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.
"Call of Duty Black Ops is one of the best CoDs with a paranoid Cold War campaign and a multiplayer that redefined standards. Mythical Zombies mode, twisting story. A saga peak."
"Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 concludes the MW trilogy with an epic worldwide campaign and refined multiplayer. Resounding ending to the Makarov arc, memorable maps, enriched create-a-class. An excellent CoD."
"Far Cry 3 is one of the best open-world FPS of the generation. Tropical Rook Island, iconic antagonist Vaas Montenegro, total approach freedom. Jason Brody and his progressive transformation. A masterpiece."
"Killzone 2 is one of the best PS3 exclusive FPS games. Invaded Helghan, oppressive total war atmosphere, memorable Visari, reference multiplayer. A technical and artistic peak of the generation, essential."
"The port is a technical miracle: this hyperfast shooter runs at 60 frames on Switch without betraying its choreography of violence. Visually trimmed, but the combat stays that lethal dance of chainsaw, flamethrower and glory kills."
"Direct sequel adding the concept of parallel light/dark worlds, à la Zelda Twilight Princess. Aether and Dark Aether mirror each other, some areas blocked in one are reachable in the other. Beefier combat, demanding bosses, new gear like the Dark Visor. Harder than the first entry, sometimes punishing, but a rare-depth adventure. Wii Edition with polished motion controls."
"GTA IV and Episodes from Liberty City compiles GTA IV with its two DLC The Lost and Damned and The Ballad of Gay Tony. The complete Liberty City package, one of the richest narrative experiences on PS3."
"The definitive Ubi 3D platformer on Dreamcast. Sublime world, precise controls, cinematic staging and spectacular bosses. A timeless masterpiece of the genre."
"Wario Land 3 on GBC is the best of the portable Wario series. Explore a musical world with powers gained from chests. Non-linear structure, humorous tone and abundant secrets. A GBC masterpiece."
"Direct Mario 64 sequel, tropical playground to scrub with the FLUDD water pack. Wild idea, vertiginous gameplay and tough secret stages to crack. Not the purity of its forebear but a genuine invention. Nintendo's 3D platform peak on the console."
"Rare's swansong on the N64, a 3D platformer for grown-ups with rare audacity. Conker the boozy squirrel chains parodies, profanity and unforgettable set-pieces, carried by cinematic staging and superb voice work. The off-kilter multiplayer is icing on the cake. An undisputed cult classic."
"One of Saturn's most original and poetic games. NiGHTS's spiral flight remains exhilarating and unique. Grade for each stage, deep score system despite apparent simplicity. A timeless masterpiece by Yuji Naka."
"The game that changed everything. Mario in the Mushroom Kingdom, from warp zones to Bowser's castles. Revolutionary level design, immediate and universal fun. The most important video game ever made."
"Excellent 3D Mario platformer with co-op up to 4 players. Inspired and varied level design in each world, fun costumes. Perhaps the best multiplayer Mario before Odyssey. Slightly too accessible for experienced solo players but a genuine treat."
"LittleBigPlanet 2 Extras Edition is the enriched version with extra DLC costumes included. The same LBP2 creative revolution with even more cosmetic content from the start. Ideal for new players."
"LittleBigPlanet 2 Special Edition is the premium version with exclusive collector bonuses. The same creative and playful LBP2 revolution with extras for collectors wanting the most complete version."
"Rayman 3 Hoodlum Havoc leans into slapstick action and colourful powers. Snappier than Rayman 2, gag-packed and set in a sparkling Glade. A breezy platformer that goes down easy."
"Naughty Dog masterpiece founding the Jak trilogy. Enchanting world design, flawless platform mechanics and the banter between Jak and Daxter create a joyful and memorable experience. A timeless PS2 platformer classic, still a pleasure to play today."
"A breathtakingly beautiful metroidvania, carried by a moving score and platforming of millimetric precision. The timed escape sequences stay seared in memory, and the Definitive Edition enriches the map without diluting the emotion."
