Xbox 360 2018

This blisteringly fun arcade racer is an under-appreciated gem that was sorely overlooked upon its initial release back in 2010. It even featured in our list of dream video game sequels . While it features solid accessible handling and a great look, the real selling point of Split/Second is the player's ability to destroy specific parts of the track on the fly, permanently altering it.

Triggering these wildly impressive destructive moments - ripped straight out of the most bombastic action movies - can unlock shortcuts as well as destroy rival racers. Mountains crumble, bridges collapse while planes and cranes sweep across your path wrecking everything in their way.