I'm 41. I stopped playing video games at 30. At 35, Shenmue 3 had a kickstsrter and I got back into games and at 38, I went back and started playing old school games I missed and have average 25 a year since.
My sports pick that every gamer should play is NFL Blitz!!! I’m a 90s kid and man it was so much fun and you didn’t have to be a great gamer to have a lot of fun!
Fax. SSX falls kinda short in the sports category, imho. Having so much realistic games (FIFA and NBA2K before microtransactions, etc.), even THPS gives you more punch than SSX. I'd still go with NBA Jam because I'm also a 90's kid and I mean... How could the all time arcade collector ever not be the top dog, right?
Yup. I made the mistake of playing ME2 first, and then hating 1 when I played it, and not so much liking 3. I wish I'd played 1 first so I appreciated just how damn good 2 was after. Playing 2 first, I had expectations 1 and 3 would be nearly as good, and both were half as good. Then I played Andromeda, which hit home just how perfect ME2 actually was. Easily a 10/10 game
@@pittibarlin8692 yea you kinda made a mistake there, not that i hate the first mass effect i remember it fondly but mass effect 2 was just a "sequel done right" in every way and when i played it after the first one i was hooked to the series, it jumped from being "a cool universe" to the best "sci fi videogame" with the second one. Only some weird purists like to bash mass effect 2 calling it "casual", i agree they made it more casual...but at the same time so much more fun,better looking,more immersive less clunky more interesting.
Definitely! The ME trilogy is among my favorite games ever. I'm currently playing through the Legendary Edition, and so far it certainly lives up to the original. I'm just hoping they finally fixed the infamous 'Blackout glitch', but I'll find out soon enough.
@@pnut3844able this is exactly why I preferred ME1. Sniping was very difficult but got easier as you pumped points into the ability, just as it should be. I didn't enjoy how ME2 just became an action game. Also having a universal cool down for abilities instead of a cool down for each ability meant you couldn't do combos anymore and made abilities a lot less useful and fun. I used to love lifting an enemy and combining it with push to throw them into space.
I have a bit of an embarrasing question... You know pretty early on in the game I dont remember after which section but when you get introduced to your new ship. Well im kinda stuck Im not sure how I visit a planet or where Im supposed to go to start the story who am I supposed to talk to? Ive been wandering aimlessly and just stopped playing after that Im so confused
Agreed with this big time. Would absolutely watch more iterations of this, even reiterations with the same categories but different games, just because!
Best puzzle game for me is Portal 2. That game is just perfection. Incredibly well designed levels and mechanics. Hilarious voiceover work, great music. I am begging for a current gen remake of the 2 portal games! 🙏🏻
My goat puzzle game is Baba is you. You should definitely check it out. If you were able to beat portal 2 on your own, baba is you is gonna be a great challenge.
Yea I feel like he shouldn't have said Tetris for the same reason he didn't say original Mario Bros. Yes Tetris is a puzzle game no question but yeah, Portal 2 should have been at least an honorable mention.
Eyso it is sometimes said that a game is only as good as the amount of time it takes it to introduce a red explosive barrel next to an enemy. Half Life takes that overused concept of lazy game design and makes it the center of some brilliant puzzles. That’s a classic.
I remember reading and article about game design, and during some test games for some game (can't remember which one) the developers noticed that NONE of the test players where shooting at the barrels. Why? Because they wheren't red, but green.
Bought it the day it came out at Toys-R-Us, was probably about 8 at the time. Had my allowance money saved up and ready to go. Probably the only game I bought when I was a kid that I hadn't even seen anyone play before because it was so hyped, everyone just knew Nintendo was not fucking around! It did not disappoint. Just the right amount of difficulty. Achievable to pass even without a save/password mechanism, but not something you can beat in 10 minutes like SMB1. Hard to even include 2 in there because it was a very different game. Agree with @Chuck Smith, I usually play the all stars one, cause they did an amazing job just updating the graphics while keeping 100% of the gameplay.
yeah the voice acting really elevates the game with classic quotes. Love the "welcome....TO MY LAIR" and Wheatley trying to get to jump off of the platform surrounded by spikes at the end of the game. If you actually do he even has an alternate voice line that is hilarious.
