Pong, Asteroids, Pitfall: Atari is one of the founding fathers of video games and the arcade cabinet. RomWize re-ranks the publisher's best games by its re-evaluated scores, each with its current score, its versions, their rarity and their collector value.
"Far more than a mere compilation: a genuine interactive museum. Dozens of Atari titles threaded through timelines, interviews, and fascinating documents. Not every game is memorable, but the way it frames and honors history is genuinely exemplary."
"PS3 version of Eternal Sonata with DLC and bonus scenes. A poetic JRPG inspired by Chopin's life, blending turn-based and real-time action in dreamlike settings. Visually stunning and musically exceptional."
"CD Projekt RED port The Witcher 2 to 360 with an incredibly successful Enhanced Edition for the Microsoft machine. Refreshed combat, the fairy-tale staging of the Northern Kingdoms and Sapkowski-rooted moral choices give the 360 one of the best Western RPG experiences ever delivered."
"Eternal Sonata is a Tri-Crescendo RPG in a dreamlike world inspired by Chopin. Luminous and elegant real-time combat, splendid Chopin music, sumptuous art direction. A unique and memorable JRPG."
"Test Drive Unlimited turns Oahu into a vast automotive playground. Arcade-sim blend handling, open online multiplayer and holiday vibe. A precursor of modern free-roam."
"Brilliant reinterpretation of the Atari arcade classic by Jeff Minter. Hypnotic tubular gameplay, electrifying techno soundtrack, psychedelic effects. Difficult to describe, unique to experience. One of Saturn's most original and exhilarating games."
"A Treasure shooter of pure genius, vertical and ruthlessly demanding. The black and white polarity system reinvents bullet hells, level design carved to the millimetre and a hypnotic soundtrack. Short but insanely intense. An absolute shmup peak."
"Melbourne House F1 simulation with a more accessible approach than official Sony titles. Physics are solid and licensed circuits well reproduced. A good alternative for PS2 Formula 1 fans seeking an accessible game without sacrificing realism."
"First Budokai Tenkaichi entry introducing 360-degree 3D arena gameplay. The radically different approach from classic Budokai offers a new way to experience DBZ fights. Less refined than sequels but carrying an bold concept."
"Quantic Dream interactive thriller where narrative choices directly shape the story. The supernatural detective story and cinematic staging are gripping. A landmark in PS2 narrative gaming, precursor to Heavy Rain, still captivating today."
"North American version of Fahrenheit, Quantic Dream's interactive thriller. Narrative choices, cinematic QTEs and the supernatural storyline make it a PS2 narrative gaming landmark. Same excellence as the European version under a different title for the American market."
"Legacy of Goku II standalone, vastly superior to the first episode. Action RPG covering the Cell saga with finesse. DBZ fans will find what they're looking for."
"Japanese version of Budokai 2 under the Dragon Ball Z 2 title. Refined combat system and more developed story mode than the first entry. A clear progression confirming the Budokai series' potential, already well received by Japanese DBZ fans."
"Chronicles of Riddick Assault on Dark Athena compiles the original game and its sequel in an oppressive space prison. Playing Riddick is a unique experience: brutal melee, stealth, glowing eyes. Excellent."
"The first Transformers turns the film into turbo action. Giant robots, transformations and urban settings. Visually busy, fun without genius, pleasant for franchise fans."
"Second Budokai entry with a more developed story mode and improved capsule combination system. Combat is more fluid and customisation deeper. A solid entry marking the series' progression towards greater depth."
"A generous anthology of over a hundred Atari games, from arcade cabinets to 2600 cartridges. The historical value is immense, but many titles have aged poorly. One for the curious and the video game archaeologists."
"An adventurous beat 'em up Asterix style, the first proper XXL entry. Colourful settings, plenty of gaulish humour and solid local co-op. A touch repetitive over the long haul but a real recommend for fans of the duo. Good family fun."
"Spike 3D fighter for the Dragon Ball saga with destructible arenas. Full 360-degree aerial combat, huge roster covering the entire anime, spectacular transformations. A Dragon Ball Wii reference, strongly recommended for manga fans."
