Fun is what keeps you saying "just one more game" at 2 a.m. This Top 100 gathers the retro games with the most immediate and most lasting playability, based on RomWize's reassessed scores. For each title: its current score, its versions, their rarity and their collector value.
"Slide, rotate, slot in: three moves are enough to open a time warp you emerge from hours later. The rising tempo and the hunt for the perfect line create an almost hypnotic tension. Universal, instant, never matched in its purity, it's arguably the most addictive pocket companion ever devised."
"The sequel takes spectacle to an unmatched level: chases on a moving train, dizzying climbs and gunfights of crazy intensity chain together like the best action films. The total immersion and masterful staging grab you from start to finish. Spectacular, generous and technically dazzling, a masterpiece of action-adventure often cited among the best."
"A jump, a dash, a wall grabbed pixel-perfect: mastering the movement turns into a physical pleasure. Screens fall like puzzles of timing, and every death restarts instantly, with no lingering frustration. The demanding precision and the feeling of progress make each cleared climb deeply rewarding."
"The saga's apogee on PS3: fights of spectacular brutality against titanic gods, breathtaking cinematic staging and an unmatched sense of power. Unleashing Kratos's rage against Olympus delivers a visceral, exhilarating release. Masterful from start to finish, a peak of action-adventure that pushes the limits of spectacle."
"A muscular TPS that imposed the cover system, where you advance from cover to cover spraying monstrous hordes, all in a dark, macho atmosphere. The sense of weight in the weapons and the active reload deliver an instant satisfaction in every clash. Spectacular, brutal and masterfully made, a shooter that redefined the genre and shines particularly in co-op."
"The turning point that redefined the modern FPS: a snappy, cinematic campaign, and an addictive multiplayer where you rank up to unlock weapons and perks. The precision of the gunplay and the frantic pace grab you from the first mission. Intense, immersive and masterfully made, a pillar of the genre whose influence is still felt today."
"Pushing the cosmic genius even further, with Yoshi as backup and an avalanche of gameplay ideas that renew with every galaxy: this sequel condenses the best of the first and adds more. Jumping, twirling and defying gravity stays a constant wonder, carried by a grandiose soundtrack. Denser, more inventive and as magical as ever, an unbeatable peak of platforming."
"A vast playground where every infiltration mission is solved in an infinity of ways, between meticulous planning and total improvisation. The wealth of tools, base management and freedom of approach create a dizzying depth. Snappy, immersive and masterfully designed, a masterpiece of open-world stealth that rewards ingenuity at every moment."
"Often cited as the peak of the series, this entry reaches a rare balance of realism, flow and immediate fun. Reading the game, gauging your run and finishing at the right moment delivers a deep, constant satisfaction. Demanding yet accessible, superb with several players and inexhaustible, an absolute peak of football simulation that won over millions of players."
"Carving through hordes of mythological creatures with chained blades, punctuating the carnage with spectacular finishers: cathartic violence pairs with breathtaking staging. The frantic pace and the readability of the fights make every clash a joy. Brutal, epic and masterfully crafted, a peak of action on the console."
"The sequel thinks bigger on every front, but it's above all its online multiplayer that made it a legend: snappy, balanced and inexhaustible clashes that defined connected console gaming. The handling stays exemplary and the campaign spectacular. Community-driven, generous and furiously addictive, an FPS that marked an entire generation of players."
"The whole arsenal of Super Mario Bros. 3 gathered on a handheld: the Tanuki suit, spring boots, a teeming overworld map and levels of timeless inventiveness. Every jump breathes precision and every screen hides its surprises. The perfect handling and overflowing variety grip you from the first world to the last. An absolute peak of platforming, to savour anywhere."
"Weapon-based fighting in all its splendour: duels of exemplary fluidity, tight-timed parries and characters of wild elegance. The handling welcomes beginners, yet the depth rewards hours of practice. A memorable roster, prestigious guests and gorgeous arenas round it off. Arguably one of the finest fighting games of its generation."
"A platformer of dazzling fluidity and beauty, where every stage brims with inventiveness, colour and surprising ideas. The musical levels, perfectly synced to the beat, deliver a rare glee. Co-op up to four and overflowing with charm, a generous platformer that chains discoveries and guarantees constant pleasure, solo or as a family."
"The third entry pushes the spectacular staging even further, with memorable sequences in the heart of the desert and scenery that collapses in real time. The polished writing and relentless pace maintain a constant tension. Spectacular, generous and superbly made, an interactive blockbuster that confirms the series at the peak of action-adventure, to experience like a great film."
"What starts as a tribute to the arcade game quickly blossoms into a vast adventure: over a hundred levels packed with platform puzzles and Mario's acrobatics. Find the key, reach the door, gauge your jumps: everything is built for the satisfaction of the move. An underrated peak of the console, rich and clever."
"The grand conclusion of the original trilogy, where the Master Chief leads the final fight against the Covenant in spectacular clashes. The precise gunplay, the vehicles, and above all a multiplayer and co-op that became legendary create an inexhaustible pleasure. Spectacular, generous and masterful, an FPS that marked a generation and remains an absolute benchmark of online play among friends."
"Glide along a wall, soar, bounce from foe to foe: movement flows like an aerial choreography. The fights gain real bite while the world opens into a web of secrets. The grace of motion and the beauty of the scenery make exploring intoxicating, and the urge to press on never fades."
"The whole arsenal of Super Mario Bros. 3 gathered on a handheld: the Tanuki suit, spring boots, a teeming overworld map and levels of timeless inventiveness. Every jump breathes precision and every screen hides its surprises. The perfect handling and overflowing variety grip you from the first world to the last. An absolute peak of platforming, to savour anywhere."
"A timeless masterpiece carefully rejuvenated: Link's quest gains depth and comfort without losing any of its magic. Exploring Hyrule, solving clever dungeons and playing the ocarina deliver an undimmed wonder. The 3D and the tweaks smooth out the adventure, ideal for rediscovering it or finally living it. A spellbinding journey, built to last."
