Super Mario Bros.
19859.5/10
The legendary platformer that saved the video game industry and introduced the world to Mario's iconic adventures.
Platformer
Retro Games Database
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The Legend of Zelda
19869/10
The game that created the action-adventure genre, featuring Link's first quest to save Princess Zelda and defeat Ganon.
ActionAdventure
Metroid
19868.5/10
Samus Aran's debut adventure combining platforming with exploration in a sprawling alien world filled with hostile creatures.
ActionAdventure
Mega Man 2
19889.2/10
The game that perfected the Mega Man formula with tight controls, memorable robot masters, and incredible music.
ActionPlatformer
Contra
19878.8/10
The ultimate run-and-gun shooter featuring Bill and Lance fighting alien invaders with intense action and cooperative gameplay.
ActionShooter
Duck Hunt
19847.5/10
The light gun game that introduced millions to shooting games, featuring ducks, clay pigeons, and the infamous laughing dog.
Light GunShooter
Final Fantasy
19878.3/10
The RPG that saved Square and launched one of gaming's most beloved franchises with its epic fantasy adventure.
RPG
Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!!
19878.9/10
The boxing game that made Little Mac a star, featuring colorful opponents and pattern-based gameplay leading to a showdown with Iron Mike.
SportsFighting
Castlevania
19868.4/10
Simon Belmont's gothic adventure through Dracula's castle, featuring challenging platforming and iconic horror atmosphere.
ActionPlatformer
Donkey Kong
19818/10
The arcade classic that introduced Mario (then Jumpman) and Donkey Kong in a construction site climbing adventure.
ArcadePlatformer