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.
"Pokémon X/Y on 3DS inaugurates the franchise's 3D polygon visuals and France-inspired Kalos. Mega-Evolutions, trainer customisation and Wonder Trade. A major visual turning point for the franchise."
"Pokémon X/Y on 3DS inaugurates the franchise's 3D polygon visuals and France-inspired Kalos. Mega-Evolutions, trainer customisation and Wonder Trade. A major visual turning point for the franchise."
"One of Saturn's most ambitious and mesmerizing RPGs. Post-apocalyptic world, sublime music and original combat system form a cohesive and unforgettable whole. A Saturn exclusive that truly deserves the effort."
"Absolute masterpiece. RPG that transcends the genre with an exceptional universe, a unique dynamic combat system and music of rare beauty. Saturn exclusive that has become legendary. One of the greatest RPG experiences of all time."
"Spanish version of Knights of the Old Republic, the best Star Wars RPG ever made. 4000 years before the films, Revan and the Sith Lords. The legendary narrative twist. Content identical to international version. The masterpiece in Spanish."
"Mass Effect 3 concludes the epic trilogy with the final war against the Reapers. Refined gameplay, culminating emotional moments, controversial ending. The trilogy as a whole remains a sci-fi RPG peak."
"Chrono Cross is a JRPG masterpiece with a unique element-based combat system and dozens of recruitable characters. The multi-dimensional world is fascinating, Yasunori Mitsuda's soundtrack is legendary. An artistic pinnacle of the PS1."
"PS1 port of the legendary Chrono Trigger, considered the greatest JRPG ever made. Innovative ATB combat system, brilliantly constructed time travel, iconic characters and immortal soundtrack. Some loading times added alongside the bonus animations, but still absolutely essential."
"Final Fantasy VII is one of the most important video games ever created. Revolutionary 3D transition, epic scenario with Cloud and Sephiroth, legendary Nobuo Uematsu soundtrack and stunning FMV sequences. An absolute masterpiece that defined an entire generation and remains unsurpassed."
"Final Fantasy VII International is the enriched Japanese version incorporating bonus scenes from the western release and additional materias. The same absolute masterpiece experience in JRPG history with added content. The most complete version of FFVII on PS1."
"An absolute masterpiece, the first fully 3D Final Fantasy on a Sony console. The CTB combat system, the moving story of Tidus and Yuna, and the art direction of Spira compose a transcendent experience. One of the greatest achievements in role-playing game history."
"Enriched Japanese version of FFX with the bonus Dark Aeons, Penance, Expert and Black Sphere Grids and additional scenes. The most complete JRPG experience on PS2 with content for hundreds of hours. The definitive version for fans wanting to exhaust the title."
"Enriched version of FFXII adding the early FF Job system, entirely reconfiguring character progression. The Zodiac Jobs offer unmatched strategic customisation possibilities. The benchmark version of the game, superior to the original in every dimension of gameplay depth."
"BioWare invent the modern space opera with a charismatic Shepard and an unforgettable trio of squadmates. Wheel dialogue, open galaxy and still rough combat lay the groundwork for a trilogy that will leave a lasting mark on modern Western RPG."
"The culmination of the saga. The class and Interlink systems offer enormous tactical depth, and the story about mortality lands more truly than ever. The vast world demands its own pace, but the narrative ambition is remarkable."
"A remaster that does justice to a classic. The verticality of its open world is still impressive for its era, and the visual overhaul rejuvenates it noticeably. The somewhat dated combat takes adjusting to, but the epic is well worth the trip."
"A modern tribute to 16-bit-era JRPGs that outgrows mere pastiche: luminous pixel art, smooth traversal with no random encounters and timing-based combat with bite. The story takes its time, but the generosity of the whole wins out."
"Vengeance polishes an already strong formula: demanding turn-based combat, addictive demon fusion, and a new story route that shifts everything. Exploring Da'at feels cleaner, and the overall pacing is better tuned than in the original release."