@@cliffshockley4406 There's no such thing as a game that's "for everyone", I know a lot of people who don't like GTA5 yet they do enjoy Zelda. No top 10 list will ever match "everyone" no matter what you choose.
I was skeptical going into this video, but then the very first game on the list is one of my all time favorites. Well played sir, well played. You may continue.
What i love about these videos, is that a 50 year old man is still so dedicated to video games. Lots of people lose interest as the years go by. And I've been asked multiple times if "I'm not too old" to be playing and collecting.
@@shaun8062 That's' not what I said at all :) I just said that a lot of people lose interest as they grow older. I'm 40 myself, so it wasn't a negative comment.
2k football on Dreamcast was great. Better than madden. Then Madden bought the rights to NFL and has been stunted ever since. I've played it every year for the roster updates but I think competition would have been good for the series.
My personal list: 1. Minecraft - easy to understand but open to limitless possibilities. It's also pretty much a cultural touchstone now 2. Super Mario Galaxy - incredibly unique & creative 3D platformer with a surprisingly deep story 3. Portal 2 - the portal gun is probably the most interesting mechanic ever conceived for a video game. No other game feels quite like it. 4. Tetris - same reasons you mentioned in the video. It's timeless 5. Stardew Valley - the definitive cozy simulation game. Perfect for anyone who wants a nonviolent video game that is still fun to play 6. The Last of Us - demonstrates the narrative & cinematic potential of video games better than anything else I've played 7. Overcooked - my family's go-to local multiplayer game, and most of them don't play video games. Always a blast to fire up 8. Skyrim - the base game itself is great, but the modding community is what truly makes it special. It's a game that you can bend and tweak to be whatever you want it to be 9. Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask - as much a piece of artwork as it is a game. Its haunting imagery and themes stick with you long after you've turned the console off 10. Hollow Knight - my favorite game of all time. Beautiful, challenging, intriguing, addicting, the crown jewel of metroidvanias
A good idea for a video would be games you've not finished. Either due to time or lost interest etc.. If you look at the achievements, very few people actually finiah the story in many games.
Yeah, I've been playing games since the 80s, and I think I've only completed 40% of the games I've played. Unnecessary grinding, not being able to save at convenient points, stupidly long and boring boss battles and just repetitive gameplay (stand up Assassins Creed) have made me shelve a game forever.
I'm still sad I never finished GTA: Vice City... Got really really far and then got frustrated with a shooting missions because of the wonky controls...
If I were to take your formatting I'd go: RPG - Xenoblade Chronicles Platformer - Super Mario World FPS - Doom Puzzle - Tetris Open World - Zelda BOTW Racing - F-Zero GX Sports - SSX Tricky 3D Platformer - Super Mario Galaxy 3rd Person Action Adventure - Resident Evil 4 Strategy - C&C: Red Alert
I could agree with this list a lot more than with the list in the video. Maybe 3-4 games I could argue about: Racing: Burnout Revenge 3rd person action: Devil May Cry 3 Strategy: Warcraft 3 - TFT
You are awesome! It’s so enjoyable to just hear the passion that you pour into the games - and it’s not because you have to be positive - well this is a best of video, but generally… you just pour energy into everything you do. It feels so great to listen to your voice over these games. You’re doing a great job. I’m a bit late to this video, but keep this stuff up. You’re doing a great job!!!
I was thinking the same thing, I beat the single player and had my friend help me play the Co-op. I don’t think I have ever had more fun playing a game than playing the co-op
I immediately went to the comment section after the end of the video to look for this comment! Portal 2 is such an amazing game, I was just blown away by it. Everything in this game is amazing: the puzzles, the ambiance, the story, the level design... Like some other people I understand why it isn't on the list but it deserved at least an honorable mention :)
I mean, it's because he's right. Maybe people who never got the chance to play crash mode with friends or at a party won't get it. But once you try it with a group of people, you'll realize what a crime it is that it hasn't been replicated on modern hardware.
