It's been a strong year for console exclusives, with each console having at least one genuine smash hit to proudly lead it into the next. Still, it's fun to compare what Sony, Nintendo and Microsoft had to offer gamers that they could proudly say were exclusive to their platforms...so we've done just that in the slideshow below.

Sony vs Nintendo vs Xbox 2018 Exclusives 37 IMAGES

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Critically, here are the top 3 reviewed exclusives on IGN for each platform: God of War: 10 Shadow of the Colossus for PS4: 9.7 Forza Horizon 4: 9.6 Ashen: 8.5 State of Decay 2: 7.5 Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: 9.4 Octopath Traveler: 9.3What were your favorite exclusives this year? Sound off in the comments.