Retro Classics That Still Hold Up

Ranked list by Jonas Weber · 10 items · 0 likes

Old games I keep going back to. Great design does not age.

Super Mario All-Stars + Super Mario World Game · 1994
Perfect controls and endless charm. A masterclass in level design.
Sonic Mania Plus Game · 2018
Speed, colour and a love letter to the originals. Pure joy.
Monkey Island Special Edition Collection Game · 2011
Funny puzzles, a great hero and the best insult duels around.
Star Control II Game · 1992
Quirky aliens and big ideas. A space adventure with a lot of personality.
Mega Man Legacy Collection 2 Game · 2017
Tough, rhythmic and brilliantly tuned. Great soundtracks too.
Heroes of Might and Magic III: Horn of the Abyss Game · 2003
One more turn syndrome in its purest form. Still ridiculously addictive.
Life Force Game · 1988
A weird, glorious arcade shooter. Short, loud and loaded with attitude.
Arc the Lad II Game · 1996
A cult tactical RPG with a lot of charm for genre fans.
Ultima Online Game · 1997
A chaotic, pioneering world that shaped online games. History you can play.
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Trials and Tribulations Game · 2013
Witty writing and wonderful sprite work. Objection, this game is delightful!