Name That Game (June 2, 2026): Full Quiz Answers, Reader Poll Results, and the State of Play Connection

Note: This quiz publishes a day early to prep for State of Play. Though dated June 2, it went live on June 1 at 6:00 AM EDT, standard practice for the series, similar to crossword puzzles.

The Quiz Breakdown, All 10 Questions and Answers

The June 2 edition of “Name That Game” offers three difficulty modes, Easy (15 seconds per question), Medium (10 seconds), and Hard (5 seconds), and a tagline that teases two standout titles: “a dimension-shifting retro puzzle platformer” (Fez) and “a deeply personal narrative anthology voyage” (The Beginner’s Guide). Here is the full answer key for all 10 questions, with a brief look at each game’s place in the gaming landscape.

Question 1: Elex The screenshot shows the gritty sci-fantasy world of Piranha Bytes’ 2017 open-world RPG, a cult blend of science fiction and fantasy in a post-apocalyptic setting. Options included Fallout 4, The Outer Worlds, and Technomancer.

Question 2: Fighting Game (Answer Uncertain, Reader Tip Inside) This question presents a screenshot from an unnamed fighting game, with options Virtua Fighter 5, Dead or Alive 5, Tekken 6, and Street Fighter IV. At the time of writing, the answer cannot be confirmed from available data. For a savvy guess, look for character cues: if the image shows a fighter in a white gi, it may be Ryu from Street Fighter IV; if you spot a ninja or arctic stage, it could point to Virtua Fighter 5 or Tekken 6 respectively. Check the quiz’s official answer key for final confirmation.

Question 3: Fez The “dimension-shifting retro puzzle platformer” is unmistakably Fez, the 2012 indie classic from Polytron Corporation that uses 2D-to-3D rotation to warp perspectives. Options included Monument Valley, The Witness, and Poly Bridge.

Question 4: Diablo II A screenshot of combat in the iconic action-RPG gives away Diablo II (often played via the 2021 remaster), the genre-defining title that still commands a dedicated player base. The unlucky alternatives were Path of Exile, Grim Dawn, and Torchlight II.

Question 5: Still Wakes the Deep Released in 2024 by The Chinese Room, this horror game set on an oil rig is instantly recognizable from its cabin interior shot, a testament to the studio’s atmospheric storytelling. Other choices were Amnesia: The Bunker, SOMA, and Dead Space.

Question 6: The Beginner’s Guide Davey Wreden’s deeply personal narrative walking sim from 2015 is the correct answer. The screenshot of a brick house is a dead giveaway to anyone who has wandered its introspective halls. Options included Superliminal, Portal, and What Remains of Edith Finch.

Question 7: Splatoon 2 Nintendo’s colorful 2017 shooter is easy to spot by its ink-splattered style and the Inner Agent 3 image, a perfect example of the studio’s innovative team shooter that swaps bullets for turf wars. The incorrect picks were Ninjala, Knockout City, and Foamstars.

Question 8: Shovel Knight Yacht Club Games’ modern retro platformer (2014) stands out with its pixel art and checkpoint icon, a modern indie classic that revived 8-bit platforming with tight controls. Rivals were The Messenger, Mega Man 11, and Cyber Shadow.

Question 9: Tyranny Obsidian’s choice-driven CRPG from 2016 is the answer. The moody screenshot titled “tyranny-kills-in-shadow.jpg” helped distinguish it from Torment: Tides of Numenera, Pillars of Eternity, and Divinity: Original Sin II. It’s a game where player choices reshape a conquered world, offering a fresh take on moral ambiguity.

Question 10: Fall Guys Mediatonic’s chaotic battle royale from 2020 rounds out the list. Options included Stumble Guys, Gang Beasts, and Human: Fall Flat, none of which have the same bean-shaped charm. This colorful party game became a cultural phenomenon during the pandemic.

The Reader Poll and the Summer Showcase Surge

Beyond the 10 puzzles, the quiz features a reader poll asking which June showcase has the community most excited. The results reflect a clear front-runner: PlayStation State of Play (June 2) leads with 44.8 percent of the vote, followed by Xbox Games Showcase (June 7) at 28.9 percent, and Summer Game Fest (June 5) at 26.4 percent.

State of Play’s commanding lead is no surprise. Sony has announced a 60-minute event headlined by Marvel’s Wolverine, along with updates on other PS5 exclusives. The showcase kicks off what many are calling “Summer Showcase Week,” making the poll a natural tie-in for the quiz’s June 2 publication date.

A Warm-Up for the Biggest Week in Gaming

The June 2 edition of “Name That Game” offers both a fun brain-teaser and a snapshot of the current gaming landscape. Whether you aced the quiz or missed a few, the answers are now mostly locked in, and the real test begins with PlayStation State of Play later today. As the showcase season unfolds, keep an eye on GameRant for daily quizzes that keep you sharp. After all, with Marvel’s Wolverine, Summer Game Fest, and the Xbox showcase all on the horizon, you will need all the trivia prowess you can muster.