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.
"Solving spatial puzzles with a portal gun that defies logic, in a world of irresistible dark humour: every solution delivers a gleeful flash of genius. The co-op mode, designed for two brains, multiplies the fun and the laughter. Brilliant, clever and superbly written, a puzzle game of rare intelligence that leaves a lasting mark on anyone who plays it."
"An adorable platformer where you play a little rag character, but above all an infinite creation workshop: building your own levels and sharing them opens a limitless horizon. The pleasure springs as much from playing as from imagination. Charming, clever and overflowing with creativity, a unique experience that turns every player into a designer, to savour solo or with others."
"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."
"Drift through a bend, trigger the mini-turbo, drop a blue shell at the last second: every race flips in an instant. With eight players the room becomes a joyful battlefield where items upend every prediction. Tight drifting and nonstop chaos guarantee belly laughs with a controller in hand, time and again."
"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 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."
"Kratos's first epics gathered in high definition, where you carve up mythological hordes with the blades, chain brutal combos and solve ingenious puzzles. The epic fury and grandiose staging remain intact. Spectacular, visceral and masterfully paced, an ideal compilation to (re)discover two monuments of action."
"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."
"Jumping from planet to planet, defying gravity and twirling through a cosmic ballet of wild inventiveness: this platformer reinvents the genre with rare grace and magic. Every galaxy overflows with ideas, carried by a sumptuous orchestral soundtrack. The joy of the jump, elevated by weightlessness, never fades. Wondrous, accessible and timeless, an absolute masterpiece of 3D platforming."
"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."
"Running, jumping and punching through scenery bursting with color feels almost like dancing. The musical levels, where every obstacle hits on the beat, are moments of pure joy, especially shared with friends. The visual generosity and pinpoint controls invite you to replay for the sheer pleasure of motion, far beyond simply reaching the end of a stage."
"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."
"The revert opens up infinite links and turns every session into a quest for the perfect score: that's the genius of the series, here at its peak. Pinpoint handling, levels built for virtuosity and a cult soundtrack combine beautifully. Chaining an endless combo delivers an instant thrill. Immediate and inexhaustible, a peak of arcade skating."
"Running, jumping and smacking through stages of perfect fluidity, all the way to the musical levels where every move lands right on the beat: Rayman's craftsmanship is plain to see. Co-op play turns the slightest race into collective madness. Gorgeous, generous and bursting with ideas, a platformer that reinvents the joy of the genre on every screen."
"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."
"From the title screen alone you feel the overflowing energy of a run-and-gun that never eases off. Combining your weapons opens a thrilling spread of styles, and the oversized bosses fire off ideas like one visual gut-punch after another. With two players the chaos hits dizzying heights, generous and exhilarating. A showcase of Treasure's craft that remains, even now, wildly spectacular."
"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."
"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."
"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."