Burnout 3 is a gem of epic proportions because the sequels just never actually improved on it, and even removed key modes that made it great. Imagine a modern simultaneous multiplayer crash mode variation... Ugh.
@@MetalJesusRocks have you played the top down burnout crash mode game? If it's still available it was a digital only. I think i have it on my 360. Definitely helps fill that void.
RPG - Skyrim 2D Platformer - Super Mario World First Person Shooter - Call of Duty Black Ops II Puzzle - Portal 2 Open World - Red Dead Redemption 2 Racing - Mario Kart Wii Sports - Skate 3 3D Platformer - Banjo Kazooie 3rd Person Action/Adventure - Resident Evil 4 Strategy - Hearts of Iron IV I will say that this should be way bigger like a top 100 games every gamer should play, but this is my list based off of the video.
Halo3 Conker's Bad Fur Day Portal 2 Red Dead Redemption Resident Evil 4 LoZ Ocarina of Time Just a few games that I personally believe everyone should play at least once
Right? I hate how they portray their ads as independent reviews. "Hey guys, Lit mobile just sent me this. Let's check it out!" Deceptive marketing. BTW I didn't get a Lit mobile ad on this video. I got a Jews for Jesus ad, which is really surprising (I don't view any religious videos). I guess because it's a MetalJesus video?
@@lintangmuktiprabowo3993 I never played a zelda game. So I tried out Breath of the wild... after 2hours of it I eventually gave up because I had no idea what to do & kept dying to snow. Couldn't find safe passage to any of the shrines it told me to go to. I did do one of the puzzles, but it was confusing on controls. It's one of the worst experiences I ever had playing a new game. I decided to give Link's Awakening a try as well... surely it can't be that bad as BOtW... spent about 2-3hrs...on it and couldn't for figure out how to get through the first forest without being teleported back to the beginning... even after I got passed that... I got stumped on what came after. The town people were useless. Couldn't buy anything at the shop with rupees. I'm not sure if all zelda games are like this... but they feel way to hard for someone new to the franchise to get into & doesn't leave a good first impression considering everywhere on the internet giving praise to zelda games as a masterpiece. I really wanted to like it, but after trying out two different games.. It felt extremely overhwelming & exhuasting.
Was stoked to see Burnout and SSX on the same list. Both games were from the same dev team, and it shows. They knew how to make games that just felt right.
Honestly try out every game on this list. Including the ones where he goes “I love skyrim and breath of the wild buuuut” even try the ones before the but.
Breath of the wild makes me :( They didn't try very hard on the art direction, and the music for zeldas been going down the toilet ever since majoras mask
Mass effect 2, great call. Never played a game where all those decisions came home to roost like this game. Suicide mission is my favourite hour of gaming full stop.
I couldn't agree more. The suicide mission is just incredible. And this is coming from someone who grew up in the age of NES, SNES, etc. and didn't really play any new games after 2008 or so. However, Mass Effect made me take notice and wake up, as well as the original Dragon Age.
I've been much more picky when it comes to video games over the last ten years or so. Indie games seem to be better in a lot of ways, and I think it's because independent studios are more willing to take risks and try something new. I don't think I could ever make a list of games that everyone should play, partly because I'd first have to know what types of games a person likes. Just because I love certain games doesn't mean that most people would like them. I'd probably just recommend a few games that are really good and free.
These aren't my top ten favorites and it doesn't really fit your one per genre rule, but these are the 10 games that I think every gamer should play Bioshock, Mass Effect 2, Shadow of the Colossus, Dark Souls, Final Fantasy 7, Silent Hill 2, Pokemon Firered/Leafgreen, Super Smash Bros Melee, Banjo Kazooie, Halo 2
@@speedwaynutt I honestly got bored and ultimately annoyed by the takedowns, got in the way of the arcade style racing. Also the graphical style from 3 onwards was just less arcade vibrant and more COD gritty which didn't sit with me well.
