Collider selects ten video games it considers exceptionally well written, arguing that strong dialogue, distinctive characters and thought-provoking narratives have become central to the medium. The article presents the choices in no particular order and focuses on how writing can elevate games across genres.

– 'Dragon Age: Origins' (2009): praised for its character depth, companion interactions and witty dialogue within a fantasy role-playing story.
– 'The Stanley Parable' (2013): highlighted for its adaptive, sarcastic narrator and inventive response to player defiance.
– 'SOMA' (2015): recognised for using horror and science fiction to explore consciousness and existential questions.