Let's be honest. We all have at least one video game that we're slightly embarrassed about playing. Maybe you like to bust out some sweet dance moves in your living room, but the idea of being caught dancing in public is the stuff your nightmares are made of. Maybe you're obsessed with games with graphic violence like Grand Theft Auto or Hotline Miami, but occasionally like to kick back with the likes of Yoshi or Kirby. Or perhaps you consider yourself to be a hardcore gamer, but every now and then you find yourself playing one of the top selling casual games in your phone's app store?

Whatever the case is, we all have our guilty pleasures. Sometimes they are games that might be considered kids' games or perhaps they are games that come off as too girly for a male fanbase. Sometimes, they are actually games that are simply just not that good, but you can't help but love to play them anyway. The video game industry is full of guilty pleasures, and here are 15 of those guilty pleasures that you may (or may not) want to admit playing.

15 Final Fantasy X-2

Final Fantasy X-2 has the honor of being the first official sequel to a core title in the Final Fantasy series. Unlike its predecessor Final Fantasy X, this sequel features a much smaller cast with a very different battle system, focusing on the job system of previous entries. Oh, and the main cast is entirely composed of females.

Unlike the more recent Final Fantasy XV that had an entire party formed with male leads, this game focuses entirely on the concept of sisterhood and obviously has a more feminine tone than most triple-A games on the market with its pop soundtrack and different costumes to dress up in. This more than likely turned off more male gamers, but there's no denying that Final Fantasy X-2 is a great game with a unique battle system and interesting storyline. Don't let YuRiPa's girly antics throw you off; this game is just as good as many of the core entries in the series.

14 Sonic The Hedgehog (Series)

Sonic the Hedgehog sped into our hearts, easily starting what we now know as the "console wars." He was the first real contender against Nintendo's flagship mascot Mario and was able to compete admirably, going in a different direction focusing less on regular platforming and more on speed and attitude, giving players something different than what Nintendo was offering.

Unfortunately, Sonic's momentum came to a halt once games started transitioning to 3D. After the release of Sonic the Hedgehog (2006) which was meant to revitalize the series, many realized that Sonic's popularity was about to spiral down quickly as game after game was released, often being more disappointing than the last. They started focusing more and more on playing as his friends rather than the "Blue Blur" himself, strange storylines, weapon-oriented gameplay, and gave Sonic a human love interest. Despite many of the hedgehog's problems, his games still manage to be somewhat entertaining, if not a bit technically broken. Not every game has been a complete disaster with the likes of Sonic Generations and most likely the upcoming Sonic Mania, but there's no doubt that the franchise has had a few hiccups along the way.

13 Dance Dance Revolution

Arcades are heavily dying down in North America and the Dance Dance Revolution series seems to be waning in popularity along with it. There was a time, however, when people would line up in front of these arcade machines, not only waiting for their turn to show off their moves, but also to simply gawk at those that could complete "Max 300" on the hardest difficulty.

Though dancing was a very loose term in regards to this game (easier modes looked more like line dancing while the most difficult modes made it look like the player was scrambling their way over hot coals), Dance Dance Revolution is the rhythm game that laid the groundwork for future music games to come. Though successful, the game definitely carried a negative stigma along with it as some diehard fans spent their weekends marking their territory on the machines. While many onlookers would be mesmerized by their mobility and speed on the dance pad, others would consider them to be nothing more than geeks. Despite some negative backlash, Dance Dance Revolution players had no shame in their game as they willingly played in public's eye not caring what anyone thought of them.

12 Octodad: Dadliest Catch

Not all games are created equal. Some are bad and some are good, yet Octodad: Dadliest Catch is in a category all its own. The game is so bad, it's actually good. Focusing on gameplay that would otherwise be terrible under any other concept, the game features clumsy controls as you navigate Octodad through various levels while trying to blend in with your environment as the civilians and even Octodad's family have no idea that he's... well, an octopus trying to blend in with human society.

Everything about this game is silly while trying to get Octodad to pour his own cup of coffee to mowing the lawn. Octodad can barely do anything right, yet the premise is so hilariously awkward that you can't help but to enjoy the game, ignoring its often very frustrating gameplay. Dadliest Catch isn't actually a good game by any means, but its sense of humor and quirky gameplay make it something worth checking out if only for the game's niche sense of humor.

11 FarmVille

Even though it seems like they have been around for decades, social media sites like Facebook and Twitter were really only finding their footing at the beginning of the millennium. What was once a simple means of keeping in touch with old friends soon became a social media juggernaut which almost seems to dominate our daily lives. Though Zynga's FarmVille lacks the user base that it contained in its earlier years, it was one of the first wildly successful games on social media, yet will often be remembered as a nuisance for those who just weren't into it.