I actually lean more toward Burnout Revenge, 360 version. The enhanced visuals help a lot, the traffic checking - while many don't like this - allows for more traffic on the tracks to increase the excitement, and I feel the sense of speed and intensity is a bit higher.
Wow, this is an excellent video. This is an EXCELLENT list. I agree that if someone is trying to decide which game to play. One could enjoy most of these games right off the bat.
I noticed how many of these games are more or less the kind that lets you explore the environment, go nuts, play around with the game’s mechanics and figure out creative ways to proceed. You definitely have a favourite genre, I’m guessing you also enjoyed the PREY reboot and Vampire the masquerade bloodlines if you ever played either.
@@domenicodipippo1957 I've beaten both multipe times :D And you're right, didn't even mentioned them all. But I love when game is or has immersive sim elements in it. Nothing can top the atmosphere for me in those games. I hope C2077 will scratch that itch or that someone with enough resources and talent will take over System Shock 3.
I'd buy Burnout 3 takedown remastered in a heartbeat. its so good, he was still thinking of the game while doing the sports section and used the same title card @ 13:04
My list would be: RPG: Divinity Original Sin 2. Honorable mention - Shin Megami Tensei 4. 2D Platformer - Castlevania Symphony of the Night. Honorable Mention - Hollow Knight. FPS: Metro 2033. Honorable mention - F.E.A.R. Puzzle: 999 (does it count?). Honorable mention - Lumines. Open World: Yakuza 0. Honorable mention: Death Stranding. Racing: Dirt Rally 2.0. Honorable mention - Need for Speed Underground 1. Sports: NCAA Football 14. Honorable mention - Fifa Street 2. 3d Platformer: Jak 3. Honorable Mention - Crash Bandicoot Warped. 3rd Person Action Adventure: Prince of Persia Warrior Within. Honorable mention - Onimusha 3 (kinda I guess). Strategy - StarCraft 2. Honorable mention: Xcom 2. More honorable mentions: Witcher 3, Red Dead Redemption 2, The Last of Us 2, Fallout New Vegas, Judgment, Nier 1 and Automata, Metal Gear Solid franchise, Bloodborne, Shadow of War, Dragon Quest XI and Builders 2. And probably many more...
First of all, amazing shirt! Secondly, I can only imagine how difficult it was to only select a handful of games for this list! Cheers and rock on, Metal Jesus!
I played on original Xbox, it’s a Pirate simulator!! I remember getting really old and saving it, before I went into port to divvy up the loot. It forced me to retire. I reloaded my save and played it for like 10 more years. I was swinging the rapier like it was the big heavy sword. Great game
Idk- it just never seems to develop for me. Like I get that there’s a story, but it’s so hard to get to it. Several hours worth of destroying stuff with pirate ships tho
You forgot Minecraft, that’s it’s own magical category , that’s what got me into gaming and that’s what keeps me there. If you haven’t played the 2nd best selling game of all time your missing out
@alan caprock You mean shudder? Also, I support you GalacticGames, I also think Minecraft deserves a spot in the spotlight, even if it may not be in my top ten games, I can see why it makes other people's top lists.
@alan caprock You catch on quick, that was precisely my intention, but just like I knew you meant “shudder”, you already knew my intentions as well. What exactly about liking Minecraft makes you “shudder”? A normal, non-dick response would be “I disagree” or “I think Minecraft has a lot of issues that people don’t really address which is why I’m glad he didn’t include it” but you went with “You just made me shutter.” And IMO my response was warranted
I totally share the same feeling / frustration over EA constantly re-releasing Burnout Paradise for every console and in HD at every chance they have, while it was Burnout 3 Takedown / Revenge that was the most defining game of that series, which is sorely missing an updated HD version for modern PC / Consoles.
olley drum we would love to and everybody knows that, but the problem is that Chrono Trigger already got a remake for the Nintendo DS a few years ago and this lowered the possibilities of another remake in short terms. I know the nostalgia will bring us back this gold piece at some point in the future, but today that date is uncertain.
