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These are the most exciting, promising games coming out of E3 according to GameSpot's editors, and the ones we're most excited to play more of. When deciding these, our only condition is that gameplay must be shown off--so trailers don't count. Regardless, here's our results.

Star Wars Battlefront

Star Wars Battlefront has been a long time coming for Star Wars game fans, ourselves included. Seeing the new gameplay at E3 2015 depicting famous battle at Hoth was incredibly exciting to see in action. With more historical Star Wars battles promised to be on the way, we certainly can't wait to jump into the game with laser blasters blazing when it launches in November.

Just Cause 3

Just Cause 3 is looking exactly like what you'd expect it to be. But that's part of the appeal. Where else can you play a game where you can blow up military complexes, grapple hook onto active missiles, or fly a jet into the statue of an evil dictator? These reasons among many others are why Just Cause 3 is one of the best games we saw at E3 2015.

Fallout 4

Fallout 4's debut gameplay was finally shown, and we are super looking forward to getting our hands on it. Set in Boston, Massachusetts, the game is filled to the brim with new features, including weapon modification, base building, mod support, and more. If you're fan of RPGs, Fallout 4 is absolutely a game that you need keep an eye on.

Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain

Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain still has us very excited. Innovating the franchise with its open world structure, base building mechanics, and emphasis on stealth exploration, Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain is shaping up to be the best game in the series so far. We seriously can't wait to play it once it launches in September.

Rise of the Tomb Raider

After watching the E3 2015 Rise of the Tomb Raider gameplay, there is no doubt that the game looks absolutely wonderful. Its wintry tundras and ancient tombs complimented by its tense dramatic set-pieces make the game a marvelous display of gaming. Rise of the Tomb Raider had our curiosity at first, but now it certainly has our attention.

Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Wildlands

Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: WIldlands came as a surprise when it was revealed at the end of the Ubisoft E3 2015 press conference. It takes the series' signature tactical multiplayer gameplay and plants it into an open world setting. It's quite an unexpected move for the series, and this new Ghost Recon has us super intrigued

Halo 5: Guardians

We finally got to check out Halo 5: Guardians at E3 this year, and there's no denying the series' pedigree. The game takes the series' classic gameplay and innovates it with its new cooperative elements and MOBA-like Warzone multiplayer mode. Without a doubt, Halo 5: Guardians is definitely one of our top picks.

Horizon: Zero Dawn

Guerrilla Games' new IP Horizon: Zero Dawn is an open world game that has seized our attention. The game offers a unique aesthetic spin mixing natural world characters with sci-fi robotic creatures. From what was shown at E3, we are very excited to see what more comes of Horizon: Zero Dawn in the coming months.

Uncharted 4: A Thief's End

Uncharted 4: A Thief's End's E3 2015 gameplay once again delivered on the series' non-stop trademark set-pieces. It was a shining example of why Naughty Dog is one of the best developers around at constructing amazing action sequences. Without a doubt, Uncharted 4: A Thief's End was one of the strongest showings this year.

The Last Guardian

Sony's E3 2015 press conference saw the return of The Last Guardian, a game that has been absent from E3 since 2009. And the game looks even more impressive than it did when we first saw it. Featuring Fumito Ueda's signature poetic feel and puzzle based gameplay, The Last Guardian is looking to be one of our most anticipated titles of 2016.

Minecraft Hololens

The Minecraft Hololens stage demonstration was one of the most impressive things we saw at E3 2015. What was shown was an interactive area of Minecraft displayed onto a table that could be modified in real time. It was one of the most unique displays of VR we've ever seen. You really need to see it to believe it.

Super Mario Maker

Super Mario Maker lets players create and customize their own levels across different Mario styles throughout Nintendo history. The realm of possibility offered by the game alone makes it one of the most charming and captivating showings at E3 2015.

Mirror's Edge: Catalyst

Mirror's Edge: Catalyst is a solid pick for us at E3 2015. Scrapping the linear level design of its predecessor, Mirror's Edge: Catalyst is going full open world. Players can now freely parkhour through the series' signature primary colored totalitarian world to their heart's content. If that doesn't get you excited, then we don't know what will.

Destiny: The Taken King

Destiny's ever expanding universe of content is getting another expansion this year. Previous packs gave us interesting content in the past, but The Taken King is going even further with new subclasses, weapons, and maps. From what we played at E3 2015, we can't wait to sink our teeth into what's in store.

XCOM 2

XCOM 2 is a sequel that we've been waiting on for quite some time. It's E3 2015 showings made it clear that its tough turn-based battles and even tougher moral choices are back again. From what we got to play at E3 2015, it looks like the previous game's issues are appearing to be addressed. Regardless, XCOM 2 is looking to show a whole lot of promise.

