Popular Games Made with Unity Engine

Unity engine supports 2D and 3D game development with the use of C# scripting language. It has some powerful features such as cross-platform build support, rendering pipeline, drag and drop function, scripting API, animation tools, and many more.

One of the notable features of Unity is its large game asset store which includes a huge collection of game assets, art designs, and templates which helps to save a lot of time for game developers.

Unity’s pivotal role in VR/AR, as an emerging technology, is monumental. As a leading game development platform, Unity simplifies the creation of complex, interactive 3D content, particularly for VR and AR environments. Its versatility allows developers to craft immersive experiences across various industries, including gaming, education, and healthcare.

Unity’s robust, user-friendly tools and extensive asset library enable creators to build detailed virtual worlds with less coding required. Furthermore, its compatibility with multiple VR and AR hardware enhances accessibility, fostering a more inclusive ecosystem. Unity’s continuous innovation in rendering, physics, and user interface design makes it indispensable in shaping the future of VR/AR technologies.

Here is a list of Unity based games that have earned immense popularity and continue to remain relevant years after their launch:

1. Monument Valley

Year: 2014
Game type: 3D puzzle
Developer: Ustwo
Budget: $852000
Platforms: iOS, Android, Windows, Windows Phone
Monument Valley is a multi-award-winning indie puzzle game released in 2014 and one of the most popular games made with Unity. Ida, the silent princess is guided by the players around the optical illusion puzzles and architectural landscapes to advance through the puzzle maze. Solving the tricky puzzles and finding the way forward is highly satisfying, and has a calming and meditative effect on the players. 3D minimalistic art, optical illusion puzzles, and amazingly handcrafted monumental structures are a treat to the eyes.

2. Beat Saber

Year: 2018
Game type: VR rhythm game
Developer: Beat Games
Budget:
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Pico 4, Windows, Oculus Quest, Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest Pro, Meta Quest 3, PlayStation 5
VR gaming is steadily becoming a popular genre to explore among avid gamers. Among the various titles, Beat Saber is a notable name that has garnered millions of users. This is one of the finest VR games made with Unity. The core loop is straightforward- the player has to slash the incoming blocks that come in sync with the beat rhythm.
The fun just gets started here as the saber and the blocks are color-coded. This gives a cue to the players on what and when to slash. The game is available on almost every VR platform. According to Wall Street Journal, Beat Saber made $255 million in its lifetime in sales till October 2022, making it one of the most popular VR games that use Unity.

3. Pokemon GO

Year: 2016
Game type: AR game
Developer: Niantic
Budget: $600K
Platforms: Android, iOS, Mac, Windows 7 and above
Any popular Unity games list remains incomplete with the mention of Pokemon GO which was introduced in 2016. It is one of the first games to use AR mapping throughout the gameplay extensively. Niantic and The Pokemon Company used the Unity engine to build the game. This mobile-centric game continues to generate noteworthy revenue through in-game purchases, consistently. The game was such a success that it eventually led to many imitators. The core loop of the game was very simple where the player needed to explore and walk to find more pokemons. This effectively blended reality and the imaginary world which is highly addictive to the players.

4. Ori and the Blind Forest

Year: 2015
Game type: platform-adventure Metroidvania video game
Developer: Moon Studios
Budget: $6 million
Platforms: Windows, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
The first word that strikes the mind as you lay your eyes on the game environment of Ori and the Blind Forest is mesmerizing. It was among the first indie Metroidvania video games that follows Ori the guardian spirit who explores the forest. The game is particularly praised for its captivating graphics and strongly-knit storyline. The art style of the game is the primary attraction which is 2D, unlike most Unity games which are designed in 3D. The eerie bluish forest and the glowing white spirit and its wispy friend have a feel-good effect on the player.

5. Untitled Goose Game

Year: 2019
Game type: Stealth/Puzzle
Developer: House House
Budget:
Platforms: macOS, Nintendo Switch, Windows, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One
The slapstick stealth puzzle game revolves around a clumsy goose that makes the lovely morning of the villagers a horrible nightmare. The game looks like a picture book and the characters look like they come out of a cartoon. Villagers are the enemy of the goose, and it troubles them by pulling pranks and disturbing them in every way possible. Honk honk of the goose is hilarious as hell. People getting irritated by the goose and the shouting is very much amusing when you play the game. Earlier it was only a single-player game. Later the game developers introduced double-player mode — so you can enjoy chasing the villagers with your goose friend.

6. Cuphead

Year: 2017
Game type: Run & Gun / Platform
Developer: Studio MDHR
Budget:
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows, and macOS
Anyone looking for an interesting action game with a touch of nostalgia can go for Cuphead. It is a classic run-and-gun action game inspired by 1930s cartoon style. Cuphead is a project of passion and hard work, where the game artists beautifully handcrafted 50,000 frames over four years, using cel-shading art. The gameplay is quite tricky, but it manages to keep the players interesting enough to try once again. The other awesome features of the game are its colorful watercolor background and the retro jazz music that will take a toll on the players.

7. Crossy Road

Year: 2014
Game type: arcade game
Developer: Hipster Whale
Budget: $40000 approximately
Platforms: Android, iOS, tvOS, and Windows Phone
Crossy Roads – Endless Arcade Hopper is an endless runner game where the player assists the characters to cross the road safely. The game is very popular among kids and even the parents love the game. It has an interesting choice of characters including Frankenstein’s monster, a ghost, a vampire, and a zombie. If these characters get hit by any vehicle (car or truck) or fall into the water, they will die instantly — but it is more cartoon-like and does not include the blood bath from getting hit. With in-app purchases or watching ads, the players can unlock more amazing characters and the game can make the players quite addicted over time.

8. Outer Wilds

Year: 2019
Game type: action-adventure games
Developer: Mobius Digital
Budget: $28 million
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Series S, and Microsoft Windows
Embarking in your little spaceship, flying around, and exploring the mysteries of space, leaves you with an alluring experience. The eye-captivating artwork, realistic physics, and advanced gameplay mechanics are some of the most notable features of the game. Special mention goes to the game’s audio and soundtrack which makes Outer Wilds all the more a remarkable journey for the players. Giant Bomb, The Guardian, Polygon, and Eurogamer named it the “Game of the Year 2019” and apart from that the game has also received multiple awards.

9. Escape from Tarkov

Year: 2017 (beta version)
Game type: Action / RPG
Developer: Battlestate Games
Budget:
Platforms: PC-exclusive
This is a popular first-person shooter designed using Unity. The game combines survival elements, battle royale, and RPG elements to create a unique experience. It is one of the prime examples of massively multiplayer game development using Unity. The graphics and challenging gameplay make it one of the games made using the Unity engine.

10. Hollow Knight

Year: 2017
Game type: 2D action-adventure
Developer: Team Cherry
Budget: $15 million
Platforms: Windows, Linux, macOS, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
The Hollow Knight is another 2D video game created using Unity. This action-adventure game has challenging levels that create a captivating and immersive experience for the players. The insectoid warrior travels through the ruined kingdom which is affected by a magical disease. The art form is captivating with a large number of bosses to combat against.

Unity3D engine is one of the powerful choices that makes game development easy for game developers, especially for beginners and indie game developers. It supports both 2D and 3D graphics. Since its development in 2005, Unity Engine has gone through many updates, offering a variety of video game development services.

Many Unity games display aesthetically pleasing and eye-captivating features to set them apart. Its usage in game development is limitless. With the help of Unity3D, you can even create VR and AR games.

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