The PlayStation tipped gaming into 3D and CD-ROM with a legendary library: Final Fantasy VII, Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil, Gran Turismo, Crash Bandicoot. This Top 100 gathers the best of the PS1, re-tested and re-ranked by RomWize, each title with its re-evaluated score, its versions, their rarity and their collector value.
"Medal of Honor revolutionized war FPS games with its cinematic staging and immersion in Normandy during World War II. Steven Spielberg as executive producer. Authentic atmosphere and polished narrative. A foundational title of the historical FPS genre on PS1."
"The original Tekken is a revolutionary 3D fighting game that launched Namco's franchise on PS1. Technical versus fighting gameplay with 3D sidesteps and deep combos. Ten iconic characters with distinct styles. The founder of one of the most important versus fighting franchises in history."
"Medal of Honor Underground features French Resistance missions in occupied France. More varied and ambitious than the first, with more inventive levels. The infiltration mechanics are refined and the WWII atmosphere remains compelling. An excellent PS1 FPS."
"Neversoft's Spider-Man is an exceptional PS1 action game that perfectly captures the Wall-Crawler's feeling. Swinging between New York buildings, varied fights against iconic super-villains and Peter Parker's humor. One of the finest superhero games ever made on PS1."
"R4 Ridge Racer Type 4 is an absolute PS1 racing masterpiece. Technical and satisfying drift gameplay, magnificent nocturnal aesthetics, legendary electronic soundtrack and unique RPG progression. The perfect combination of style, technique and soul. One of the greatest racing games ever made."
"Dual Shock version of Biohazard 2, adding vibration support and optional analog controls. Same masterpiece experience with improved hardware compatibility. The definitive version of one of the greatest games ever made on PS1."
"Crash Team Racing is the finest kart racer on PS1 and one of the greatest ever made. Excellent tracks, deep drift system, generous adventure mode and devastating multiplayer. Naughty Dog created a masterpiece that still holds up with flair today."
"Resident Evil 3 Nemesis is the PS1 trilogy's culmination with Jill Valentine constantly pursued by the Nemesis, a terrifying and indestructible being. Nemesis' constant pressure and timed choices create unique tension. Raccoon City before its destruction. A survival horror masterpiece."
"Lunar Silver Star Story is a Game Arts JRPG beautifully remastered for PS1 by Working Designs. Touching narrative with Alex and Luna, memorable soundtrack and polished FMV cinematics. One of the most complete and beloved JRPGs on PS1, enriched with additional content."
"Soul Reaver is an action-adventure masterpiece by Crystal Dynamics. Raziel, a condemned vampire, explores a decaying Nosgoth between the living and spectral worlds. Brilliant dual-plane level design, exceptional oral narrative. One of the finest action-adventure games ever made."
"Wipeout 3 is the third Psygnosis anti-gravity racing franchise entry with refined aesthetics and more creative circuits. Exemplary electronic soundtrack by FSOL and Orbital. An excellent entry preparing the ground for the legendary Special Edition. Essential for series fans."
"Rockman X4 (Mega Man X4) is the Japanese version of the finest X saga entry, with distinctly playable X and Zero. Two campaigns, gameplay at its peak, excellent level design. A Mega Man X series masterpiece in its native Japanese PS1 version."
"Silent Hill is an absolute Konami Team Silent survival horror masterpiece. Harry Mason searches for his daughter in a fog-shrouded nightmare town. Psychological horror, surrealist creatures and Akira Yamaoka's soundtrack create a unique and terrifying experience. Unsurpassed."
"Complete version of Lunar Silver Star Story on PS1, the most complete and best localized by Working Designs. Game Arts JRPG with touching narrative, polished FMVs and memorable soundtrack. The definitive edition of this excellent PS1 JRPG, with additional bonus content."
"Spyro 2 is the direct and more generous sequel to the first Spyro, with more worlds, varied quests and a lively central hub. NPC interactions are enriching and playtime is extended. Still as visually magnificent and fun. An excellent entry consolidating the franchise on PS1."
"Twisted Metal World Tour is the enhanced version of the first Twisted Metal with new levels and world arenas. Armed vehicle combat with Sweet Tooth and rivals in international arenas. A valued intermediate step before the Twisted Metal 2 masterpiece on PS1."
"Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 is the third legendary series entry with new mechanics including the revert. Larger and more open levels, expanded roster and varied missions. An excellent entry further enriching the formula without exhausting it. One of the finest skateboard games on PS1."
"Wipeout 3 Special Edition is the definitive version of the finest Wipeout on PS1. More circuits, ships and content than the standard version with refined flight physics. The electronic soundtrack is legendary. The absolute pinnacle of the Wipeout franchise on PS1 and one of the greatest racing games ever made."
"Street Fighter Alpha 2 improves on its predecessor with new characters, moves and custom combos. Richer and more balanced 2D versus fighting gameplay. One of the finest PS1 ports in the Alpha series, faithful to the arcade. A must for competitive 2D Street Fighter fans on PS1."
"Tenchu Stealth Assassins is the first 3D stealth ninja game in history. Free mission exploration with the option to silently eliminate enemies. Dark and immersive feudal Japan atmosphere. A niche masterpiece founding an entire sub-genre, technically impressive on PS1."
