10 Best Games To Play Instead Of GTA 6

Traditionally, fall and the holiday season are the busiest periods for video game releases. Players start putting together their wishlists, and publishers look to capitalize on holiday shopping, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday. It's also the final opportunity for games to qualify for major industry awards. But this November is unlike any other. With Grand Theft Auto 6 set to launch on November 19, everyone is preparing for what is expected to be the biggest release of the decade, if not ever.

Many publishers have moved their games out of November, but that doesn't mean there's nothing new coming out this month. And if you don't like GTA 6, or it's simply out of your budget, we've put together a list of games to enjoy while the rest of the world heads to Leonida.

Tanuki: Pon's Summer

Released on November 10, this mail delivery game combines a fun BMX traversal mechanic with plenty of side activities. You play as Pon, who enjoys a warm summer filled with adventures and new friendships, and works to restore the old local shrine in time for the big festival. If you're into games about simple routines, community building, and exploration, this one is definitely worth checking out. Tanuki: Pon's Summer is available on PC, Nintendo Switch & Switch 2, PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

Remakes can be tricky to get right, especially when they're based on such a beloved classic, but Nintendo seems to have pulled it off. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake arrived on Switch 2 on November 5, featuring revamped visuals and plenty of gameplay improvements, and selling over 5.2 million copies in its first four days. Maybe this is your sign to get cozy, step into Link's shoes, and learn some songs on the ocarina.

The Binding of Isaac: Repentance+

You could say GTA 6 is the one brave enough to launch on the same day as The Binding of Isaac. Although The Binding of Isaac: Repentance+ is already available on PC, it's officially making its way to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2 on November 19. The full online co-op adds a whole new layer to the experience, making it one of the expansion's biggest selling points.

Loftia

Loftia entered Early Access on November 3, and it's another great option if you want a cozy game to unwind. You'll farm, craft, decorate, and explore alongside friends in a shared world that grows over time, set across a series of floating islands. There's plenty to get stuck into, from character customization and home building to rescuing animals and learning sustainable farming skills. Right now, you can play it on both Mac and PC.

Arkheron

Arkheron, a fast-paced isometric PvP game from Bonfire Studios, is set to launch in Early Access on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S on November 27. If its visuals give you Diablo vibes, there's a reason: Bonfire Studios was founded by former Blizzard's Chief Creative Officer Rob Pardo. The game has remained largely under wraps for years, and we'll finally get to see what it's all about very soon.

Am I Nima?

There's also something for fans of psychological horror coming on November 27 for PC and Mac. In this point-and-click hand-drawn adventure, you must convince your mom that you really are her daughter. You play as Nima, a girl who lost all her memories. But the more you uncover, the more questions arise: Why are you locked in the basement? And are you really Nima?

Shrek 2 Remastered

Yes, seriously. Just take a look at its trailer, it feels oddly reminiscent of another upcoming game, which is the reason we're here in the first place. The cult-classic adventure with all your favorite characters launched on November 10 for PC, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, and it offers more than improved visuals: both online and local co-op multiplayer.

Potato Please

For another silly pick, how about a game all about peeling potatoes? The concept is simple: you've got a knife, a bucket, and a mountain of potatoes to get through. Peel them using realistic physics, try to cut them as thin as possible without wasting anything, upgrade your tools, and finish the pile. Potato Please launched on PC on November 3.

LEGO City Undercover

Now, for something a little more serious and closer to the kind of action you'd expect from GTA 6, how about a more family-friendly alternative? And you probably already have the right device to play it. LEGO City Undercover follows police officer Chase McCain as he returns to LEGO City to track down escaped crime boss Rex Fury. You'll explore a large open-world city, take on missions, solve puzzles, and get into plenty of combat along the way. The game is available on Wii U, PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.

Cyberpunk 2077

Although it launched six years ago, the game continues to reach new heights, recently hitting 40 million copies sold, securing a live-action film adaptation, receiving a second season of the anime series, and entering sequel development. Cyberpunk 2077 offers a highly detailed city you can freely explore, drive through, commit crimes in, and evade the police in, all while pushing modern graphical fidelity to its limits. It's available on PC, PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S, and it just got a free update.

Watch Dogs 2

Technically, we've got 11 games on this list. Over the past two decades, plenty of games have come along to scratch that same GTA itch, but Watch Dogs 2 is arguably one of the closest alternatives. Its open world feels lively, with a bright, vibrant city, NPCs you can interact with and mess around with, vehicle hacking, and plenty of commentary on modern culture. You can play Watch Dogs 2 on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.

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