The Best Third-person Games

Update : Great God Grove added at rank #22.
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THE NORMAL THING (2020)

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THE NORMAL THING is a story about a dog who lost his memory. Sunless forests, strange gardens, weird inhabitants... Start a little journey to retrieve your memory.

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  • top-down
  • 2d
  • third-person
  • investigation
  • atmospheric
  • mystery
  • conversation
  • puzzle
  • exploration
  • horror
  • single-player
  • adventure

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Lake Haven - Chrysalis (2023)

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PC Windows

Detective Zeke Reynold is called to investigate what he assumes will be another case he'll quickly forget, but what he finds will be sewn into the fabric of his existence forever.

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  • horror
  • third-person
  • old-school
  • dark
  • surreal
  • atmospheric
  • exploration
  • story
  • thriller
  • psychological
  • 1990s
  • action-adventure
  • single-player
  • mystery
  • controller-support

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ARIDA: Backland's Awakening (2019)

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PC Windows

ARIDA: Backland's Awakening. A story of survival and adventure in the brazilian backlands. Face the drought to explore the more arid regions, gather resources and discover clues about the fate of the young Cícera.

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  • third-person
  • nature
  • historical
  • short
  • survival
  • relaxing
  • beautiful
  • colourful
  • story
  • stylized
  • episodic
  • single-player
  • family-friendly
  • adventure
  • cartoony

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The Hand of Glory (2020)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch

The challenge of a dangerous serial killer plummets detective Lazarus Bundy’s career into a chasm with no way out. In a desperate attempt at a comeback, Lazarus decides to secretly investigate the disappearance of Kathrin Mulzberg.

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  • thriller
  • point-and-click
  • atmospheric
  • mystery
  • third-person
  • first-time
  • comedy
  • story
  • adventure
  • inventory
  • funny
  • single-player
  • dark
  • in-depth
  • hand-drawn

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World Of Mystery (2023)

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PC Windows Android

Jump into the World Of Mystery and become the best Supernatural Detective! Uncover all the mysteries of every monsters and spirits to unlock the secrets of this mysterious land.


  • comedy
  • conversation
  • action-adventure
  • character
  • third-person
  • 3d
  • cartoony
  • hack-and-slash
  • rpg
  • casual
  • mystery
  • exploration
  • pve
  • customization
  • detective

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Star Wars: Hunters (2021)

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early access Android IOS iPhone Nintendo Switch

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  • team
  • battle
  • third-person
  • arena
  • combat
  • shooter
  • head-to-head
  • action
  • fight
  • skill
  • rich
  • multiplayer
  • competitive
  • fast-paced

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STAR WARS Jedi: Fallen Order (2019)

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Jedi: Fallen Order is a third-person adventure game set in the Star Wars universe. You are a former Padawan who must hide from the Empire while learning to hone your connection to the Force and become a Jedi. The game features stunning graphics and sound design, an engaging story with unexpected twists, challenging Lightsaber combat that requires practice, and plenty of collectibles to discover across multiple worlds.


What we like:
  • Rich design and scale
  • Wonderful wildlife
  • Diverse cast of characters
  • Rewarding Lightsaber combat that improves with practice
  • Deep customisation options for your Lightsaber
  • Replayable due to hidden loot and hidden pathways opening up over time
  • Fantastic score and sound design
What could be improved:
  • Combat based on animation rather than reflexes can be difficult to master
  • Some areas may become repetitive or boring
  • Predictable moments in story

  • exploration
  • souls
  • combat
  • action-adventure
  • puzzle
  • fight
  • third-person
  • platform
  • story
  • adventure
  • metroidvania
  • boss-fight
  • battle
  • boss
  • swordplay

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This Bed We Made (2023)

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This Bed We Made is a third-person mystery game in which you play as a maid in a 1950s hotel and snoop around strangers' rooms to uncover their deadly secrets. Discover what links guests together in this tale of love, heartbreak and murder!

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  • mystery
  • noir
  • detective
  • cinematic
  • lgbtq
  • third-person
  • walking-simulator
  • investigation
  • 1950s
  • crime
  • fiction
  • choices
  • historical
  • story
  • romance

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Warframe (2013)

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Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game


  • cooperative
  • tps
  • shooter
  • ninja
  • parkour
  • third-person
  • multiplayer
  • mmo
  • loot
  • rpg
  • action
  • combat
  • customization
  • stealth

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We Love Katamari Reroll + Royal Reverie (2023)

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Playstation 4 Playstation 5 PC Windows Xbox One Xbox Series X Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X/s

Get ready to roll your way to stardom in We Love Katamari REROLL+ Royal Reverie! As the Prince, you'll roll up everything from everyday objects to creatures, creating stunning stars. With revamped graphics, new challenges, and a selfie mode, this game offers a simple yet deep experience that's a must-play for all.


What we like:
  • Lots of rolling gameplay
  • A must-buy for Katamari fans
  • More content and touching story
  • Quality of life improvements for completionists
  • Solid replay value
What could be improved:
  • Some levels with specific criteria can be less enjoyable
  • Lacks bonus content

  • anxiety
  • controller-support
  • third-person
  • remake
  • classic
  • 3d
  • funny
  • space
  • local
  • cooperative
  • platform
  • difficult
  • multiplayer
  • similarly-sized
  • heavily-stylized

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