25. Goldeneye 007 - N64
It's not the first game that revolutionized the world of FPS, however to me it's the game that made a huge difference in how I saw first person shooters, and how future FPSes should be made. There has been many hours spent in this game with my friends. The first time when FPS was extremely competitive, and besides, who doesn't remember setting proximity mines on a box of proximity mines not yet spawned yet...oh yeah. I know I do. God, me and my friends need an N64 night, and soon.
24. Resident Evil - Playstation
The genre that started survival horror. Possibly, there may have been others before it...i.e. Splatterhouse. However this game freaked me out immensely. Is it the best one in the series? No, but man it started it all. This game spawned other great series...a la Silent Hill, and the Suffering. Games that have freaked me out to no end. If it wasn't for the Resident Evil series, we wouldn't have them. This is why Resident Evil has made this list.
23. Tony Hawk Pro Skater - N64/Playstation/Dreamcast/Gameboy Color (to some extent, Nokia N-Gage...smh)
The game that spawned the ollie, 900, and every grind you can think of. I loved Tony Hawk, I love the fact that this was a game that I wanted to constantly beat with every character, just so I can see all the awesome videos in them. Simply, and I mean simply amazing. Great times, and no, I wasn't one of those kids that started skate boarding after this game. I'm not stupid enough to kill myself on this jib...ugh.
22. Uncharted 2: Among Thieves - Playstation 3
This was a game/series I never wanted to play. I didn't want to believe in the hype. I didn't want to go on this Tomb Raider knock off with a guy named Nathan Drake...it was idiotic and a moot point. But I drank the Kool Aid, and not even a lot of it, and I was hooked. It was Uncharted 1 that made me play. It was Uncharted 2: Among Thieves that will make me never want to miss another Uncharted game. Seriously, it is a cinematic video game, and when you start it, you're waking up from an entirely different world. Great, great, great, game.
21. Tetris - Too Many Platforms to Name
Wei...why the fudge are you adding Tetris to this mix? Seriously what are you thinking dude? I'll tell you what I'm thinking. This is the game that is the basis of all puzzle games. Whether you want to believe it or not, without Tetris, we have no other puzzle game. A little respect should be shown to one of the greatest puzzlers around, and besides all of that. The music, it's so good...just thinking about it now I can hear it in my head. Doo do do do do dodo...now imagine Bono doing that in his Irish accent...classic.
20. Counter-Strike - PC
Counter Strike defined what a squad base FPS should ever be like. With no Counter Strike, you have no COD, No Battlefield, No Black Ops. This is what every game has stride to become. I loved CS, from the beta stages, to 1.6 to even GO. It has amused me to no end, and will always have a place in my heart. From me and WT playing it non-stop in our computer cafe in our basement, to playing Source with Posef. The game was always fun and different. It was never you against an AI, but mano y mano, and that's what made this game perfect. By the way, still hate AWPers...damn cheaters.
19. God of War - Playstation 2
I learned more about Greek Mythology from this game than I did from school. No I didn't but, seriously this game is fantastic, and every subsequent game after this was awesome. Seriously, you kill Ares the God of War and Kratos becomes the next God of War. If you never played this game, it's an experience. You have puzzles, amazing story, and action that is beyond belief. Lets play this game, cause yes, I've just picked up the HD pack.
18. Left 4 Dead - PC/Xbox 360
Zombies, why wouldn't there be a zombie game on my list, yes I know I added Resident Evil, but I don't know where that game series is going. So, I'm definitely adding a squad/team base game where we must survive a zombie apocalypse. It has always been my dream to play a game with my friends trying to survive an end of the world situation. I wish all my friends could get online and play this game, cause it's just the true meaning of survival. Share health packs, revive players, why wouldn't this be a good game? It just would be, and it is. I love it, and every now and then I go back to it. Fun is all, just plain old fun.
17. Mario Kart 64 - N64
I may have never been the best Mario Kart player ever, but this game provided so much fun for me and my friends. It's amazing how much you want to punch a person, or just keep laughing when playing this game. I swear, if Anthony ever pulls that stupid shortcut off on the beach, I will punch him in the face...see how that works there. It's just an awesome racing game. I always fall off on Rainbow Road...I hate this game.
16. Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec - Playstation 2
2 racing games in a row? What?!! No seriously, I loved this game. The Gran Turismo series reached its pinnacle at 3. There have been better racing games since then. However, back in my day, nothing compared to GT3. I loved cars growing up, I could've never actually afford a real car at the time, but this made all my fantasies come true. I loved ever moment of this game. I loved it so much I even brought a $150 Logitech steering wheel, my friends made fun of me, but you know what, worth every penny. Every once in a while, I'll plug in my PS2, plug the pedals and steering wheels in, and let this game spin. I drive the Trueno, Skyline, even 240SXs. It was so much fun, any car you could dream of, it was in there, and of course the sounds and physics were so real, and modding a car? Forget about it, N/A tuned or drop in a turbo, the decisions were all yours, and suspension and everything else. Your choice buddy. Your choice. That's what made this game so great. *Sigh* I need to play me some GT3.
15. Super Mario World - Super Nintendo
One of the greatest side-scrollers ever. Well, to me it was. I was a completionist when it came to this game. If there was a secret area, a color block, or anything else along those lines. Super Nintendo was an awesome gaming system, one of my favorites, and this game placed its place in history for me when I discovered star road. Yeah, that just happened.
Okay folks, I just gave you my first 15, and now it's coming down to the wire here. For all you Sega Genesis fans out there sorry there hasn't been much yet, however there are a couple coming up. Well, we'll see.
14. Streets of Rage 2 - Genesis
Oh man, what a beat'em. This was one of the first games I've ever played that was a beat'em up. There was always Final Fight, but I'm definitely all about Streets of Rage. It was a great time. Maybe it was more of the memory of how it happened. I spent a ton of my time with my friend Nathan, and he showed me a shit ton Genesis games, and it was great. Man, I wish I had Sega Genesis now.
13. Chrono Trigger - Super Nintendo
Do kids play RPGs as a child? Wasn't it always easier to just play side scrollers, shooters, and beat'em ups? Well for me, my first RPG that I've ever played is Chrono Trigger. I loved this game, this game not only had your usual fair of fighting and what not, but this was the first time where I had played a game with an actual storyline. Between the friendship and time travel, this game was amazing. I guess you can say this was the first game that has ever gotten me into real RPGs. Fantastic run this game had.
12. NHL 11 - Playstation 3/Xbox 360
I've always hated hockey, I never understood it, wasn't a huge fan. Then 2010 hit. If it wasn't for George, Dave, and Jay I would have never got into it. Oh, and that comeback against the Boston Bruins the Flyers made just helped signify my enjoyment of hockey. NHL 11, you know what it really did? It made me enjoy the game of hockey even more, and the fact that I've learned a majority of the rules from it doesn't hurt as well. The real reason why NHL 11 is on here is the fact is that this is where me Dave Jay and George started playing online against others, and now this is just a fantastic past time for me and my friends.
11. The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past - Super Nintendo
There could've been many Zelda games chosen. However, this is what truly defined a Zelda game. I loved a Link to the Past most, so many memories, so many great memories. Running across the screen, the swinging sword attacks, bombs, and power gloves. Wow, I think I might just start playing this game again. Zelda is amazing, there are many more that can be put on this list, but The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past will always be a classic that started it all.
So here we are, we've finally reached the top 10, and yes there are a ton of games that have not been said as of yet. I'm pretty positive there is a ton of people out there that are pissed off about this list. I would first like to say, well if you don't like it, get use to it. No seriously, get your own list if you hate this list, cause you're opinion is definitely ten times better than mine anyway. With no further ado...the top 10
10. Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas - Playstation 2
Grand Theft Auto III was the beginning of a new wave of 3D sandbox open goodness, and ever since then the Grand Theft Auto series continued and grew into an obscene animal. The game made changes and continued to be a huge monster of a series. Jay, you need to play GTA VI, you're really missing out. Anyway, GTA III revolutionized the series, it added so many different elements, it was just an amazing game, unfortunately though GTA VI had a few minor setbacks, and not that it was not a great game, it was a fantastic game, but there was just a few missing things is all. It didn't have that thing that GTA III had, and this is why GTA III has made the top 10.
9. Shadow of the Colossus - Playstation 2
One of the most innovative games of all time. The scope and level of this game is grand. Every aspect of this game, the story, the epic battles, the riding of the horse. This is a game of extreme magnitude. I can't explain it, it's just amazing, it's like a mix of Zelda, GTA, and whatever epic game you can think of rolled into this game.
8. Castlevania: Symphony of the Night - Playstation
The best Castlevania of all time. There has been none better since this, and the ones before it has not compared to this. Just the thought of playing Alucard and fighting against his father is making me wish I could buy this game for the PS3 on the PSN network. Like I said before, there has been no Castelvania like this game in a very long time, and playing in an upside down castle is just exciting to hear. Definitely wish I was playing this game now.