Much like the Harvest Moon series or more modern games like Stardew Valley, FarmVille tasked the player with caring for their own farm. As the player progressed, they'd gain experience to make expand their farm even further getting new tools, crops, and animals. This eventually came at a small literal cost as players would have to shovel up real world currency or they could invite their Facebook friends to play, inviting them to their farm to help raise it as well. Unfortunately, this became more of an annoyance to others, and it wouldn't be uncommon to read a Facebook status shouting "stop sending me FarmVille requests!" making more people bothered by the mere concept of the game rather than playing it. It's one thing to have a guilty pleasure and entirely another thing to push it on others.

10 Candy Crush Saga

Another popular game by Zynga which also gets its roots from Facebook, Candy Crush Saga is another example of a casual game gone viral. On Facebook, Candy Crush follows a similar structure to other Facebook games where you can invite your friends to play to help complete certain boards. Candy Crush Saga blew up on app stores for both iOS and Android as a simple matching puzzle game that almost anyone could play, yet like most other Zynga games, there was a hidden cost.

Despite being able to play through the game without spending a penny, many levels in this casual game could be completed with the help of different moves that would also be purchased with real world currency. Because of how accessible the game was, Candy Crush Saga dominated the "freemium" market and remains fairly popular today. Heck, it even got its own game show hosted by Mario Lopez. Although the majority of players simply play the game for free, a small percentage are willing to dish out serious cash to clear levels and reach the next. Although addicting, you may not want to admit to blowing your hard earned cash on this game.

9 Parappa The Rapper

Parappa the Rapper may not have been the first rhythm game to grace video game consoles but it was certainly the most notable with its cast of colorful characters, humorous dialogue, and unique gameplay. You rap your way through six stages with timed button presses following your teacher's beat on each level, with the intention of rapping "good" or "cool" by the end of each stage all in the hopes of winning over Parappa's love interest, Sunny Funny. Sure, the game seemed to lack any recognition of actual rhythm, but trying to get through each level while creating your own beat was half the fun.

The game screams that it's a kids game right from the box art to its ending credits, but despite the gamer's age, there is no denying that Parappa the Rapper along with its sequel and spinoff UmJammer Lammy have a certain charm that other rhythm games lack. As much as I love PaRappa the Rapper, I still can't help but get slightly embarrassed when iTunes decides to shuffle "Chop Chop Master Onion's RAP" into the mix when I have friends in the car.

"Kick! Punch! It's all in the mind!"

8 Dead Or Alive Xtreme (Series)

What is there to say really about the Dead or Alive Xtreme series? What's marketed as a beach volleyball game is really just a reason to ogle at the girls from the Dead or Alive series. Obviously marketed toward men, this game lacks a single playable male character from the fighting games and is all about the ladies.

The gameplay ranges from the mediocre to the bizarre, centering around beach volleyball all the way to a butt bouncing mini-game. In between different mini-games, you can spend your time snapping photos or changing costumes for the girls. Even though it is advertised as a "volleyball" game, volleyball barely takes center stage in this game and is really just a way to showcase some well endowed digital girls with its own unique jiggle physics included... even if the bouncing seems to get a little out of control sometimes. At least if anyone sees this game on your shelf, you might be able to convince them that you're just really into volleyball.

7 Pokémon (Series)

It's been twenty years since Pokémon first graced our Game Boys, yet it seems like just yesterday we were trying to capture the original 151 pocket monsters. Even though the game still remains popular today, the initial fan base for the series has... grown up quite a bit.

Pokémon is something that is likely to remain popular for a while and will most likely be a mainstay in the gaming universe and Nintendo's catalogue, unlike other franchises that tend to fall off the radar. But to people that aren't gamers, you'll most likely be met with looks of judgement upon announcing your fandom for the series, being lectured that it's nothing more than a kids' game. Undeniably, it is a hard argument to fight when five-year-olds are walking around in Pikachu t-shirts. However, the games still have a large adult following and even if people don't publicly admit it, you're probably not the only Pokéfreak out there.

6 Rock Band/Guitar Hero (Series)

I remember the first time I played a Guitar Hero demo in a local Best Buy. I bought it instantly and brought it back to play with my college roommates and we were hooked. That soon escalated into the creation of Rock Band, which offered the full experience of being in an actual band, minus any actual musical knowledge. While many berated the games as being silly and saying time could be better spent actually learning to play a real guitar, Guitar Hero and Rock Band did exactly what video games are supposed to do. They gave a virtual experience that placed us in the shoes of someone that were weren't. In this case, a rock star.

