Buying guide
Best-Rated Video Games Under $20
Prices checked November 4, 2026
This list covers video games priced at or below $20, ranked by audience ratings with at least 25 reviews. It includes a variety of genres such as RPGs, shooters, adventures, and platformers across multiple platforms including PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.
The selection features games from 2002 to 2017, with standout titles like Mass Effect 2 (2010), Super Mario Odyssey (2017), and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt (2015). Popular franchises like Grand Theft Auto and BioShock appear multiple times, reflecting their lasting appeal.
If you’re buying physical copies, check that the game’s platform matches your system, especially for older consoles. Also, verify if the edition includes all content if you want complete experiences, particularly for open-world games.
1.Mass Effect 2
2010 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Xbox 360 · PlayStation 3 · ★ 4.7/5 (2.8K ratings)
This sci-fi RPG shooter is for players who enjoy deep storylines and tough choices in a galaxy-saving mission. It offers a mix of adventure and strategic combat across multiple platforms.
2.Super Mario Odyssey
2017 · Nintendo Switch · Nintendo Switch 2 · ★ 4.6/5 (1.9K ratings)
Fans of classic platform adventures will appreciate this globe-trotting Mario game with new abilities and creative gameplay on Nintendo Switch systems.
3.The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
2015 · Xbox Series X|S · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Xbox One · ★ 4.6/5 (5.5K ratings)
Open-world RPG fans who like dark fantasy and rich storytelling will find this game engaging, with exploration, combat, and player-driven narratives on PC and Xbox.
4.Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
2009 · PlayStation 3 · ★ 4.6/5 (2.2K ratings)
Players who enjoy action-packed adventure and platforming on PlayStation 3 will like this sequel featuring treasure hunts and exotic locations.
5.Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
2004 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Android · Windows Phone · ★ 4.6/5 (4.1K ratings)
This open-world shooter adventure set in a fictional California-inspired state is suited for those who enjoy crime stories and expansive gameplay on PC and mobile platforms.
6.Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
2002 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Xbox · Mac · ★ 4.5/5 (3.2K ratings)
Set in an 80s Miami-inspired city, this open-world shooter adventure offers a mix of vehicles, weapons, and a nostalgic soundtrack for PC and Xbox players.
7.BioShock
2007 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Xbox 360 · Mac · ★ 4.5/5 (3.2K ratings)
Players who like horror-themed shooters with RPG elements and underwater dystopian settings will find this game compelling on PC, Xbox 360, and Mac.
8.BioShock Infinite
2013 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Xbox One · PlayStation 4 · ★ 4.5/5 (2.7K ratings)
This shooter adventure offers varied environments and strategic gameplay, set in a different world from earlier BioShock titles, for PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4.
9.Batman: Arkham City
2011 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · OnLive Game System · Nintendo Switch · ★ 4.5/5 (2.7K ratings)
Fans of beat 'em up and adventure games will enjoy exploring a sprawling Gotham City filled with criminals and new stories on PC and Nintendo Switch.
10.Grand Theft Auto V
2013 · Xbox Series X|S · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Xbox One · ★ 4.4/5 (6K ratings)
This open-world shooter adventure lets players switch between three characters in a sun-soaked city, blending storytelling and gameplay on modern consoles and PC.
11.Assassin's Creed II
2009 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Xbox 360 · Mac · ★ 4.4/5 (3.2K ratings)
Players interested in historical adventure and platforming will find this game set in Renaissance Italy with open-world exploration and combat options on PC and consoles.
12.Mass Effect 3
2012 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Xbox 360 · PlayStation 3 · ★ 4.4/5 (1.9K ratings)
This action RPG shooter features a final battle against invading machines with squad tactics and player choices on PC, Xbox 360, and PlayStation 3.
13.Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare
2007 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Xbox 360 · Mac · ★ 4.3/5 (1.9K ratings)
Fans of cinematic shooters and military simulators will appreciate this game’s intertwined storylines and intense combat on PC, Xbox 360, and Mac.
14.Doom
2016 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Xbox One · PlayStation 4 · ★ 4.3/5 (2K ratings)
This fast-paced shooter offers intense first-person combat against demons with powerful weapons and fluid movement on PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4.
15.Grand Theft Auto IV
2008 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Xbox 360 · PlayStation 3 · ★ 4.3/5 (1.9K ratings)
Players who enjoy open-world shooter adventures with crime stories and vehicle navigation will find this game engaging on PC, Xbox 360, and PlayStation 3.
16.Dishonored
2012 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Xbox 360 · PlayStation 3 · ★ 4.2/5 (1.9K ratings)
This immersive first-person RPG adventure lets players use supernatural abilities and creative combat tactics to pursue revenge on PC, Xbox 360, and PlayStation 3.
17.Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag
2013 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Xbox One · Nintendo Switch · ★ 4.2/5 (1.8K ratings)
Set in the Caribbean during the age of pirates, this adventure game offers open-world exploration and naval combat on PC, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.
18.The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
2011 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Xbox 360 · PlayStation 3 · ★ 4.2/5 (4.4K ratings)
Open-world RPG fans will enjoy exploring a vast fantasy world with freedom to play any character type and shape their adventure on PC, Xbox 360, and PlayStation 3.
19.Tomb Raider
2013 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Android · Xbox 360 · ★ 4.2/5 (2.4K ratings)
This gritty shooter adventure explores the origin of a famous heroine, combining survival and puzzle elements on PC, Android, and Xbox 360.
20.Borderlands 2
2012 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · Android · Xbox One · ★ 4.1/5 (1.9K ratings)
Fans of RPG shooters will find this game appealing for its cooperative play, diverse weapons, and quest for revenge on PC, Android, and Xbox One.
How this list is made
Games with a live new or used offer at or under $20, ranked by audience rating (at least 25 ratings). Prices come from retailer listings, change often, and are refreshed regularly; open a title to see every current offer. Summaries are written with AI assistance from each title's listing details. Read our affiliate disclosure.