Artistic visuals don’t always have to be technically impressive. Some times a beautiful 16-bit sweeping landscape can be full as much detail as the most realistic shooter. The best artistic graphics give a game a unique style and look that can’t be compared to any other game. This year was chalk full of artistic flair and brilliant talent from many studios.

Neva

Neva may seem like a walking simulator platformer on the surface, but what lies inside is a fantastic tale of a woman and her beast fighting evil across the land they love. The visuals are breathtaking from sweeping vistas, gorgeous palettes that portray each season, and a game that must be played on an OLED screen.

Runner-Ups

Metaphor: ReFantazio

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Astro Bot

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Silent Hill 2 (2024)

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Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II