I know I am late to the party, but here are my games that everyone should play: RPG: Mass effect 2 (or fallout new vegas, but ME2 is more accessible) 2D platformer: Celeste FPS: Titanfall 2 Puzzle: The Talos Principle Open world: Elden Ring Racing: Mario Kart Wii (not much of a racing enthousiast) Sports: Wii Sports Resort (same thing here, generally dont like sports games) 3D platforming: Super Mario Galaxy 1 3rd person Action/Adventure: Uncharted 4: A thief's end Strategy: into the breach (not a fan of the genre generally) Other categories: Metroidvania: Hollow Knight (Ender lilies as an honorable mention) Visual novel: The house in Fata Morgana (Katawa Shoujo as honorable mention) JRPG: Ys 8: Lacrimosa of Dana (Persona 4 as an honorable mention) Action/RPG: Dark souls 3 (if possible DS1 & DS3, because they are very nicely connected worldbuilding wise) Simulation: Papers please Souls-like: Code vein Action: Metal Gear Rising Revengeance (Honorable mention to Yakuza 0) Stealth: Dishonored 1 Survival Horror: The last of us
@@dablindscooter1973 Gotta agree on that. I have played it through and for sure it's not a bad game. But I would still put like Elder Scrolls Oblivion or Witcher 3 to higher place than botw. Botw is overall good, yet it doesn't have anything spectacular, but Oblivion still has maybe the most gorgeous soundtrack and was really advanced title on many levels back then. Then Witcher 3 has so much better atmosphere in it, plus on par soundtrack too.
I wouldn’t say OOT is a must play, other than nostalgia reasons I don’t see why it’s a must play. Of course if you’re a Zelda fan then it is but otherwise it doesn’t really do anything that puts it in the “must play” category. I would put games such as Portal 2 (for its unique puzzle solving) Last of Us Part 1 (for its cinematic level story telling and characters) and I would throw a Final Fantasy game in there as well because everyone seems to have a favourite, it’s just tricky deciding which one I would recommend.
Man, I haven’t seen one of your vids in years since I used to watch with my dad as a kid! So glad this vid popped up on my feed just looking around youtube. Seems I have a great taste in games because I nearly guessed a few of these. Great vid, love ya MetalJesus!
Yeah, Celeste is amazing, but the thing is, it´s a precision platformer; It´s hardcore. So you can´t really "recommend it to everyone" because most people kinda suck.
@@phillipmorin2905they're both incredible games, but Celeste still has better platforming imo. HK's platforming mostly shines in combat (i.e. Colosseum) or The White Palace
Celeste was a fucking bore. The whole thing looked and played the same beginning to end. I cannot believe the hype it gets. Massively overrated in my opinion.
I'd have to disagree with mass effect 2 for the rpg category, I feel like it's more of a 3rd person open world like uncharted. I would've picked earthbound or chrono trigger or ff7. I think they really Kickstarted ideas for future rpgs
+1 for Chrono Trigger. The fact that it has múltiple endings and son many things to discover (for example the different ítems depending on what time you open the chests), just amazing.
@@neilanderthal3694 I agree with TundraFox. Turn based RPGs can be very hard for many to get into. Most are very long games and have alot of reading and story to follow and remember. a more casual gamer ,which is the majority of gamers, are not gonna sink dozens and dozens of hours into a 90s JRPG. A game like Mass Effect 2 is very easy to pick up and play as well as very easy to follow and enjoy.
There are so many great games. I remember when I first fell in love with gaming on the Sega console. Now I am retired and gaming has become my favorite thing again? My wife say I spend way to much time gaming! It's nice to be able to afford the best gear. I can't wait to show the world of gaming to my grandchildren when they get a little older!!
