It is a well-known fact that everyone loves games. Whether we are talking about single-player, multi-player, or online games – people simply enjoy them, and everyone has their own preferences. That is why studios did their best to provide us – the players – with a wide variety of genres; so there is something for everyone. Ontario and its players are no different – people love the games – especially if they are online games that they can play with their friends and meet new people. And, Ontario players have their own preferences regarding genres, and that is why we are going to go through several largest and most popular online game genres in the province.
1) Shooter Games
Shooters and action games have always taken a higher place on popular game lists, as they simply bring excitement. What’s more, shooter games are highly competitive and people can truly test their skills in many of them. Shooter games are weapon-based and involve fighting, building and leveling weapons, playing in teams or player vs player. There are many combinations in this genre and the games often have different environments. There is plenty of storytelling in these games, balanced with dynamic mechanics and a lot of excitement. Some of the most popular titles include Counter-Strike, Fortnite, Gears of War, Call of Duty, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege, and many others.
2) Casino Games
Casino games – especially online casino games – have gone through a massive expansion in the past few years. More and more people are showing interest in this genre of games, mostly because they have become highly accessible now that they are online. The demand is rising, and due to that rise, we can see plenty of casinos emerging every year. The situation in Ontario is no different – especially because this province was the first to regulate online gaming in 2022. Since then, online casinos in Ontario have boomed and there are now over 65 licensed and regulated operators.
What’s more, people simply love the excitement and diversity of games they can get at online casinos. That is another reason why this genre has really stepped up the ladder. And some of the most iconic and popular games include titles such as Buffalo Hold and Win, TNT Bonanza, Queens of Africa, and many others.
3) RPGs – Role-Playing Games
If you are more into character development and deep narratives – then RPGs are the genre for you. Even though RPGs are mostly single-player games without an online option, their popularity simply forced the market to develop online RPGs. In these games, you can immerse in the exciting storytelling and build your character to fight the enemies and finish the stories. You can play them on your own, but playing with other people makes the game even more fun. Some of the popular titles that have existed for quite a while now are Guild Wars 2 and Neverwinter – and those are still played and updated regularly. A fairly newer title is the Deep Rock Galactica which brings a special feel due to its fun graphics and theme. Other popular titles are Diablo Immortal, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Lost Ark, and many more.
4) MOBAs – Multiplayer Online Battle Arenas
Even though this genre is an older one, it is still popular to this day. The MOBA has an interesting history as it started as a mod for popular titles such as Age of Empires, Warcraft, Red Alert, and StarCraft. When these mods appeared, they brought great results in converting a new format – multiplayer games. Today, the maps in the game are pretty much standardized into balanced ‘arenas’ and they are usually played in teams (5 vs. 5). Each team can pick their own heroes (characters) and fight the other team to take charge of their base. MOBAs are truly action-packed and everything happens fast – but that doesn’t mean you don’t need a strategy. Some of the battles get so intense and strategized that people often compare MOBAs to chess! This genre is a true test of cooperative and team play with an emphasis on tactics and player modes. And, the most popular titles in MOBA are still Dota 2 and League of Legends – two games that have been updated and played for years now.
Ontario players love the online games – just like the rest of the world. Online games bring many benefits – especially when it comes to the social aspect. Plus, these games bring plenty of great stories, amazing graphics, so many different ways to build your characters, and above all, to have loads of fun.