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.
"A pure-speed shooter disguised as a card game. Every weapon doubles as a movement tool, and the goal is to blitz each level as fast as humanly possible. Chasing the perfect time builds a hypnotic loop, driven by a frantic electronic soundtrack."
"A cornerstone of the 3D platformer, courtesy of Rare. The sparkling writing, the nine worlds bursting with secrets and the chemistry between bear and bird build an absurdly generous adventure. Three decades on, the duo's freshness and the level design hold up beautifully."
"Technically impressive Ubi Soft 2D platformer featuring a character with no arms or legs. Inventive level design, well-paced progressive difficulty. Visually enchanting, memorable music. One of the best cross-platform platformers of the era."
"Rayman 2 Revolution remixes the Ubisoft classic for PS2. More cutscenes, a central hub and beefed-up dialogue. The 3D platformer remains gorgeous and moving, an essential."
"Kirby's first true leap into 3D delights with the Mouthful Mode that lets him swallow cars and vending machines whole. The colorful post-apocalyptic world brims with charm, and its gentle difficulty makes it an ideal platformer to share."
"A port of a platforming high point from Retro Studios, with fierce difficulty and exquisitely crafted level design. Every stage overflows with ideas and secrets, and David Wise's soundtrack ranks among the finest in the genre."
"A love letter to 8-bit platforming with thoroughly modern polish. Each campaign plays differently, from the steadfast knight to the bouncing beetle, and the level design stays exemplary. Tough but always fair, it's an instant classic of the genre."
"A philosophical puzzle game of rare intelligence, dressed as an ancient simulation. The laser-and-jammer puzzles escalate in complexity with constant elegance, while the texts probe consciousness and what it means to be human. Deep and deeply rewarding."
"The definitive urban racer on Dreamcast from Bizarre Creations. Demanding driving, superbly modelled cities and a dense career mode. A genre peak that paved the way for PGR."
"Gran Turismo 6 is the final GT sequel on PS3 with even more cars and circuits. Refined physics, creative missions, astronomical content. The perfect conclusion of the GT saga on PS3 despite a late release."
"Gran Turismo revolutionized racing games by introducing an unprecedented automotive simulation precision on console. Exceptional driving physics, deep career with driving license tests, impressive car catalog. An absolute masterpiece that defined an entire genre on PS1."
"A gorgeous remake that revives the original's razor-sharp handling. Mastering the boost-chaining drift is everything, and the difficulty pulls no punches. Tracks burst with character, and the steady post-launch content kept it fresh long after release."
"The unlikely marriage of Zelda's world with NecroDancer's rhythm rules works wonderfully. Every step lands on the beat, turning Hyrule's exploration into a tactical dance. The remixed arrangements of classic themes are an absolute treat."
"A roguelike where every footstep must match the beat or you lose your momentum. That rhythmic constraint completely reinvents dungeon movement and demands ruthless timing. Punishing yet brilliant, with a soundtrack that gets right under your skin."
"The leap to 3D lands beautifully, this roguelike pushes power scaling to gloriously absurd heights. The relentless clock forces tense decisions, and in four-player co-op the stacked-item chaos becomes downright intoxicating."
"Golden Sun on GBA, the console's absolute reference RPG. Stunning graphics for its era, original Psynergy, captivating story. A must-have among must-haves."
"Behind its cute look, OMORI hides a dark tale of guilt and grief. Colorful battles contrast with mounting dread, and the revelations hit hard. It runs long and uneven at times, but it leaves a deep, lasting mark by the end."
