5 amazing games that were almost ruined by one frustrating mechanic

These games were nearly perfect, and could've become absolute masterpieces had it not been for one mechanic that threatened to unravel it all.

Jun 12, 2025 - 18:53
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5 amazing games that were almost ruined by one frustrating mechanic

Very few games in the world get everything right, down to the last minute detail. Sure, we know that, and we often let a lot of things pass because the gameplay loops are either just so enjoyable, or the stories they tell are unforgettable. However, some games are so good that some of their decisions become downright baffling. I'm talking about games that do almost everything right — the world, the systems, the story, the gameplay — but then throw in one baffling feature that feels like it came from a completely different game.