So absolutely correct on Burnout 3. I can't stand the open world versions. Just keep praying they will release a new or remastered version of the classic burnout. Well done sir.
You forgot 1 genre: point & click like Nancy Drew series And if I can add: Resident Evil series for Survival Horror Fire Emblem series for Tactics Harvest Moon, The Sims, Animal Crossing for Simulation Last but not least Downhill Domination for Bike Racing
Great choices, MJ! I would actually love to see this series revisited from time to time! Like, “Ten More Must-Play Games” or whatever. Anyway, great video and I’ll have to check a few of these out that I never got around to!
Right on the money, METAL JESUS! A perfect "cross section" of 10 genres, and great "starting point" (entry level) games within each. P.S. For the love of the gaming gods, if at all possible, in future videos could you put the name of the game on the screen for any and all gameplay footage? Often I see a second or two of a game, and I'm like, "that game looks freakin' awesome!" or "I remember that game, but don't recall the name!" ... That would totally rock. Metal style. \m/
Agree or put a list of featured games used in the video below in the description. Also make sure the game title matches the footage being shown. Footage for SSX Tricky has the game name for burnout 3 takedown shown at he start when it was playing.
Dark Souls was the best series I've ever played. Praying for part 4. I liked Bloodborne as well, but I want less 'games like dark souls' and more real Dark Souls games.
@@CarrotConsumer Bloodborne is a completely different game. similar mechanics, weapons and stat managing. However, the pace and play style is like night and day with the two game series. Bloodborne is fast and aggressive, forcing you to attack first. While Dark souls games are slow and defensive, trying to make you wait for an opening, or to dodge/block/parry an attack, then strike once. In dark souls you absolutely cannot be greedy, while Bloodborne is all about getting in as many hits as possible before dodging the next attack and going back in.
Great choices. Missing VR category might be HL Alyx and mention Lone Echo. Other than that, kudos and try to make this in 1 year to see what would change.
My honorable mentions (all genres and all consoles): Final Fantasy 12, GTA San Andreas, The Last Of Us, Warcraft 3, Unreal Tournament, Crash Team Racing, Super Mario 64, Nier Automata, Gran Turismo 4, Goldeneye 64, Pokemon Platinum, Crash Bash, Overwatch, Need For Speed Prostreet, Digimon Rumble Arena, Motorstorm Pacific Rift, Shadow of Colossus, Tekken 6, Battlefield 1, Guitar Hero 3
100% agree. 3 & 4 were great imo. Also for survival horror, Eternal Darkness (GameCube). Super Metroid (well any Metroid) like the video poster said, I could go on and on and on...
I banned myself from playing that game. It was too addictive. It scared me how many hours I could play it without needing food, drink, friendship...the toilet.
@@kamekosby935 no, it's an older PC game. You can buy it on GOG though and I cannot recommend it enough. It is such an amazing game. I've been playing it since I was a kid, I'm 22 and the last time I played it was a few days ago. It's actually insane how fun it is. No game has ever captivated me the same way besides like, pokemon
I actually started playing it with my kids a few weeks ago and it is still great. But I agree with his pick of Civ. I guess that is the game series I played the most.
First person shooter everyone should play??? Timesplitters 3. Funny, innovated, can play against bots, level challenges, 100+ characters to unlock, interesting storyline, just perfection
I would say my favorite 2D platformer would have to be Castlevania: Symphony of the Night. I know its an RPG but it also fits into the 2D platformer genre. Would fit great in either, regardless, it's still a must play.
@@shawnpatterson2230 I enjoyed Aria but I found myself even more drawn into Dawn of sorrow. All those games are really well done though. Order of Ecclesia is great too....just harder than the other ones
So many games... only one life to live.. my wife is always telling me I play way too many games... I’m 65 yrs old! 😂
I'm 41. I stopped playing video games at 30. At 35, Shenmue 3 had a kickstsrter and I got back into games and at 38, I went back and started playing old school games I missed and have average 25 a year since.