7. Half-Life 2 - PC
I honestly don't know how to explain this game. It's not just about the shooting, it's not just about the graphics. This game is all about the story-line. I'm still waiting guys, I'm still waiting, someone please complete episode 3 or hell just release Half-Life 3 already. I just want to know what happens...
6. Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!! - Nintendo
There was just no way I wasn't going to add Lil Mac on my list. This may have been one of my first game I've ever played. I remember the fights, I remember trying to have runs without getting hit. Hell I remember my favorite opponents. Soda Popinski, and Piston Honda, forget about it. That shit is amazing.
Finally, it's the top 5. These are the games that I can keep playing, over and over and over again. I love these next few games, not just because the story, but the place it has in my heart. I just like the fact that these next few games gave me so much joy in my childhood, whether they were game changers or not. To me, these were my favorite, and will always remind me why I love video games.
5. Ninja Gaiden - Xbox
This was one of my most favorite games for the Xbox. It was the challenge of it all. This may be one of the most hardest games I've ever played. I've played this game three times, each time on a harder setting. This is how I thought all Ninja games should be made, and it just did not disappoint at all. Thanks Tecmo for making a great Ninja Gaiden game that just didn't disappoint. I loved every minute of this game. I still have number 2 to play, but I haven't tried it yet. One of these days.
4. Fahrenheit or Indigo Prophecy - PC/Xbox/Playstation 2
I played this game on the PC, and never in my life would I feel like I would play a game that would bend my mind to a whole new level. This game starts off with you being mind control and killing someone, and from there you just don't want this game to end until you finally figure out what the french toast is going on. If you have never played this game before, you should definitely take the time and play this game. To this day I still think about it, and I just can't wait till I play Heavy Rain. Wow, just amazing.
3. Metal Gear Solid - Playstation
I honestly don't know how many times I have played Metal Gear Solid. This was the game and reason why anyone should have a Playstation. This was the most innovative stealth game of it's time, and for all you Splinter Cell fans...those games don't hold a candle next to Solid Snake, he's the man end of story. The entire cast really. My god this game is great, this entire series is excellent. Revolver Ocelot, Liquid Snake, Sniper Wolf...god damn this game was great. A cinematic movie, where you're actually playing in it, don't care how long the cut scenes were, the story is amazing, and that is why Metal Gear is number 3 on this list. SSSSNNNNAAAAKKKKKKKEEEEEEE!!!!
2. Final Fantasy VII - Playstation/PC
This is how the game looked on the Playstation and PC
This is how awesome it would look if re-released on Playstation 3
This game made a huge impact on my life. Is this the best Final Fantasy game ever made? Most people will definitely say it is not. Unfortunately I may have to agree with some. However, this was the most influential Final Fantasy to me. If it wasn't for this Final Fantasy, I would have never gone back to the older ones with the job systems and what not. To me, it was all about the story, and the characters. I've spent over 100 hours in this game. Do you know what it is like to find the correct nut and the correct chocobo to breed and race to get a golden chocobo? I do, I've done it. I've wasted a shit ton of time to do it too. I even got all the ultimate weapons for everyone, and yes, I even had that stupid task of killing that Ruby Weapon and Emerald Weapon...god that was a pain. And yes, when Aerith Gainsborough died (or Aeris, whatever) I definitely cried. That was way too sad for my liking back in 7th grade. :*(
1. Street Fighter II (Any iteration after Turbo Edition) - Many many systems
If you know me, then you knew this was going to be number one. You have no idea what this game means to me. This was the game that started it all for me. I learned everything from my big brother, then I took my gameplay to entirely new level. I wanted to learn every move, every super combo, every attack possible. It was a good time, and to this day I still play this game. At one point in my life I've owned over 4 different copies of Street Fighter at one time. It's the game that defined the whole entire fighting genre, and it deserves that respect. Is it number to everyone else? Unlikely, however this was my first real taste into the gaming world, and to me, there was no other game. I've played Street Fighter for over a year before I played anything else. This is what I knew most, and to this day I continue to play this game every once in a while just to relieve stress. Thank you Capcom for making one of the greatest games of all time.
Don't like the list, you don't have to. But seriously tell me where I went wrong. Would love to hear it.
Honorable Mentions:
Super Mario Bros.
Fallout 3
Battlefield 3
Mortal Kombat
NBA Jam
Tecmo Bowl
Pac-Man
Sonic The Hedgehog 3
Kingdom Hearts
Halo 2
Gears of War
Contra
Honorable Mentions:
Super Mario Bros.
Fallout 3
Battlefield 3
Mortal Kombat
NBA Jam
Tecmo Bowl
Pac-Man
Sonic The Hedgehog 3
Kingdom Hearts
Halo 2
Gears of War
Contra
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