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.
"Ferrying the dead toward their final passage makes Spiritfarer a management game of unusual tenderness. You cook, harvest, hug, and every farewell stings. On Switch the portable format makes these melancholy evenings feel even more intimate."
"The absolute peak of American football on Dreamcast. Chiselled gameplay, television grade presentation and abundant content. An everlasting sports classic."
"Mario Golf GBA Tour, Japanese version of Advance Tour. Same excellence and richness of content, texts in Japanese. Mario golf at its best in its original language."
"One of the greatest NES games. Read boxers' patterns and counter-attack at the right moment: perfect mechanic. From Glass Joe to Mike Tyson, an epic progression. Timeless and absolutely essential."
"Punch-Out!! with Mr. Dream replacing Mike Tyson. Identical gameplay, still just as perfect: read boxers' patterns and counter-attack. The reference version after the Tyson license withdrawal."
"FIFA 13 introduces First Touch Control that punishes overly direct passes and simulates human imprecision. More realistic gameplay than ever, lively multiplayer. The best FIFA on PS3 for many."
"FIFA 13 introduces First Touch Control that punishes overly direct passes and simulates human imprecision. More realistic gameplay than ever, lively multiplayer. The best FIFA on PS3 for many."
"NBA 2K12 is the annual basketball simulation by 2K Sports. Legends Mode with the greatest historical NBA teams. The reference basketball franchise on console, fluid gameplay and generous content."
"NBA 2K12 is the annual basketball simulation by 2K Sports. NBA Legends Mode with all great teams. GOTY version with additional content. The reference basketball franchise on console, fluid gameplay and generous content."
"NBA 2K14 is the annual basketball simulation by 2K Sports. LeBron on cover, most realistic gameplay at the time. The reference basketball franchise on console, fluid gameplay and generous content."
"Tony Hawk's Pro Skater revolutionized skateboarding games with its chained tricks system and addictive 2-minute session gameplay. Iconic punk/rock soundtrack, iconic levels and exploration freedom. A foundational skateboarding masterpiece on PS1."
"ISS Pro Evolution 2 improves on its predecessor with even more refined gameplay and updated teams. Konami's football simulation reaches a quality level making it a credible FIFA alternative. One of the finest football games on PS1, direct ancestor of PES."
"Tony Hawk's Underground 2 pushes the madness even further. European tour, embraced gags and Bam Margera. Wilder than deep, but hugely fun for parties."
"Legendary American football simulation sold at 9.99 to counter EA. Exceptional game engine for the era, quality commentary and generous content. Considered by many the finest American football simulator ever on PS2, despite the franchise being forced out."
"NBA 2K17 streamlines MyCAREER and refines the simulation with a new offensive flow system. On 360 this is the penultimate breath of a great series, smooth and stable, proving NBA simulation reigns unchallenged in the sport-game throne."
"A stylish skating game built around flow and chaining tricks. Its gorgeously colorful levels are packed with lines to optimize and timed challenges to chase. Easy to pick up at first, yet the skill ceiling climbs surprisingly high for the dedicated."
"A monumental tactical RPG from Quest. Commanding a liberation army, real-time battles, a moral reputation system that reshapes the story, character alignment and multiple endings build a political fresco of rare density. A strategy peak on the N64, deserving devoted rediscovery."
"Disgaea D2 A Brighter Darkness is the western version of D2 with Laharl and Etna. Same welcome return to the classic cast, enriched mechanics. The definitive version for saga fans who love the original characters."
"Tactics Ogre: Reborn modernizes a tactical-RPG monument with a dark political tale where every choice carries weight. The per-battle card system and reworked difficulty divide opinion, yet the strategic depth and tone stay masterful. A serious overhaul."