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Ubisoft is on fire with its running string of new game reveals at the end of their E3 press conferences, and this year's was as exciting as any other. Among the finales we've seen over the past few years, we hadn't seen Ubisoft reveal an existing franchise in a new genre, until they did just that yesterday.

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Halo 5: Guardians' Warzone multiplayer mode is a worthy test of one’s focus and ability to adapt. Whether influenced by the growing popularity of online battle arenas or not, 343 Industries knew that it’s not enough for Halo 5 to rely solely on a traditional suite of familiar and novelty modes. Warzone hones in on the appeal of multi-phase adversarial combat, something that the Battlefield series has utilized for years.

Warzone marks a notable, albeit unsurprising change for the series and more importantly, a change that complements the foundation of Halo’s long-revered multiplayer. The match I played started off simply enough: liberate a UNSC base from Promethean occupation. I haven’t faced off against these bio-mechanical-ethereal warriors since the release of Halo 4 so it’s refreshing to once again disintegrate these foes into fading glimmers of light. With the base cleaned out and my initial kills under the belt, my team and I were on our way to unlocking the weapons and vehicles that weren’t immediately available at the start of the battle. It’s typical in-match progression rewards.

The next phase was to take over three neutral outposts, which is also when you clash against human opposition. A PvE skirmish then becomes a PvE-PvP hybrid match. This essentially turns the battle into a Conquest mode. By now, I managed to earn access to my preferred field weapon: the sniper rifle. I complemented this upgrade by summoning a Covenant Ghost from my base’s garage. While not the most potent armed transport available, was in the mood for its speed and maneuverability. Being able to run over a couple opponents is a welcome bonus.

With each of the three outposts claimed, the third and final phase of the match started: boss fights. Conquest-style matches have enough to keep you busy, whether it’s defending your outpost or going rogue on a vindictive kill streak. You’re doing whatever you can to help your team reach the score goal; in this match’s case, it’s 1000 points. The bosses range from flying vehicles to hulking beasts inspired by Halo’s Brutes. Defeating any of these can result in a lead change, even more so if you can also take over all three previously-neutral outposts. Again, you’ve never short of goals. Would you be most useful focusing on one objective or should you spread your contributions evenly throughout the map?

The Halo franchise was born out of a single player campaign, but it matured thanks to its multiplayer. With over a decade’s worth of competitive modes in Halo, Warzone is a promising addition to multiplayer, especially for those who find Slayer too straightforward.

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Halo 5: Guardians' Warzone multiplayer mode is a worthy test of one’s focus and ability to adapt. Whether influenced by the growing popularity of online battle arenas or not, 343 Industries knew that it’s not enough for Halo 5 to rely solely on a traditional suite of familiar and novelty modes. Warzone hones in on the appeal of multi-phase adversarial combat, something that the Battlefield series has utilized for years.

Warzone marks a notable, albeit unsurprising change for the series and more importantly, a change that complements the foundation of Halo’s long-revered multiplayer. The match I played started off simply enough: liberate a UNSC base from Promethean occupation. I haven’t faced off against these bio-mechanical-ethereal warriors since the release of Halo 4 so it’s refreshing to once again disintegrate these foes into fading glimmers of light. With the base cleaned out and my initial kills under the belt, my team and I were on our way to unlocking the weapons and vehicles that weren’t immediately available at the start of the battle. It’s typical in-match progression rewards.

The next phase was to take over three neutral outposts, which is also when you clash against human opposition. A PvE skirmish then becomes a PvE-PvP hybrid match. This essentially turns the battle into a Conquest mode. By now, I managed to earn access to my preferred field weapon: the sniper rifle. I complemented this upgrade by summoning a Covenant Ghost from my base’s garage. While not the most potent armed transport available, was in the mood for its speed and maneuverability. Being able to run over a couple opponents is a welcome bonus.

With each of the three outposts claimed, the third and final phase of the match started: boss fights. Conquest-style matches have enough to keep you busy, whether it’s defending your outpost or going rogue on a vindictive kill streak. You’re doing whatever you can to help your team reach the score goal; in this match’s case, it’s 1000 points. The bosses range from flying vehicles to hulking beasts inspired by Halo’s Brutes. Defeating any of these can result in a lead change, even more so if you can also take over all three previously-neutral outposts. Again, you’ve never short of goals. Would you be most useful focusing on one objective or should you spread your contributions evenly throughout the map?

The Halo franchise was born out of a single player campaign, but it matured thanks to its multiplayer. With over a decade’s worth of competitive modes in Halo, Warzone is a promising addition to multiplayer, especially for those who find Slayer too straightforward.