malak intent on destroying the Republic with his armada. You start as a nobody on board a Republic ship, fighting your way past Malak's forces and crash landing on the planet of Taris. Escaping just before it's leveled, you take refuge in the Jedi Academy, where you train and begin a quest across the galaxy to destroy Malak's forces. From there, you are constantly bombarded with the game's brilliance. Powerful, emotional decisions, incredible characters, twists, and narrative freedom. All of the major characters have an extensive backstory, driving the players to discover more details and lore elements. You'll meet Wookies, mercenaries, druids and assassins, and each of them has unique personalities. However, this is a BioWare title as well as a Star Wars one, so KoTOR adjusts to your choices. The dialogue you choose, actions you take, and choice of alignment all affect the outcome in this epic sci-fi narrative.

Lucas Art's classic sci-fi adventure game. I still remember playing this one nearly two decades ago. It was a blast then and it's still a blast today, if you are willing to hunt around for an old copy of the game. An AMAZING epic story and some unforgettable characters. This game was made in the heyday of Lucas Arts adventure games -- don't let the age of the game scare you away. This one is a classic. 

There are probably few who have not already played this game, but Iâll mention it anyway. Bioshock is a good game. It takes on the âoriginalâ game System Shock 2 and builds on it. No doubt about it, Bioshock is a creepy game. It also has a pretty good story too â you spend a good deal of your time trying to figure out what the hellâs going on. If you like horror RPG/FPS combos with a good story, do yourself a favor and play this game.Bioshock 2 is also good and Bioshock 3 looks to be coming out pretty soon.

This is another Sci-Fi horror game that's a sort of a cross between Gears of War and Bioshock set in space. The game is piss your pants scary and the gameplay good. The story is strings you along as well. If you are in the mood for a thrilling space horror experience, you don't want to miss out on this one.Note that the PC version is "haunted" with bugs and gameplay problems. If you want the full experience, I suggest playing it on the XBOX.

Bioware is known for crafting story-rich games, and Mass Effect is no exception.  The actual FPS action was fairly simplistic â it canât compete against the likes of Halo or Gears of War for example, but this game is essentially a modern RPG masking as a FPS in space. I would say the game play itself is the weak point --- the controls are simplistic. As long as you treat the game as what it is â an RPG â the controls are fine. But if you are looking an action rich First Person Shooter, you will be disappointed. But like any Bioware game, this game is all about the story. And the story is good, very good â everything you can ask for in an epic SCI-FI world. You take control of a newly fledged commander with a mission to keep peace in the galaxy. But as you find out, all is not as it seems. If you are a fan of Knights of the Old Republic, RPGs, or story-rich games, you are going to want to give this game a whirl. Mass Effect is part of a trilogy of games with #2 already out (it's better than the first) and number three coming next year. The Mass Effect series are seriously one of the top rpg games out there.

Probably one of the best RPGs out there. Story is interesting and the game play is top notch. The amount of choices you can make is astounding. Fallout 3 is also a good one, but I don't think it can touch the Fallout 2 in terms of "story" or flexibility.The experience is different â Fallout  3 pimps the storyline and brings The Wasteland to 3D. Fallout 3 is without a doubt one of the best RPGs out there â and certainly one of the best RPGs thatâs come out in recent times. I feel Fallout 2 is, however, a better game â the adult humor and more open endedness  game the game something that Fallout 3 lacks, but if you enjoy good RPGs, you donât want to miss out on Fallout 3.

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Mass Effect 3 Prima Official Game Guide includes: * Fight YOUR Way - Multiple approaches to every key battle * Dominate in Multiplayer - Comprehensive maps prepare you for battle and help you survive * Choose the Best Gear - Every weapon and piece of armor revealed, including mods and upgrades * Take Earth Back - Class breakdowns and build recommendations give you the advantage you need against the reapers * Avoid Spoilers - Special callouts strategically placed and text turned upside down at critical story moments ensure your experience won't be spoiled

Nearly four thousand years before the Death Star, fugitive Padawan Zayne Carrick's quest to clear his name for the alleged murder of his fellow Jedi-in-training brings him head to head with the galaxy's most feared fighting force—the Mandalorians! Along with a petty crook named Gryph and Elbee the grouchy droid, Zayne is a passenger aboard the Last Resort, a renegade ship piloted by the senile genius Camper and his fierce protector Jarael. Together, this motley crew will face kidnappings, hijackings, maniacal scientists, Mandalorian traitors, bumbling bounty-hunting brothers, and a few really big explosions. Collecting issues #7-#12 of the comic-book series Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, this volume launches our lovable heroes into one of the most outrageous and exciting adventures since Luke Skywalker learned the ways of the Force!

