DISCWORLD

Coming out at a time when LucasArts had an indomitable hold over the point-and-click genre, Discworld – based on the popular novel series – was a game that presented its developers as worthy contenders to the genre’s thrones. Upon launch, the game received praise from most who played it, with critics highlighting the game’s beautiful world, captivating story, and strong sense of humour, and sure enough, the game was appropriately successful at the time. As time has passed though, Discworld has receded into the murky pages of history, and there are many who haven’t experienced it. Make no mistake though- if you’re a fan of adventure games, you owe it to yourself to play this one.

Metal Gear Solid 3

Picture this – you’re Solid Snake and The Boss, your mentor and resident arm breaker, has finally been beaten. Sadly, even when receiving the location to the Philosopher’s Legacy, Snake has to kill The Boss to fulfil his mission. It’s only later we learn that The Boss actually completed her mission by dying, becoming a traitor and serving her country to the end. Snake receives the title of Big Boss from the United States president but leaves immediately. As we cut to his visiting the grave of The Boss, he sheds a tear for his departed friend and mentor. And then Ocelot is revealed to be a triple agent for the CIA in a post-credits scene but that’s a whole other story.