The Best Third-person Games

Update : Duck War added at rank #35.
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THE NORMAL THING (2020)

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PC Windows Mac OS

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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The Last of Usa Part I (2023)

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PC Windows

Discover the award-winning game that inspired the critically acclaimed television show. Guide Joel and Ellie through a post-apocalyptic America, and encounter unforgettable allies and enemies in The Last of Us™.

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  • cinematic
  • post-apocalyptic
  • emotional
  • tps
  • zombies
  • third-person
  • drama
  • thriller
  • story
  • horror
  • survival-horror
  • shooter
  • soundtrack
  • action-adventure
  • survival

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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

5

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 Nintendo Switch IOS iPhone

Star Wars: Hunters™ is a free to play game and includes optional in-game purchases. For information about how Zynga uses personal data, please read our privacy policy at www.take2games.com.


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

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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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We Love Katamari Reroll + Royal Reverie (2023)

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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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Overlord (2021)

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PC Windows Xbox 360 Xbox One Android Mac OS

This game features a yellow jelly cube that you control with the space bar


  • fantasy
  • rpg
  • third-person
  • puzzle
  • protagonist
  • villain
  • action
  • action-adventure
  • funny
  • stealth
  • comedy
  • too-cute
  • cooperative
  • strategy
  • battle

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Sir Whoopassa: Immortal Death (2022)

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Sir Whip Ass Immortal Death is an independently developed game that offers a unique hack and slash experience. You take on the role of Sir Whoopass, a tryhard hero with a heart of gold tasked with finding the legendary villain beating artifact. A variety of weapons and hats, puzzles, and intense action awaits you in this 11 hour adventure.

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What we like:
  • Unique hack and slash experience
  • Variety of weapons and hats to choose from
  • Intense action moments
  • Puzzles to test your skills
  • Fantastic narration and voice acting
What could be improved:
  • Poor cut scenes production quality
  • Lack of controller support
  • Occasional overwhelming moments

  • action-adventure
  • comedy
  • hack-and-slash
  • open-world
  • beat-em-up
  • story
  • dungeon
  • dragon
  • funny
  • third-person
  • controller-support
  • rpg
  • exploration
  • action
  • fight

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