Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy was quite the unexpected hit for many in 2021. Featuring a single player adventure that focused heavily on narrative features and the story of Peter Quill becoming the leader of the popular space-faring group, the game received critical praise following its release. It even went on to win the best narrative award at the 2021 Game Awards. For many, the game was a dark horse of 2021, as few expected it to be as well-received as it was.