Your search for best single player Xbox 360 games just got a lot easier as we’ve compiled a list of titles that offer some of the most intriguing storylines and immersive gameplay. While multiplayer gaming is a lot of fun and can get you hooked on for hours on end, you can expect the same experience from the releases mentioned below. We’ve got puzzle-based titles, first-person shooters, RPGs and even open-world releases where you’ll have a lot to explore and many activities.
1. Skyrim:
Skyrim is the fifth installment in The Elder Scrolls series and it takes place around 200 years after the events of Oblivion. Set in the land of Skyrim, you emerge as the prophesied dragon born possessing the power of the voice that’s capable of ridding Tamriel from the ancient evil, dragons, and the god of destruction, Alduin. The world is free to roam and it can be experienced in first- or third-person prospective. The title focuses a lot on character development and there are a many activities available apart from the main storyline. Be sure to grab the three DLCs as well, Dawnguard, Hearthfire and Dragonborn.
2. Red Dead Redemption:
Not a fan of the ancient times? Well, how would the Wild West sound to you? Red Dead Redemption takes you on a trip to the American frontier during the early 1900’s. You step into the shoes of John Marston, a former outlaw who’s forced into helping federal agents impose the law across the lands by threatening his family. Here, you’ll get to take part in gun battles, train robberies, bounty hunting and duels amongst others. Apart from this, you can freely explore the beautiful and violent Wild West where various events like hangings happen at random. Developer Rockstar has also released the Undead Nightmare DLC which tags along a fresh single-player campaign and a lot of multiplayer content.
3. Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag:
The sixth installment in the series, Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag, takes you even further back in time to the age of piracy where you’ll explore Caribbean islands and sail the seas during the 18th century. The title is basically a sequel to AC3 and it follows Edward Kenway who’s the grandfather of Connor and father to Haytham Kenway. Your pirate journey involves assassinations, looting ships for their cargo, diving to the depths of the ocean for treasures and much more, all while you search for the Observatory and deal with the Templars. There are many side quests available and a lot of attractions to visit. A DLC dubbed Freedom Cry can be downloaded for extended single-player missions.
4. The Walking Dead:
The Walking Dead, not to be confused with the TV series, is a graphic adventure title based on the comic book series of the same name by Robert Kirkman. In this release, you assume the role of Lee Everett who’s only goal is to keep a young girl named Clementine safe from zombies. The decisions you make in this title affect the outcome of the game. Season 1 is divided into 5 chapters and your choices are carried forward to each new release. A second season has also been launched and it follows the same rules. In the sequel, you step into the shoes of Clementine and fight for survival. For now, the first episode of season 2 has been launched and 4 more are planned for periodic releases over the year. The developer has also made the 400 Days DLC available which connects both seasons together.
5. Fallout: New Vegas:
Fallout: New Vegas is an open world action RPG that takes place in a post-apocalyptic setting of Vegas. Your motive here is revenge for being shot and left for dead and you’ll also have to locate a stolen package. On your journey, you’ll be forced to make decisions which alter the gameplay and also get caught up in a faction war being fought by 3 groups. There’s a lot of exploring to do as well, and you’ll be introduced to an extensive set of characters, not to mention mutated creatures and deadly robots. Being an RPG, there are various skills that can be upgraded.
6. Portal 2:
Portal 2 is not only one of the most enjoyable 2 player games available on the market, it also has a very immersive and challenging single-player campaign. Being a direct sequel to the first release, this one puts you in control of Chell as you journey and explore the Aperture Science Laboratory, or whatever is left of it. You’ll visit various test chambers where puzzles have to be solved to move on to the next area. You’ll be in possession of the Portal gun which opens portals on different surfaces and it’s the key tool for solving puzzles. A multiplayer mode is also available where 2 players can co-operatively complete stages.
7. Half Life 2 + Episodes:
Half Life 2 is the sequel to the widely popular FPS from Valve. Like its predecessor, you step into the shoes of research scientist Gordon Freeman. The game is set 20 after the events of the prequel where the earth is overrun by aliens and its resources and humanity are being harvested. It’s your goal to save the world from destruction and undo the mistakes of Black Mesa. HL2 is the first to come based on the Source engine. A total of 3 expansions packs were announced, but so far, only Episode One and Episode Two have been launched.
Conclusion:
We’ve reached the end of the best single player Xbox 360 games compilation. The titles listed here will without a doubt keep you busy for a long time. So tell us, which of these releases are you planning to pick up?