As a long-time gaming enthusiast with over two decades of experience under my belt, I must say that these hilarious video games have left me in stitches more times than I can count! The witty dialogues, unexpected twists, and self-aware humor are what truly sets them apart from the rest.
Certain video games really shine with their humor and become surprisingly enjoyable. It’s even more delightful when games challenge conventions by crossing the fourth wall, pulling off the unexpected, or simply defying the norm. Here’s a list of some of the most hilarious video games ever made!
The top 4 funniest video games of all time
Here come the real knee-slappers!
Grim Fandango
Grim Fandango is a real classic. It came out in the late 90s, but remains a comedic masterpiece to this day. It is dark, sarcastic, and just hilarious. Especially the dialogue between Manni and Glottis made this game really entertaining.
The Stanley Parable
In The Stanley Parable, as employee number 427, Stanley, you find yourself alone in an office setting. Your task is to uncover the mystery of why all other employees have vanished. Throughout your exploration, a narrator provides commentary on your actions. Though the narrator has a predetermined narrative for you, the real humor lies in defying his script occasionally, making the game incredibly amusing.
Stanley Parable masterfully blends satire, self-referential humor, and player decision into an experience where the game consistently outsmarts you. Aware that it’s a game, it delights in poking fun at itself, its features, and the concept of choice. Each playthrough offers unique twists, ranging from strange to ominous or simply absurd. Regardless of the tone, the narrator’s witty commentary always seems tailor-made for the unfolding events.
Portal 1&2
Not only are the Portal games praised for their groundbreaking and original puzzle designs, but they also boast one of the most entertaining and witty antagonists in gaming lore – GlaDOS.
In this game, a character named GlaDOS is an artificial intelligence that accompanies you (as “Chell”) throughout a lab setting. Your role in the storyline is somewhat comparable to that of a laboratory test subject. Since your existence is considered insignificant by GlaDOS, she often speaks to you in a condescending manner. Laced with sarcasm, dark humor, and peculiarity, GlaDOS delivers some of the most hilarious lines throughout the game.
An unexpected instance might be when GlaDOS suddenly becomes angry and informs Chell that she was adopted and is overweight, out of the blue. However, let me share some cheerful phrases from GlaDOS to brighten up your day instead:
- “In fact, you did so well I’m going to note this on your file in the commendations section. Oh, there’s lots of room here.”
- “Remember before when I was talking about smelly garbage standing around being useless? That was a metaphor. I was actually talking about you.”
The South Park games
The games based on South Park frequently poke fun at the player in a humorous manner, employing their signature dark humor to do so. They often blur the line between reality and fiction by breaking the fourth wall, mirroring the satirical style we are familiar with from the popular series. Some might argue that this interactive format enhances the overall experience, making it potentially superior to the show itself (though this perspective is subjective).
As a gamer, I’d put it this way: “When I first boot up the game, it asks for my character’s name. It even has the audacity to ask, ‘Is Douchebag your pick?’, and no matter what response I give after that, the game just declares, ‘Well done, you’ve chosen Douchebag!’
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2024-10-03 16:09