What are some of the best computer games of all time?
Here’s a list of some of the best computer games of all time across genres, celebrated for their innovation, storytelling, gameplay, and influence on gaming culture:
1. Action/Adventure
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (via emulation on PC)
- An open-world masterpiece offering unparalleled freedom and exploration.
Grand Theft Auto V
- A sprawling open-world crime saga with a gripping story and endless sandbox activities.
Red Dead Redemption 2 (PC Edition)
- A stunning Wild West epic with deep storytelling, incredible visuals, and immersive gameplay.
2. Role-Playing Games (RPGs)
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
- An expansive RPG where you can forge your own path as the Dragonborn in a vast fantasy world.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
- A narrative-driven RPG filled with morally complex choices and rich world-building.
Mass Effect 2
- A sci-fi RPG with an engaging story, memorable characters, and decisions that shape the galaxy.
3. Strategy Games
Starcraft II
- A real-time strategy classic with a compelling campaign and competitive multiplayer scene.
Civilization VI
- Turn-based strategy at its finest, letting you build and manage a civilization through time.
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition
- A timeless classic, revitalized with updated graphics and gameplay tweaks.
4. First-Person Shooters (FPS)
Half-Life 2
- A groundbreaking FPS with innovative physics-based gameplay and an iconic story.
DOOM (2016)
- A high-octane, modern reboot of the classic demon-slaying FPS franchise.
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS
)- A tactical shooter with deep mechanics and a competitive esports scene.
5. Survival and Sandbox
Minecraft
- The ultimate sandbox game, allowing endless creativity, exploration, and survival gameplay.
Subnautica
- An underwater survival game with a captivating story and stunning visuals.
Terraria
- A 2D sandbox with exploration, crafting, and combat.
6. Horror
Resident Evil 4 (Remake) (and Original)
- A revolutionary survival horror game with action-packed gameplay.
Amnesia: The Dark Descent
- A terrifying psychological horror experience.
Dead Space (2008 and 2023 Remake)
- A sci-fi horror classic set aboard a derelict spaceship.
7. Simulation
The Sims 4 (and earlier versions)
- A life simulation game that lets players create and control characters in a virtual world.
Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020)
- A stunningly realistic flight simulation game with an entire planet to explore.
Stardew Valley
- A charming farming simulator with RPG elements and an engaging story.
8. Online Multiplayer
World of Warcraft
- A genre-defining MMORPG with years of content and a dedicated fanbase.
Fortnite
- A battle royale sensation with vibrant visuals and creative gameplay modes.
League of Legends
- A massively popular MOBA with a thriving esports scene.
9. Indie Games
Hollow Knight
- A challenging yet beautiful Metroidvania with a deep lore and atmospheric world.
Undertale
- A quirky RPG with unique mechanics, humor, and emotional storytelling.
Celeste
- A platformer with tight controls, a touching narrative, and stunning pixel art.
Hollow Knight
- A challenging yet beautiful Metroidvania with a deep lore and atmospheric world.
Undertale
- A quirky RPG with unique mechanics, humor, and emotional storytelling.
Celeste
- A platformer with tight controls, a touching narrative, and stunning pixel art.
10. Stealth and Tactical
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain
- A stealth-action masterpiece with unparalleled freedom in gameplay.
Deus Ex: Human Revolution
- A cyberpunk RPG blending stealth, action, and a rich narrative.
Hitman (2016) (and sequels)
- A sandbox assassination game with endless replayability and creative freedom.
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain
- A stealth-action masterpiece with unparalleled freedom in gameplay.
Deus Ex: Human Revolution
- A cyberpunk RPG blending stealth, action, and a rich narrative.
Hitman (2016) (and sequels)
- A sandbox assassination game with endless replayability and creative freedom.

