Everyone has an opinion on the best video game of all time. However, only one title can stake a claim to the top-rated game. A new report reveals not just the best-reviewed game but also the most critically acclaimed gaming company.
A recent Best Sports Betting Canada study showcases the top ten games of all time. While recently released games make the list, an old classic tops them all. With a Metacritic average of 99/100, it’s the Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
Five of the top rated video games are all from Nintendo. In addition, entries from The Legend of Zelda, Super Mario, and Metroid franchises appear. This makes them the most acclaimed gaming company of all time.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
Metascore: 99/100
Released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998, Ocarina of Time is a landmark game for Nintendo. It brought the Zelda series into the world of 3D gaming. It has since been re-released several times for the Nintendo GameCube, Nintendo Wii, Wii U, and 3DS.
Soulcalibur
Metascore: 98/100
The late 90s fighting game debuted from Namco debuted in arcades. However, the 1999 Sega Dreamcast version boasts a 98/100 Metascore.
Since its debut, the Soulcalibur series has seen six releases with several spin-offs.
Grand Theft Auto IV
Metascore: 98/100
While people generally prefer Grand Theft Auto V, Grand Theft Auto IV places higher on this particular list.
The 2008 Rockstar Games title brings the franchise into high-definition gaming. The additional power of the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 takes the gameplay to new heights, something critics took notice of.
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 2
Metascore: 98/100
After the successful debut of the Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater franchise in 1999, a sequel was all but certain.
2000’s Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 2 is the fourth highest-rated video game ever. It improves upon the original’s visuals and control scheme. It remains the best-rated extreme sports game ever made.
Super Mario Galaxy
Metascore: 97/100
The Nintendo Wii sees not one but two Super Mario games to grace the system.
The first, Super Mario Galaxy, is a revolutionary platformer with a beautiful aesthetic and some of the best gameplay ever seen in a video game.
Super Mario Galaxy 2
Metascore: 97/100
Next on the list of top rated video games is the successor to the previous entry.
Super Mario Galaxy 2 isn’t afraid to introduce new ideas throughout the experience. What’s remarkable is that every idea works wonders and keeps players entertained throughout.
Metroid Prime
Metascore: 97/100
The Nintendo GameCube classic has aged like a fine glass of wine. The only key gripe with Metroid Prime is the control scheme.
Thankfully, the recent Nintendo Switch remaster addresses this issue.
Super Mario Odyssey
Metascore: 97/100
In the eyes of many, the Super Mario debut on Nintendo Switch is the best in the series.
Super Mario Odyssey is an amusement park for platforming.
Perfect Dark
Metascore: 97/100
A spiritual successor to GoldenEye 007, Perfect Dark is one of the best console FPS games ever made.
Developer Rare crafts an original story and characters and refines the gameplay mechanics from GoldenEye to perfection.
Red Dead Redemption 2
Metascore: 97/100
We wrap up this list of the top rated video games with the most recent title from Rockstar Games.
Red Dead Redemption 2 is an epic video game masterpiece that combines a beautiful narrative and cinematic gameplay.