After a robust Xbox Developer Direct to start 2025, Microsoft's future looks bright with its impressive array of first-party studios. The question on many gamers' minds is which Xbox game series sparks the most excitement. For those who fondly remember the glory days of the Xbox 360, which series provided the most enjoyment? And for those who have never owned an Xbox, which series are you eagerly anticipating on other platforms, given Microsoft's strategy to expand its library to consoles like PlayStation?
With Microsoft's acquisitions of Bethesda and Activision Blizzard, the pool of legendary game series has expanded significantly. This tier list encompasses series from Xbox, Bethesda, and Activision Blizzard, provided they have more than one entry. While this isn't a comprehensive list of all Xbox game series, it focuses on those with current relevance and historical impact.
Here's a personal tier list, crafted based on enjoyment over the years:
Simon Cardy's Xbox Games Series Tier List
- Doom secures an easy spot in the S-tier for me. The recent entries rank among my favorite first-person shooters, and the anticipation for Doom: The Dark Ages suggests that id Software continues to excel.
- Forza Horizon also earns an S-tier position. These games, perhaps only surpassed by Burnout 3 and Burnout Revenge, are the best racing games I've ever experienced.
- Halo sits in the A tier. While Halo 2 and Halo 3 are among the finest campaign shooters ever crafted, recent inconsistencies prevent it from reaching the top tier.
- As for Bethesda's offerings, I'm more of a Fallout enthusiast than an Elder Scrolls fan. Give me power armor over a dragon any day!
Do you disagree with my rankings? Perhaps you believe Gears of War deserves the top spot, or you're a staunch defender of Fuzion Frenzy? Feel free to create your own tier list below and compare your S, A, B, C, and D rankings with the IGN community.
Xbox Games Series Tier List
Have we overlooked an Xbox series you feel deserves recognition? Share your thoughts in the comments and explain your rankings.
