Video Game Backlog - 2025

Video Game Backlog - 2025

  1. The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds (3DS)

    • Status: In progress
    • Why: You’re already working on this, and finishing it will clear an unfinished title. It’s a highly rated classic Zelda game with handheld convenience and a nostalgic yet modern feel.

  2. Chrono Trigger (DS)

    • Why: A legendary RPG from 1995, perfectly matching your taste for very classic, highly rated RPGs. It’s on handheld, ideal for your limited time, and its timeless story keeps you engaged.

  3. Resident Evil 4 Remake (PS5)

    • Status: Need some trophies for 100% completion
    • Why: As a Resident Evil fan who’s played most of the series, finishing this remake’s trophies is a quick, satisfying goal. It’s a modern game with great graphics, balancing out the classics.

  4. Ace Attorney: Phoenix Wright Trilogy (3DS)

    • Why: This engaging series is perfect for handheld play with its continuous story. It’s a classic in its genre, keeping you immersed without feeling casual.

  5. Onimusha: Warlords (PS2)

    • Why: A nostalgic action classic that’s shorter than RPGs, making it manageable with your time constraints. Switching to PS2 adds variety after handhelds.

  6. Dark Souls 3 (PS5)

    • Status: Work in progress
    • Why: Another unfinished game, this modern masterpiece offers challenging gameplay and stunning design. Finishing it will feel rewarding, and it contrasts the older titles.

  7. Professor Layton and the Curious Village (DS)

    • Why: While lighter, its story-driven puzzles make it more than a casual pick-up game. It’s handheld-friendly and switches you back to DS after consoles.

  8. Gears of War (Xbox 360)

    • Why: A classic shooter with a strong narrative, highly rated in its time. It shifts to Xbox 360 for variety and offers a break from RPGs.

  9. Tales of the Abyss (3DS)

    • Why: A well-regarded RPG from 2005, not as old as Chrono Trigger but still engaging. It’s on handheld, fitting your preference, and keeps the story focus.

  10. Horizon: Forbidden West - DLC (PS5)

    • Status: DLC to complete
    • Why: Assuming you’ve finished the base game, the DLC wraps up this modern title with great visuals. It’s a manageable addition after the main story.

  11. GTA: Chinatown Wars (DS)

    • Why: A unique handheld GTA with nostalgic vibes and open-world depth. It’s engaging and switches you back to DS.

  12. Mass Effect Trilogy (PC)

    • Why: A highly rated, classic sci-fi RPG series that’s worth your time. On PC, it’s flexible for sessions, and its story keeps you hooked.

  13. Elden Ring - DLC (PS5)

    • Status: DLC to complete
    • Why: Assuming you’ve beaten the base game, the DLC adds a fresh modern challenge. It’s highly acclaimed and fits your taste for quality.

  14. GTA IV (Xbox 360)

    • Why: A modern classic with a gripping story, switching back to Xbox 360. It’s a solid follow-up to other open-world titles.

  15. The Witcher 3 (PC)

    • Why: One of the best modern RPGs with stunning graphics and a rich narrative. On PC, you can play it in chunks, making it a great capstone.