What are the greatest video games in history? From 8-bit cartridges to modern blockbusters, this Top 1000 brings together the titles that defined every generation, all retested and reassessed by RomWize. For each one: its current score, its versions, their rarity and their collector value, so you can (re)discover the must-plays and build your collection.
"The Korean release of Pokemon Geum, the second generation fully localized. Day and night cycle, egg breeding, a hundred fresh species and a Kanto return after Johto. An absolute portable benchmark for Nintendo, smooth, generous and unforgettable."
"Golden Sun Die Vergessene Epoche, German version of the Lost Age. Same excellence as the English edition, texts in German. The Golden Sun sequel remains a masterpiece in any language."
"Golden Sun L'Age Perdu, French version of the Lost Age. Same excellence as the English edition, texts in French. The Golden Sun sequel remains a masterpiece in any language."
"Golden Sun L'Era Perduta, Italian version of the Lost Age. Same excellence as the English edition, texts in Italian. The Golden Sun sequel remains a masterpiece in any language."
"Golden Sun La Edad Perdida, Spanish version of the Lost Age. Same excellence as the English edition, texts in Spanish. The Golden Sun sequel remains a masterpiece in any language."
"Golden Sun The Lost Age on GBA, direct and even more ambitious sequel. Felix succeeds Isaac and the adventure expands spectacularly. Absolute reference RPG on GBA."
"Mario & Luigi RPG, Japanese version of Superstar Saga. Same absolute excellence as the international version, texts in Japanese. The best GBA RPG in its original language."
"Mother 3 on GBA, an absolute masterpiece exclusive to Japan. Devastating story, music by Shogo Shimomura, pervasive dark humor. Among the most touching RPGs ever made."
"Ougon no Taiyou Ushinawareshi Toki on GBA, original Japanese version of the Lost Age. More ambitious direct sequel, Felix's adventure in Japanese. The best Golden Sun in its original language."
"One of the finest RPGs of its era and a foundational pillar of the genre on console. Vast world, memorable characters and solid combat. Still fascinating to play through today, with genuine soul."
"Lunar Eternal Blue is a masterful JRPG on MegaCD. Hiro and Lucia's story in a world of magic and legends. Emotional writing, orchestral CD music, unforgettable characters. A genre masterpiece."
"Epic strategy with spectacular mass battles of up to 100 soldiers per side. Command system depth is impressive. One of Saturn's most ambitious games, with exceptional longevity."
"Classic Working Designs JRPG with polished production. Touching romantic story, memorable music, likeable characters. Faithful and well-executed Saturn port. An excellent JRPG for those who value storytelling above all."
"Complete and improved version of Lunar Silver Star Story. Enriched content, added animated FMVs, extended voice acting. The best version of the game available on Saturn. A reference JRPG for fans of romantic adventure stories."
"The direct sequel improves everything: more open world, more demons, better navigation. The post-apocalyptic atmosphere is striking. A J-RPG landmark to rediscover to understand the SMT saga."
"The very first Dragon Quest: the game that invented the modern J-RPG in Japan. Rudimentary compared to its successors but foundational in essence. Historically essential."
"Four independent chapters culminating in an epic conclusion. Choral storytelling revolutionary for the era. Each chapter is a remarkable mini-adventure. The pinnacle of DQ on NES."
"A Nihon Falcom action-RPG where an entire family of adventurers explores a vast dungeon. Each member has unique abilities. Vast, ambitious, still fascinating. One of NES's most original RPGs."
"A post-apocalyptic Famicom J-RPG with customizable tanks. Open world, original combat, real narrative freedom. Little known outside Japan but absolutely remarkable. A misunderstood masterpiece."