BradyGames' Beyond Good and Evil Official Strategy Guidefeatures a comprehensive walkthrough. All 56 animal species locations are revealed, with tips showing how to nab pictures of them all! Masterful fighting strategies. Maps of key levels that point out important items, ideal photo spots and more! Species checklist helps players keep track of which animals still need to be photographed. This product is available for sale worldwide, excluding France, Germany & Japan.

Stats on all characters, items, and enemies Comprehensive walkthrough Complete maps for every world Hidden areas and items revealed Effective strategies for gaining Battle Skills and World Skills Detailed mini-game and side quest tactics

Betrayed by the ruling families of Italy, a young man embarks upon an epic quest for vengeance during the Renaissance in this novel based on the Assassin's Creedâ„¢ video game series. “I will seek vengeance upon those who betrayed my family. I am Ezio Auditore Da Firenze. I am an Assassin…” To eradicate corruption and restore his family’s honor, Ezio will learn the art of the Assassins. Along the way, he will call upon the wisdom of such great minds as Leonardo da Vinci and Niccolo Machiavello—knowing that survival is bound to the skills by which he must live. To his allies, he will become a force for change—fighting for freedom and justice. To his enemies, he will become a threat dedicated to the destruction of the tyrants abusing the people of Italy. So begins an epic story of power, revenge and conspiracy... An Original Novel Based on the Multiplatinum Video Game from Ubisoft

Police officer Rick Grimes and a few human survivors battle hordes of decomposing zombies.

"Witness an untold chapter in Halo lore as John Shirley's Halo: Broken Circle takes us to the dawn of the Covenant and the fateful first bargain between the Prophets and the Elites. Broken Circle will explore an Elite splinter group rebelling against the Covenant in its earliest days, a brave Prophet caught in the machinations of the new Covenant leadership, and the root of the betrayal that would ultimately shatter the Covenant during events seen in the blockbuster Xbox video game Halo 2"--

BradyGames' Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater Official Strategy Guide includes the following: Comprehensive Walkthrough: We lead you step-by-step through the entire game from start to finish! Expert Boss Tactics: We reveal how to defeat every boss with lethal efficiency! Complete Mission Maps: We pinpoint crucial items, enemies, and locations-know your way through every environment! Guard-by-Guard Strategy: We guide you past each guard to maintain your stealth-see them before they see you! Detailed Survival Skills: We train you to become a close combat specialist, survive in the wild, exploit your equipment and environment to the fullest, and use camouflage to move undetected into enemy space. That's Not The End: Game Secrets Revealed, Riveting Background on the Metal Gear Saga, Complete Equipment and Weapons Rosters, and MUCH MORE! Platform: PlayStation 2 Genre: Action/Adventure This product is available for sale in North America only.

The prequel comics story to the beloved game from Naughty Dog, The Last of Us, which inspired the hit HBO series! Creative director Neil Druckmann teams with breakout comics star Faith Erin Hicks to present the story of thirteen-year-old Ellie's life in a violent, postpandemic world. Nineteen years ago, a parasitic fungal outbreak killed the majority of the world's population, forcing survivors into a handful of quarantine zones. Thirteen-year-old Ellie has grown up in this violent, postpandemic world, and her disrespect for the military authority running her boarding school earns her new enemies, a new friend in fellow rebel Riley, and her first trip into the outside world. The official lead-in to the video game from Faith Erin Hicks (The Adventures of Superhero Girl, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Pumpkinheads, The Nameless City) and Naughty Dog's Neil Druckmann! Includes behind-the-scenes concept sketches and designs! Collects The Last of Us: American Dreams #1—#4.

"Power sources & conversion: resistors, capacitors, inductors, switches, encoders, relays, transistors"--Cover.

Science fiction-roman.