Highlights
- Italian developers have created some impressive video games, like Assetto Corsa and Remothered: Tormented Fathers, despite the country not being known for game development.
- Assetto Corsa is a highly popular racing sim with a wide range of cars and mods that enhance the gameplay experience.
- Remothered: Tormented Fathers is a survival horror game that fans of classic horror games will enjoy, despite its slightly wooden animations.
Video game development is not easy, and any company that bands together to create a video game from scratch should definitely be commended for trying to carve a name for themselves in the industry. So, it’s easy to see why developers from countries not really known for developing games should be commended for the work and effort they put into their titles, despite the odds being stacked against them.
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Italy is a country known for many great things, but video games aren’t necessarily one of them. So, players will be glad to know that this nation’s developers have churned out some great games that are worth checking out. From full-blown racing sims to more reigned-in experiences, the sheer wealth of talent working on quality video games should be commended for what they bring to the table.
5 Assetto Corsa
Developer: Kunos Simulazioni
One of the most popular racing sims around that fans absolutely adore, it should come as no surprise that Assetto Corsa was developed by an Italian company, given this nation’s relationship with cars of all shapes and sizes. Lamborghini, Ferrari, Alfa Romeo, Maserati, and Fiat are just a few of the many reputed car manufacturers originating from Italy.
Assetto Corsa is an in-depth racing sim that can take some time for newcomers to wrap their heads around. However, once they manage to accomplish this, hours upon hours will fly by in no time as players develop a unique driving style for the game’s many cars. Mods can enhance the content that players can access even further, making Assetto Corsa an absolute blast to play through in every way.
4 Remothered: Tormented Fathers
Developer: Stormind Games
Remothered: Tormented Fathers
- Developer(s)
- Stormind Games
- Publisher(s)
- Darril Arts
- Genre(s)
- Survival Horror
Fans of classic horror games like Clock Tower will find Remothered: Tormented Fathers to be right up their alley. This survival horror game is absolutely dripping with atmosphere and will leave players wanting more even after unraveling the game’s chilling story.
The game’s budget wasn’t all that high, which shows in the slightly wooden animations. However, that’s a minor complaint in the grand scheme of things, with most fans of old-school horror games loving what Remothered: Tormented Fathers brings to the table.
3 Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged
Developer: Milestone
Hot Wheels Unleashed was a game that took everyone by surprise when it came out. The title’s focus on fun arcade racing with model toy cars was pretty engaging, and it’s easy to see why so many people were surprised by Milestone’s achievement when it came to developing this racing game. However, there were still some avenues for improvement in these games… which is where Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged came into the picture.
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The sequel upped the ante when it came to the gameplay and racetrack diversity. Fans loved how engaging the racing sequences were in this title, with players having the ability to jump at will and ram players to gain an advantage. The detailed environments that players could explore to their heart’s content even after falling off the track was a nice touch too, showing just how ambitious this sequel really was.
2 Last Day Of June
Developer: Avantgarden (Formerly Known As Ovosonico)
Steven Wilson is one of the most celebrated prog-rock artists of the modern era, with his solo work in the genre being nothing short of stellar. His songs have become the stuff of legends, with the bulk of his work being truly exemplary in every way. One of his most popular songs, “Drive Home,” is accompanied by a great music video that sends players down a tragic, beautifully animated journey.
Fans of this music video will be surprised to know that an Italian developer has actually developed an adventure game based on the “Drive Home” music video that evokes much of the same art style. Last Day of June is an emotional adventure that will take players on a wild ride, with a heart-wrenching ending that is about as melancholic as most people would expect.
1 Close To The Sun
Developer: Storm In A Teacup
Close to the Sun
- Released
- May 2, 2019
- Developer
- Storm in a Teacup
- Genre(s)
- Adventure
The similarities between Close to the Sun and BioShock are hard to miss. In fact, a major reason why this game attained so much popularity in the first place was because of the similarities it shared with Irrational Games’ incredible story-driven FPS. Of course, these comparisons were largely superficial, with Close to the Sun being its own thing and serving up a delectable horror adventure for players to stick their teeth into.
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While some of its rudimentary and dated gameplay mechanics were criticized for being frustrating to get through, players who look past these issues will love the immaculate atmosphere of this title coupled with a mesmerizing story. Despite its rough edges, Close to the Sun is definitely worth checking out for fans of immersive horror games.
