Or, quite simply, they may have been surpassed by other games. Many games that left a mark and inspired future developers may not stand the test of time and be all that fun to play right now. While past versions of this list have put a big emphasis on a game’s impact and influence, we’ve essentially taken that out of the equation. Games in our top 100 have to measure up to a few key metrics: how great a game it was when it launched, how fun it is to still play today, and how much the game reflects the best in its class. This lead to some beloved games dropping off, and other games we previously missed being added. Just as importantly, we looked at the totality of the top 100 as it stood and asked ourselves a few key questions. Our list last saw a major update back in 2019, and since then, there have been several games released that deserved to be added. IGN’s Top 100 games list encompasses the best of the best throughout history, spanning generations of consoles, PCs, handhelds, and more.
