To keep things exciting and addictive, developers have been creating insanely difficult games that push players to their limits. Hardcore gamers love these kinds of challenges. The harder the game, the more they’re hooked. Here are the top 7 toughest games that made waves in 2021.
Bravely Default 2
Bravely Default 2, released by Square Enix at the end of 2021, quickly became a hit on Steam. The game’s quality is undeniable, but it’s also brutally hard and not very friendly to newcomers, true to its JRPG roots. Japanese gamers are used to tough games, so this kind of challenge fits their style perfectly. International players wanting to dive in will need to seriously level up their skills.
Bravely Default 2 offers three difficulty modes, but even the easiest can feel overwhelming for those new to RPGs. Still, many players appreciate the challenge because it brings back the classic JRPG feel from the old days.
Cyber Shadow
Cyber Shadow is a 2D platformer with 8-bit style graphics, but it moves with the smoothness and fluidity of modern platformers. It draws inspiration from classics like Metroid, Mega Man, Ninja Gaiden, and Castlevania.
In the game, you play as a ninja, the last surviving member of your clan, on a mission to defeat the evil Dr. Progen and his terrifying army. Only you can uncover the secrets behind your clan’s power. The story might sound classic and straightforward, even a bit kid-friendly, but the gameplay is anything but. Cyber Shadow will crush inexperienced players and can even challenge veterans. If you’re up for a tough test, this game is definitely worth trying.
Metroid Dread
The queen of side-scrolling games is back and stronger than ever. Metroid Dread delivers incredibly smooth action gameplay. Samus can combine skills to explore secrets and mix different tools to take down tough enemies. Everything flows seamlessly, making for a thrilling experience.
Metroid Dread matches everything the older Metroid games did well and adds new features they never had. It also brings back the original series’ signature difficulty. The game isn’t long, but its challenge means you’ll spend a lot of time trying to finish it. Expect to die repeatedly against bosses and even struggle just reaching them.
Source: The Gamer, translated by GVN360
