Top 100 BEST Video Games of All Time
This video, originally produced by MojoPlays, ranks the Top 100 Video Games of All Time, celebrating the most influential, innovative, and unforgettable titles in gaming history. Spanning decades of releases and every major platform, the list highlights games that redefined genres, pushed technology forward, and left a lasting cultural impact on players worldwide.
What are the Top 100 Video Games of All Time?
The Top 100 Video Games of All Time is a curated ranking of games that represent the very best the medium has to offer. These titles are remembered not only for how fun they are to play, but for how they shaped the gaming industry, influenced future developers, and stood the test of time.
How the Rankings Were Determined
According to MojoPlays, each game is evaluated using multiple factors, including:
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Gameplay quality and replay value
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Innovation and originality
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Industry and cultural impact
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Influence on future games
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Enduring popularity across generations
This approach ensures the list reflects both critical excellence and long-term legacy, not just sales or short-term trends.
Games and Genres Featured
The countdown spans every era of gaming, from early arcade pioneers like Pong, Space Invaders, and Tetris, to genre-defining classics such as Super Mario 64 and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Modern masterpieces including The Last of Us, Elden Ring, Minecraft, Red Dead Redemption 2, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt also earn top placements.
A wide variety of genres are represented, including:
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Role-playing games (RPGs)
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Open-world adventures
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Platformers
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First-person shooters
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Survival horror
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Fighting games
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Indie classics
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Multiplayer and co-op experiences
Why These Games Matter
Each entry on the list demonstrates how video games evolved from simple entertainment into a powerful form of interactive storytelling, artistic expression, and competitive play. Many of these titles introduced mechanics, narratives, or design philosophies that are still used today.
Whether revisiting nostalgic favorites or discovering essential games for the first time, this ranking offers a comprehensive look at the titles that defined gaming history.
Video credit: MojoPlays
Which game deserves the top spot? Explore the full countdown and decide which video game truly stands above the rest.