Even though both of these series have released new versions in recent years, the success of these games seem to be a thing of the past as many gamers have either grown tired of them or are sick of plastic instruments cluttering their homes. The games are still great to play, even today, but the band genre seems to be something that people no longer share an interest in and playing Rock Band this day and age might make it tricky to find three other band mates. It's okay. Looking back, none of us looked as cool as we thought we did.

5 Wii Sports

Wii Sports launched to critical acclaim and became one of the best selling video games of all time, partially due to being packed in with earlier versions of Wii consoles. Nintendo has always been better about catering toward the casual gamer market, yet Wii Sports really hit the mark when it released back in 2006. It seemed like just about anybody could pick up and play this game with its simplistic yet intuitive controls from your five-year-old nephew to your elderly grandma. Wii Sports was accessible to all.

Over the years, the Wii got a lot of shovelware and games that simply didn't match up to Nintendo's standard of unique games. It was a console that became known for being less about the hardcore gamer and more about the less experienced one. Wii Sports managed to tackle both styles of gamers, and it still holds up today surprisingly well and still gets turned on in my household from time to time. If you still play this game though, hopefully you've gotten rid of all those wii-mote attachments and accessories.

4 Kingdom Hearts (Series)

Kingdom Hearts is like blending two of your favorite ice cream flavors together. They're both completely wonderful on their own, but when combined, they produce a completely unique flavor comprised of the best of both worlds. Kingdom Hearts is the the perfect blend of one of video gaming's biggest franchises, Final Fantasy, and the world dominating behemoth Disney. What may seem like an odd mix, fans can't seem to get enough of Sora, Donald, and Goofy throughout their adventures across different Disney worlds.

Despite the game's childish Disney tone, it is far from a kids' game as the game is full of challenging gameplay and boss battles that could send even the most veteran gamers into a frenzy. That doesn't mean that Disney tropes are absent from this game as the whole thing feels like a love letter to your childhood. The story is convoluted, the script is cheesy, and it's overall a story about the importance of friendship. The games are great, but you might have trouble convincing someone just how badass Kingdom Hearts really is.

3 Pokémon Go

Pokémon Go released just a little over a year ago and its initial success was phenomenal. Waves of people were venturing outside in search of different Pokémon, and it wasn't just kids that got into this fad. It was an incredible sight seeing such a variety of people playing the game, and even people who once scorned the idea of Pokémon, thinking of it as nothing more than a child's game, were getting into it.

Flash forward a year later and a lot has changed with the game's user base. No longer are parks and streets flooded with people walking around trying to catch rare monsters and hatch eggs. More than likely, if you dare to open up the app in public, someone will interject with "Oh my god, are you still playing that?" Pokémon Go still has a decent fanbase, despite it waning from last years' numbers, and Niantic has released incentives to keep playing with the announcement of legendary Pokémon. Regardless, many will dismiss the game as a dying fad and have already moved on while only the biggest Pokémon fans continue to play with little remorse.

2 Just Dance (Series)

It wasn't too long ago that the original Just Dance came out on the Wii to less than average reviews. That didn't stop this easy to pick up dance game from exploding in popularity, creating yearly sequels since its initial release. The dances are silly, the colors are loud, and the music choices range from the contemporary to "where the hell did they get this song from?" but getting a group of friends together to play this dancing game is a blast, whether you're willing to admit it or not.

Earlier versions were a bit scarce on gameplay elements, but future iterations started to include a robust amount of gameplay with different modes, partner dances, online play, and multiple dances for their tracks. Some even have you using various props such as a chair to dance on. If you haven't played these games yet (because you've been too embarrassed or thought of them as too over the top), swallow your pride, get on the dance floor, and just dance already!

1 Animal Crossing (Series)

Let's face the facts. Animal Crossing is a kids' game. I was once caught playing Animal Crossing: New Leaf by a friend and she asked if it was game developed by Fisher Price (and she still doesn't let it go that I play this game). With its ensemble cast of talking animals, each with unique personalities, and its bright and colorful world, this is as "G" rated as it gets when it comes to the video game industry. Yet, there's something about it that's just so hard to put down.

Maybe it's all the things there are to do around your own virtual city? Maybe it's all the neighbors you can meet or write letters to? Or perhaps it's the shopping or catching a concert with K.K. Slider at the town square? Could it be fishing for rare species of fish or digging for fossils of extinct dinosaurs? Collecting rare are pieces and visiting the museum? Maybe it's the bug catching? It's hard to tell what makes Animal Crossing so appealing to the adult consumer, especially when similar games with more mature content are on the market, but there is no denying that Animal Crossing has a way to appeal to every age group. Now, bring on the next one for the Nintendo Switch!