Collider ranks video games by the creativity, depth and execution of their “power systems” — the mechanics that define how players act and solve problems. It argues that the strongest systems offer meaningful choice, reward mastery and make a game’s central fantasy more distinctive.

– Monster Hunter: World is praised for its 14 weapon types, each creating a different skill-based playstyle.
– Dishonored is highlighted for supernatural powers that can be creatively combined to solve problems.
– Prey is noted for Neuromods, which let players gain abilities including alien-like transformations.