These video games have saved the industry and become the ancestors of thousands of new installments. What are they? Let's find out.
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25. Halo 2
Halo 2 is one of the most influential multiplayer games that transformed console gaming by introducing matchmaking, lobbies, and clans. It took a fairly successful genre on PC and made it popular on consoles, where almost no FPS had thrived yet. | © Bungie
24. Devil May Cry
Devil May Cry introduced the concept of style rankings based on player performance, which innovated the combat system and emphasized hardcore gameplay. | © Capcom
23. God of War
God of War has masterfully combined Greek mythology with a deeply personal story of the main antagonist, redefining action-adventure games. It has elevated storytelling by making seamless transitions between gameplay and cutscenes. | © SIE Santa Monica Studio
22. Need For Speed Underground
Need for Speed Underground has created a culture of street racing and deep car customization at the forefront of racing games. It also had the best progression system in the entire franchise. | © Electronic Arts
21. Battlefield 1942
Battlefield 1942 revolutionized multiplayer shooters by introducing large-scale battles, vehicular combat, and strategic team-based experiences, allowing players to immerse themselves in World War II in a whole new way. | © EA Digital Illusions CE
20. Diablo II
Diablo II perfected the action RPG formula and became one of the most influential games of all time. It let players create their own game, and its impact on game design is still felt today. | © Blizzard Entertainment
19. Assassin’s Creed
Assassin's Creed is a damn masterpiece, thanks to the amazing ambiance of the cities and the historic approach the game tried to take in comparison to the other open-world titles. This has redefined the whole perspective of narrative-driven games. | © Ubisoft Montreal
18. StarCraft
StarCraft is the biggest and most well-marketed RTS that has been the most successful in attracting a wide audience to the genre. It also became a cornerstone of esports, particularly in South Korea. | © Blizzard Entertainment
17. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare brought people what they wanted: a polished first-person shooter experience with modern combat and cinematic storytelling. Its single-player campaigns set new standards for the genre, and finally killed the constant shooter-gallery gameplay that CoD had become famous for. | © Infinity Ward
16. Defense of the Ancients
Defense of the Ancients is a predecessor of most popular multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) games. It has an innovative blend of strategic teamplay and hero-based mechanics. | © Eul Steve Feak
15. Final Fantasy VII
Final Fantasy VII was one of the first RPGs that introduced 3D characters, multiple camera angles, and outstanding visuals. Combine this with a compelling plot and well-developed characters, and you have the recipe for instant success. | © Square Enix
14. Street Fighter II
Street Fighter II revolutionized the fighting game genre by being the most innovative experience of its time. It refined combat mechanics and had a massively diverse roster for the time. | © Capcom
13. Grand Theft Auto V
Grand Theft Auto V set new standards for RPGs, combining the massive open-world, unbridled criminal action, and immersive story with funny humorous content. It also had a groundbreaking online multiplayer. | © Rockstar Games
12. Half-Life 2
Back in 2004, Half-Life 2 showed the world what first-person shooter games are capable of. The game introduced the most original weapons, very realistic NPCs, and circular saw blades to chop zombies. | © Valve Corporation
11. Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas was absurdly ambitious and innovative for its time. It's larger than the biggest RPG and has more story than the heftiest adventure game. | © Rockstar Games
10. Minecraft
Being the best-selling game of all time, Minecraft has revolutionized open-world sandbox gameplay, allowing players to construct virtually anything they imagine, from simple structures to cities and complex machines. | © Mojang Studios
9. Counter-Strike
Counter-Strike has not only defined the industry of first-person tactical shooters, but also significantly popularized competitive esports. Its impact on the gaming industry is indisputable. | © Valve Corporation
8. Mortal Kombat
The original Mortal Kombat wasn't as polished as Street Fighter, but it served as a gateway into the fighting game community for millions of people worldwide. | © Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
7. The Sims
The Sims introduced some of the very first life-simulation mechanics, trying to create a virtual environment with unprecedented freedom and creativity. Today, you can barely name something you can't do in Sims. | © Electronic Arts
6. Final Fantasy I
Final Fantasy I was the game that pretty much created the way we understand active-time battles. It introduced key RPG elements like a class system, deep narrative, and vast fantasy world. | © SquareSoft
5. Doom
Doom significantly helped to solidify first-person shooters in the gaming industry, as well as set new standards for action-packed gaming. It also significantly popularized online multiplayer and modding communities. | © Bethesda Softworks
4. World of Warcraft
World of Warcraft built one of the strongest gaming communities of all time, where clans become families, uniting with each other for the same goals. It also redefined character progression in MMORPGs. | © Blizzard Entertainment
3. Pac-Man
Pac-Man revolutionized arcade gaming and maze-chase gameplay and set the new standard for level design. It's truly iconic. | © Namco
2. The Legend of Zelda
The original Legend of Zelda created several important features (including the save function) that have become industry standards these days. It gave gamers as much freedom as possible and introduced an open-world concept. | © Nintendo
1. Super Mario Bros
Super Mario Bros is one of the most successful classic video games that made gaming appealing and accessible to everyone. Anyone could control Mario, and millions great to love it. | © Nintendo
These video games have saved the industry and become the ancestors of thousands of new installments. What are they? Let's find out.
