Top ten games list for production values, character development, non-linear storytelling and innovation in bringing something new to the table.
1. Deus Ex - For having a great storyline, non linear choices, blending FPS and RPG elements that broke away from typical corridor shooters.
2. Metal Gear Solid 1 - Great storytelling, voice acting, innovative stealth game play, the game that defined steal espionage.
3. KOTOR - Bioshock at their best, The first RPG game I played that offered the player different choices, outcomes and endings. I also loved the fact that you could either go around as a humble Jedi or a cruel Sith, making the experience even better and offering great replay value.
4. Fallout - Fallout for also blending RPG and FPS elements and creating a realistic post apocalyptic world.
5. The Elder Scrolls - Play an Elder Scrolls game, enough said.
6. Mass Effect Trilogy - Blending science fiction, RPG and third person shooter elements.
7. Halo 2 Multi-player, Halo CE for story campaign - Amazing maps, a true skill ranking system, game type variation and community really made Halo 2.
8. Grand Theft Auto - The definitive sandbox game that inspired many open world games.
9. Dragon Age: Origins - The definition of what a third person RPG should be. You define the game, the twists, the storyline and the outcomes.
10. Yakuza - This makes the list for bringing that fun Japanese arcade style that we don't often see in mainstream games.