So, let’s give these hidden gems their moment in the spotlight. Here are the best video games of 2024 that you might have missed. First up is Lorelei and the Laser Eyes, a mind-bending puzzle game with a mildly alliterative title that’s fun to say aloud.

The highly-anticipated blockbuster games were fewer in number and largely spread out from each other, at least until the fall, when several games released at the same time, creating a pile-up to explore.

Gamers experienced an incredible year, with 2024 serving up some of the most memorable gaming experiences yet. Across different consoles, from the Nintendo Switch to the PlayStation 5, releases ranged in genres and styles.