I really need to replay Skyward Sword. Beat it one time shortly after release and I still remember it as my favorite first playthrough of any game. It sure have its flaws and as stated need to replay it in order to confirm or disprove it as one of my favorite games ever. But it still takes 2011 for me.
Uncharted 3 is almost, but not quite, as good as the second game imo, still one of the best action adventure games out there.
Skyrim. The only open world focused game I enjoyed and I'm starting to think it is because it was the first that did it well. Many years since I played it now. Have a feeling that I would feel as insignificant playing it as I do in other open world games.
Minecraft is not for me. My total voluntary exposure to it is watching a friend play for one hour. Prefer lego in the real world. Can't deny its massive impact however.