The best games of 2024, picked by NPR's staff
Briefly

2024 has been a tumultuous year in gaming, marked by the unexpected success of smaller titles, while major releases have slowed amidst industry consolidation.
Titles like Palworld and Balatro have outpaced larger-budget games this year, showcasing a surprising shift in the gaming landscape favoring indie developers.
Nintendo's release of a Zelda game starring Princess Zelda and Sony's Astro Bot, compared favorably to classic Mario games, amplified the shift toward diverse gaming experiences.
Amid mass layoffs in the gaming industry, players have benefited from a wider variety of games, from cozy puzzlers to exciting multiplayers and epic adventures.
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