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Metacritic Reports The Best Videogames of 2011
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It wasn't just your imagination; 2011 was indeed a great year for videogames. In our yearly report, we take a look at the year's best releases overall as well as the top games for each platform.
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  1. The Best iPhone and iPad Games of 2011
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  1. Batman: Arkham City

    Metascore: 96
    • Release Date: Oct 18, 2011
    • User Score: 8.1
    • Platform: PS3
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    Developed by Rocksteady Studios, Batman: Arkham City builds upon the intense, atmospheric foundation of Batman: Arkham Asylum, sending players...More »

  2. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

    Metascore: 96
    • Release Date: Nov 11, 2011
    • User Score: 8.5
    • Platform: X360
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    The next chapter in the Elder Scrolls saga arrives from the Bethesda Game Studios. Skyrim reimagines the open-world fantasy epic, bringing to life...More »

  3. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

    Metascore: 94
    • Release Date: Nov 11, 2011
    • User Score: 8.2
    • Platform: PC
    The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Image
    The next chapter in the Elder Scrolls saga arrives from the Bethesda Game Studios. Skyrim reimagines the open-world fantasy epic, bringing to life...More »

  4. Minecraft

    Metascore: 94
    • Release Date: Nov 18, 2011
    • User Score: 7.0
    • Platform: PC
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    The game involves players creating and destroying various types of blocks in a three dimensional environment. The player takes an avatar that can...More »

  5. Batman: Arkham City

    Metascore: 94
    • Release Date: Oct 18, 2011
    • User Score: 8.4
    • Platform: X360
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    Developed by Rocksteady Studios, Batman: Arkham City builds upon the intense, atmospheric foundation of Batman: Arkham Asylum, sending players...More »

  6. The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword

    Metascore: 93
    • Release Date: Nov 20, 2011
    • User Score: 7.7
    • Platform: WII
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    A Link to the Future - The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword shakes up the tried-and-true adventure game formula and marks a turning point for the...More »

  7. Sonic CD

    Metascore: 93
    • Release Date: Dec 15, 2011
    • User Score: 8.3
    • Platform: iOS
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    Sonic CD bridges the gap between his oldest adventures and his new digital exploits. More »

  8. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

    Metascore: 92
    • Release Date: Nov 11, 2011
    • User Score: 5.2
    • Platform: PS3
    The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Image
    The next chapter in the Elder Scrolls saga arrives from the Bethesda Game Studios. Skyrim reimagines the open-world fantasy epic, bringing to life...More »

  9. Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception

    Metascore: 92
    • Release Date: Nov 1, 2011
    • User Score: 8.4
    • Platform: PS3
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    A search for the fabled "Atlantis of the Sands" propels fortune hunter Nathan Drake on a trek into the heart of the Arabian Desert. When the...More »

  10. Rayman Origins

    Metascore: 91
    • Release Date: Nov 15, 2011
    • User Score: 8.3
    • Platform: WII
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    Rayman's new adventure is a two-dimensional cooperative platformer with a colorful, whimsical art style.More »

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