Top 10 Best First Person Shooter Games in 2021 (Doom Eternal, Call of Duty, and More)

Dubbed as one of the best first-person shooter games of all time, Doom Eternal is known for its epicness. Play as the Doom Slayer as you drive back the monstrosities from Hell that have invaded Earth. If you like gore, you will like this game. 

The explosions, big guns, and hideous monsters that are only afraid of you make this game unforgettable! 

Some players found the start of the game to be a bit draggy and a tad repetitive at times. However, they liked the overall smooth optimization, outstanding graphics, and remarkable soundtrack. They also found the heavy amount of action satisfying! 

Valorant is perfect for strategic players who like to outplay their opponents and show off their aim! Team up with your friends or random people to eliminate the opposing team using your character's hypernatural set of abilities. For reference, think Overwatch meets Counter-Strike.

Some reviewers said the game's map design and faulty matchmaking led to a lot of lag. Besides that, this free-to-play game is loved by many for its minimalist graphics and user-friendly experience. Newbies were able to pick up on the game mechanics a lot quicker than other competitive first-person shooters. 

Set in a universe with planets abused by militarized corporations, you get to play as a treasure-seeker who fights for peace in the Borderlands. Play solo or with friends to defeat the enemies terrorizing your home!

Players both on Steam and Metacritic weren't thrilled with the storyline of this Borderlands installment. Reviewers also found the character dialogues less enjoyable than the previous games. 

However, the fluid combat, graphics, and overall gameplay mechanics were a hit for new and returning fans. The endless guns and challenging boss fights also caught the interest of players! 

This game is like The Hunger Games with fancy guns as the only weapons. Each character, or Legend, has their own set of powerful skills and abilities. Fight for your squad of three players against sixty other players to become the champion of this fast-paced battle royale! 

A few reviewers reported that there is faulty matchmaking in competitive games. The skills of the players are sometimes mismatched, making the game less enjoyable. Past this, players liked how it can be played across different platforms. They also enjoyed the beautiful graphics, evolving characters, and fast-paced gameplay.

Want to test your skills against 149 other players? This free-to-play battle royale has a unique system of having to buy your character's abilities. You and your team kill, loot, and steal to get other players' cash to upgrade and purchase new items. The vast world of Verdansk is now your warzone. 

The major complaints from reviewers are about its cross-platform matchmaking; PS and Xbox gamers were not keen on fighting PC players using cheats. On the bright side, the large maps, fluid gameplay, and impressive graphics were a hit. They also liked how it appeals to both casual and hardcore gamers.

Titanfall 2 lets you team up with a "Titan" machine to carry out dangerous missions in the Frontier. You play as a militia rifleman that dreams of becoming an elite pilot. Deepen your bond with your Titan as you progress, upgrading your weapons and armor along the way! 

Some players found the multiplayer option not as enjoyable as the campaign mode. They also complained about the faulty matchmaking and small pool of players in the multiplayer scene. 

Past this, gamers loved the short, satisfying campaign mode and fluid gameplay! Players enjoyed pairing up with different Titans to become the ultimate fighting machine. Many reviewers said that Titanfall 2 is an underrated FPS game. 

Activision's free-to-play Call of Duty: Mobile has all the aspects that make Call of Duty games well-loved.  Play different game modes, from deathmatches to battle royales, on the go! Plus, they continually update the app with new content and events. 

Some users complained about the glitches and lag they experienced after some updates. Meanwhile, most gamers loved the variety of game modes, fun maps, and overall gameplay optimization. They also appreciated that it feels very similar to the console Call of Duty games.

If you're looking for a shooter game that will test your knowledge on the battlefield as realistically as possible, Escape from Tarkov is for you. The game is all about surviving in the fictional Special Economic Zone of Norvinsk through tense and realistic gunplay. Every death means you lose all your loot.

Some reviewers aid this game is hard to dive into for first-timers.  The game assumes you already know your guns, modifications, item builds, and armor before playing your first raid. 

However, hardcore FPS gamers can't get enough of this game and spend hours grinding. Players enjoyed the realism, smooth gameplay, top-notch graphics, and sounds. Plus, you can play solo or with your friends online. 

Do you want to explore endless caves and battle alien monsters as a badass space dwarf? Deep Rock Galactic is a one to four-player co-op FPS game that lets you spend your days mining caves, drinking beer, and blasting aliens with explosives and guns.

A couple of reviewers found the first few hours of the game a bit tedious and grind-heavy. Past this, many players enjoyed playing this game with their friends, saying it's an excellent co-op game. The randomized maps and fun gameplay of Deep Rock Galactic are also fan favorites. 

Want to feel like Neo in The Matrix defying gravity and dodging bullets? This is the concept of Superhot; time only moves when you do. The crystalized humanoids, minimalist aesthetic, and idea of time make this FPS game unlike any other. 

Some players disliked that there's no storyline. They also noted that it has a short campaign that can be completed under two hours before you're hit with repetition. However, many players loved the innovative game mechanics and minimalist art design.