The 10 Hardest Games This Generation

A few years ago, it was commonplace to see players discussing the fact that games were simply too easy. The trend towards casual titles led developers and publishers to reduce the challenge in favor of other aspects.

However, in recent times there has been a resurgence of more difficult experiences. Franchises like Dark Souls showed that players are more than willing to play through hard games. This means that the current generation of consoles has seen some truly challenging titles.

The Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One might all have some of the hardest games ever made in their catalogs. But have you been able to beat any of these entries or did you struggle to finish them?

Here we count down the 10 hardest games of this console generation.

10. Monster Hunter World: Iceborne

The Monster Hunter series has always had something of a reputation for being hard. Featuring long stories, tough battles, and an unrelenting combat system, 2018’s Monster Hunter World: Iceborne continues this tradition. Unlike many other RPGs, this game does not feature a leveling up system that makes you more powerful. The only thing that can increase your abilities is crafting new items. Add in a very steep learning curve and it’s easy to get overwhelmed very quickly. In such a long game, which can run to hundreds of hours, it can become something of a slog.

9. Enter the Gungeon

Enter the Gungeon is a 2016 rogue-like title that changes every time you play it. The aim is to get as deep into the dungeon as possible, battling enemies and bosses along the way. There are plenty of extra weapons and items to add to your collection. But none of them make the campaign that much easier. With each room filled with dozens of different enemies, each moment demands that you evaluate the situation carefully. Only then can you decide who to focus your attacks on and dodge incoming projectiles.