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.
"Dark Souls II Scholar of the First Sin is the definitive version with all DLC and intelligently repositioned enemies. The ideal way to discover Dark Souls II in its most complete and balanced form."
"Diablo III Reaper of Souls Ultimate Evil Edition is the complete version with the Reaper of Souls expansion and Crusader. The best version of Diablo III to experience the full game with even more content."
"The Infinity mode adds a fresh scenario and new zones, making Phantasy Star Portable 2 Infinity the most generous version of the sub-saga. For Japan-side fans, the ultimate PSP hunting ground."
"Adol and friends explore Altago and its five Dragons in the first Ys natively built for PSP. Real-time combat with three switchable characters, colossal bosses and Sound Team's rock score; a genuinely striking Japan-only release."
"An island-survival action RPG that surprises with its scope. The brisk combat and tight dodge timing keep encounters lively, while mapping the island and unravelling its esoteric story weave a surprisingly gripping adventure."
"Hyper Light Drifter bets on silence and reading danger. No dialogue, just sumptuous pixel art and nervy combat where the dash is king. The Special Edition adds content, but it's the twilight mood that lingers long after."
"The sequel sharpens the oppressive mood of the first game. Adding a companion enriches puzzles and exploration, while the atmosphere stays chilling. A few stretches feel frustrating, but the art direction and sound design land their punches every time."
"Painting the world to restore its color is a simple idea brimming with poetry. The brush puzzles are clever, the tone is gentle, and the story handles creative pressure with surprising nuance. Local co-op adds a warm, playful touch to the journey."
"An adventure about coming home, lost youth, and a small town in decline. The writing is honest, funny, and melancholy, carried by wonderfully sharp dialogue. Light on gameplay, but the mood and characters leave a mark that sticks with you for a long while."
"A fake 90s internet rebuilt with touching obsession. You dig through absurd pages, moderate, grow fond of strangers, and the story turns out far more melancholic than expected. Original to the very end."
"You fish in peace, then horror creeps in from the edge of the screen. The loop of pushing farther, selling, and upgrading your boat is devilishly moreish, and the Lovecraftian dread keeps you on edge. Short but memorable."
"The conversion of Konami's TMNT arcade on NES, European version. Co-op beat'em up with the four turtles. Less than the arcade but genuinely fun. One of the best licensed games on the console."
"A retro beat-em-up that wears its heritage with wild energy. Snappy fights, polished animation, branching paths, and tons of unlockables reward the persistent. Three-player co-op is a blast, and the difficulty stays tough but fair throughout the run."
"A singular mix of Monopoly and card battler, deep and absurdly addictive. Building territory, setting traps and watching every match tell its own story. Pure strategic bliss."
"Monster Train reinvents deck-building by defending three floors of hell at once. The verticality reshapes all strategy: where to place units, when to sacrifice a floor. Rich in clan combinations, it chains quick runs without ever growing stale."
"The combined Super Mario Bros. and Duck Hunt cartridge on NES, the iconic launch bundle. The two foundational NES games in one. An invaluable historical document of video game history."
