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 Camelot golf game, exemplary in its arcade-simulation balance. The shot-timing mechanic is precise and demanding right from the off, while the Mario cast adds whimsy without breaking the sport's integrity. The courses are varied and the replay value enormous. An essential reference of the genre."
"NBA 2K11 is the annual basketball simulation by 2K Sports. Playable Michael Jordan, iconic Legend mode. Best NBA 2K PS3 for many. The reference basketball franchise on console, fluid gameplay and generous content."
"PES 3 marks a real leap forward. Realistic ball touch, transformed animations and sharper AI. The duel with FIFA tilts decisively, and the series enters its golden age."
"A survival game that turns the war genre on its head: you play civilians huddled in a shelter, choosing whether to steal or let others die. The tone is heavy, the atmosphere suffocating, and every decision lands hard. Brutal, but morally rare on console."
"Splatoon 2 refines the ink-war formula with a brilliant cooperative Salmon Run mode and an ever more varied arsenal. Painting turf stays as fresh as it is ingenious, and the street style sparkles. Still snappy, even if the sequel has since surpassed it."
"Splatoon 3 pushes the formula to its peak: new mobility moves, an enriched co-op mode and the delightful Tableturf card game as a bonus. The turf shooting keeps its singular energy and stylish identity. The best entry point to the series today."
"Two cult visual novels paired up, where locked-room investigation meets chilling moral dilemmas. The escape puzzles occasionally break the flow, but the twisted writing and dizzying reversals remain a rare narrative jolt."
"An explosive, hilarious Treasure shoot 'em up firing on every cylinder. Gigantic bosses, frantic pacing and co-op runs that turn into fireworks shows. A wonderfully unhinged must play."
"A wonderfully unhinged platform and shoot mix from BioWare. Levels swap genres, humor is twisted and the action never lets up. An original cult classic."
"A demanding pixel art indie top down shooter paying tribute to Smash TV. Precise controls, relentless enemy waves and fearsome difficulty. A homebrew win for fans."
"Metal Slug Advance on GBA, adaptation of SNK's cult run and gun. Less spectacular than the arcade but the game's essence is there. Difficult, frantic and exhilarating. A must for series fans."
"One of the most iconic action games on the Master System. Joe Musashi versus ninjas - an absolute classic. Precise gameplay, well-calibrated difficulty and varied levels make it a must in the catalogue."
"The European cut of Star Fox 64. A blazing 3D shooter with branching paths driven by performance, perfectly quotable voice work and an unforgettable orchestral soundtrack. A Nintendo design showcase that lasts barely an hour but invites endless replays to chase every route and every grade."
"An absolute benchmark for arcade 3D shooting from Nintendo. Performance-driven branching, the Rumble Pak debut, cult voice work and an imperial orchestral score. A blazing hour-long run that invites endless replays to chase every grade and every route."
"Fast-paced and original 3D mech fighting game, excellent Saturn port of the arcade. Mechs (Virtuaroids) are varied and distinctive. Better with dual-stick, playable without. An unjustly forgotten versus fighting classic."
"SegaNet version of Saturn Virtual On, compatible with the era's network service. Online functionality now obsolete. Single-player identical to the standard version. Historical curiosity for collectors."
"The sequel improves visuals and enriches multiplayer options. The core concept remains identical and impeccable. If the first is unavailable, this is a perfect substitute."
"A Konami jeep run'n'gun on NES. Rescue POWs under intense fire. Explosive two-player co-op, frantic action. Overlooked but truly excellent. A must-play on the console."
"The original Japanese version of Ninja Gaiden on Famicom. Same excellence as the western version. Revolutionary cutscenes, intense action, dark atmosphere. The unedited original."
