Gaming has definitely been doing its thing. With more and more advancements in technology, we’ve seen an increase in deeply engaging stories, though provoking narration, and well-written characters. And the great thing is, some of these are female led ones again showing the progression. I love the introduction of new characters as well as continuing the journey of many fan favorites.

In this ranker tier list, we’re looking at video games that either feature a female protagonist, multiple female protagonists, or a primarily female cast. This will not include games where the protagonist shares the spotlight with a male, just females. Also, this is ranking games I’ve personally played and will be updated accordingly.

5-Star Ranking – Game of the Year

• Child of Light (Release: 2014 | Developer(s): Ubisoft Montreal)
• Rise of the Tomb Raider (Release: 2015 | Developer(s): Crystal Dynamics)
• Horizon Zero Dawn (Release: 2017 | Developer(s): Guerrilla Games)
• Life is Strange (Release: 2015 | Developer(s): Dontnod Entertainment)
• The Walking Dead: Season Two (Release: 2013-14 | Developer(s): Telltale Games)

4-Star Ranking – Top 10 Worthy

• Shadow of the Tomb Raider (Release: 2018 | Developer(s): Eidos-Montreal)
• Tomb Raider (Release: 2013 | Developer(s): Crystal Dynamics)
• Jotun (Release: 2015 | Developer(s): Thunder Lotus Games)
• Indivisible (Release: 2019 | Developer(s): Lab Zero Games)
• Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice (Release: 2017 | Developer(s): Ninja Theory)
• Slime Rancher (Release: 2017 | Developer(s): Monomi Park)
• Mirror’s Edge Catalyst (Release: 2016 | Developer(s): DICE)
• Beyond: Two Souls (Release: 2013 | Developer(s): Quantic Dream)
• Alien: Isolation (Release: 2014 | Developer(s): Creative Assembly)

3-Star Ranking – Great Game

• Contrast (Release: 2013 | Developer(s): Compulsion Games)
• Celeste (Release: 2018 | Developer(s): Matt Makes Games)
• Hydrophobia (Release: 2010 | Developer(s): Dark Energy Digital)
• Scarygirl (Release: 2012 | Developer(s): TikGames)
• Oxenfree (Release: 2016 | Developer(s): Night School Studio)
• Amy (Release: 2012 | Developer(s): VectorCell)
• Halo: Spartan Assault (Release: 2013 | Developer(s): 343 Industries & Vanguard Games)
• Assassin’s Creed Chronicles: China (Release: 2015 | Developer(s): Climax Studios)
• Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night (Release: 2019 | Developer(s): ArtPlay)
• Alice: Madness Returns (Release: 2011 | Developer(s): Spicy Horse)
• Vambrace: Cold Soul (Release: 2019 | Developer(s): Devespresso Games)
• Gone Home (Release: 2013 | Developer(s): The Fullbright Company)

2-Star Ranking – Could’ve Been Better

• Girl Fight (Release: 2013 | Developer(s): MicroProse & Kung Fu Factory)

1-Star Ranking – Total Trash

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