While many quests are simply "filler", others give you an experience that you'll never forget. Here are our absolute favorites!
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Welcome to our gallery of the 15 most epic quests in video games! It's impossible to be truly objective, but this light-hearted opinion piece celebrates our favorite quests. Explore the list and share your own favorite mentors in the comments!
15. Starcraft: Agent of the Swarm
The first time we see Kerrigan as part of the Zerg, the mission dialogue with Raynor and Edmund Duke perfectly captures the shock they’re feeling. This moment marks the rise of one of the most iconic villains in gaming history. | © Blizzard
14. Cyberpunk 2077: The Hunt
Saving a child's life might sound like a typical hero’s quest, but in the world of Cyberpunk, there are no real heroes. This mission is a perfect way to dive into the gritty world of Cyberpunk 2077, and with its unexpected plot twists, it’s anything but dull. | © CD Projekt Red
13. Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare: All Ghillied Up
Maybe it’s because it’s such a different kind of mission for CoD that it stands out, but sneaking through Russia with a buddy and a sniper shows how CoD can handle the quiet moments. And in the second half? You’re the one being hunted, and the classic CoD action kicks back in. | © Activision
12. Elden Ring: Ranni’s Quest line
This questline really captures the tragic yet magical world of Elden Ring. By the end, you’re treated to an epic cutscene and get your hands on one of the game’s most iconic weapons. | © FromSoftware
11. Uncharted 3: Stowaway
Sneaking onto a plane, fighting a guy on an open ramp mid-flight, and then crash-landing in the middle of a desert—this is probably the most over-the-top mission out there. But honestly, that’s exactly what we love about Uncharted. | © Naughty Dog
10. Chrono Trigger: Robo’s Side quest
In the future, most of humanity is wiped out, so a group of friends heads to where the machines were created. Then, they find out one of them might be a double agent, out to learn about humans just to destroy them. Yikes. | © Squre Enix
9. Far Cry 3 - Weed plantation
Burning down an entire weed plantation while blasting a wild dubstep track by Skrillex—this is action gameplay at its peak. Crazy guns, crazy music, and a wild mission target. | © Ubisoft
8. Titanfall 2 -Time travel
Titanfall 2 still ranks as one of the best shooter campaigns, and one big reason is the mission where you get a gauntlet that lets you time-travel with a button press. It’s not just handy for pulling off cool tactics in fights; it’s also key for navigating those tricky jumping sections. | © EA
7. Red Dead Redemption 2: Assault on Braithwaite Manor
In an epic showdown with the Braithwaites, you and your gang storm their mansion and shoot your way through. It’s got a cinematic feel with a hint of Django vibes—easily the best mission in the game. | © Rockstar
6. Halo 2 - Metropolis
Fight through one of the most epic shooter levels ever made, using a tank, Warthog, and Banshee to blast your way through the city with the Marines by your side. | © Microsoft
5. Fallout New Vegas: Come Fly With Me
It’s basically a space launch attempt by a bunch of ghouls, but like everything in Fallout, there’s so much more to uncover. This side quest is a perfect example of what makes Fallout: New Vegas and its wild world so unique. | © Bethesda
4. Grand Theft Auto II: Hot Dog Homicide!
A meat processing company strikes a deal with the Russian mafia to supply them with cheap meat. And the source? Yep, a busload of people you picked up from different stops. As a "reward," you get to watch them go through a grinder. Peak early GTA. | © Rockstar
3. Mass Effect II - Suicide Mission
Throughout the game, you build up your crew and upgrade your ship, all leading to this suicide mission. You’ve got to boost your crew’s morale and skills, so your team makes it out alive. The entire game builds up to this moment, and it absolutely delivers. | © Bioware
The Witcher 3: Family Matters
One of the darkest quests in recent years. At first, it seems like you're just helping the Baron find his wife and daughter, but it ends with you having to either lift a curse or kill an undead monstrosity. The whole story around the Baron's family is just heartbreaking. | © CD Projekt Red
1. Final Fantasy VII - Vincent
The quest to unlock Vincent might be just a side mission, but it reveals so much about Shinra and their experiments. And what you learn from this mission adds so much depth and meaning to the rest of the game, which is one of the best games of all time. Also, it's simply incredibly good fun. | © Square Enix
While many quests are simply "filler", others give you an experience that you'll never forget. Here are our absolute favorites!
