Best 2024 Video Games for load times

#1 Pokemon LeafGreen and FireRed Versions
5.0

Saving is extremely fast on the Switch release, with one assessment calling it the fastest version experienced for that operation.

Pros: fun factor, faithfulness to franchise

Cons: remake/remaster quality, value for money

#2 Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
4.9

Load times and fast-travel speed are praised as quick and convenient.

Pros: combat system, content variety

Cons: pacing, movement feel

#3 The Last of Us Part II Remastered
4.8

Load times were consistently praised as much faster and a clear quality-of-life upgrade.

Pros: content variety, narrative quality

Cons: pacing

#4 Star Wars Outlaws
4.0

Console loading is described as decent, with the planet-to-space transitions doing a good job of hiding much of the waiting.

Pros: fun factor, originality

Cons: stealth mechanics, combat system

#5 Dungeons of Hinterberg
3.5

An SSD can make loading extremely quick on PC. Separately loaded sections of the village feel unnecessary to another account.

Pros: puzzle design, social features

Cons: enemy variety, polish

#6 Slitterhead
3.0

Loading times are considered ordinary rather than a notable strength or problem.

Pros: gameplay mechanics, originality

Cons: overall quality, combat system

#7 Dragon Ball FighterZ
2.0

Load times are a consistent negative where mentioned, especially around lobbies and match transitions.

Pros: combat system, accessibility options

Cons: narrative quality, matchmaking quality