At least you still have a wife...
teach me your ways. Have games looking for a wife
Tell her to get in the Godam kitchen
@@1georgekitchen Soo, the lesson is, don't stop playing video games??
13:04 Metal Jesus loves Burnout 3 so much he used its title card for SSX Tricky.
Ahahhahaah i see that too !!! Burnout 3 Takedown is in everywhere......kkkkkk
of course he does its an amazing game
I love the Snowboard event in Burnout 3!
Has one of the best soundtracks too
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My sports pick that every gamer should play is NFL Blitz!!! I’m a 90s kid and man it was so much fun and you didn’t have to be a great gamer to have a lot of fun!
NBA Jam, though.
@@donf4227 ya kinda a basketball version of Blitz, in my opinion, cool streaks, “he’s on fire” 🔥
NBA Street 2
@@Walrus286 agree all in that over the top sport game!!
Fax. SSX falls kinda short in the sports category, imho. Having so much realistic games (FIFA and NBA2K before microtransactions, etc.), even THPS gives you more punch than SSX. I'd still go with NBA Jam because I'm also a 90's kid and I mean... How could the all time arcade collector ever not be the top dog, right?
I am 73 and still playing
@chadethphlang3 what was the 1st game system you had ?😮😮
@@cryptocsguy9282 sticks and stones
Cool😎
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“Why Mass Effect 2? That seems a little weird, right?”
Everyone who’s played ME2: “Makes perfect sense.”
Yup. I made the mistake of playing ME2 first, and then hating 1 when I played it, and not so much liking 3. I wish I'd played 1 first so I appreciated just how damn good 2 was after. Playing 2 first, I had expectations 1 and 3 would be nearly as good, and both were half as good.
Then I played Andromeda, which hit home just how perfect ME2 actually was. Easily a 10/10 game
@@pittibarlin8692 yea you kinda made a mistake there, not that i hate the first mass effect i remember it fondly but mass effect 2 was just a "sequel done right" in every way and when i played it after the first one i was hooked to the series, it jumped from being "a cool universe" to the best "sci fi videogame" with the second one.
Only some weird purists like to bash mass effect 2 calling it "casual", i agree they made it more casual...but at the same time so much more fun,better looking,more immersive less clunky more interesting.
exactly
Came here to say this lol.
Hell yeah me2
I remember being addicted to Mass Effect being unable to sleep playing it so much haha. ME2 was perfection.
I hated how ME2 took so much of the RPG element away
Absolutetly. The second ME was not only a thrilling action game. It was very emotional and I fell in love with some of the characters.
Definitely! The ME trilogy is among my favorite games ever. I'm currently playing through the Legendary Edition, and so far it certainly lives up to the original. I'm just hoping they finally fixed the infamous 'Blackout glitch', but I'll find out soon enough.
@@pnut3844able this is exactly why I preferred ME1. Sniping was very difficult but got easier as you pumped points into the ability, just as it should be. I didn't enjoy how ME2 just became an action game. Also having a universal cool down for abilities instead of a cool down for each ability meant you couldn't do combos anymore and made abilities a lot less useful and fun. I used to love lifting an enemy and combining it with push to throw them into space.
I have a bit of an embarrasing question... You know pretty early on in the game I dont remember after which section but when you get introduced to your new ship. Well im kinda stuck Im not sure how I visit a planet or where Im supposed to go to start the story who am I supposed to talk to? Ive been wandering aimlessly and just stopped playing after that Im so confused
This would make an awesome recurring series. 10 MORE!
yes! with more categories. fighting game, horror game, simulation games etc.
that's a good idea, just kind of ironically keep releasing the top 10 must play games over and over with different games
Agreed with this big time. Would absolutely watch more iterations of this, even reiterations with the same categories but different games, just because!
I was about to suggest this!
Great idea!
Best puzzle game for me is Portal 2. That game is just perfection. Incredibly well designed levels and mechanics. Hilarious voiceover work, great music. I am begging for a current gen remake of the 2 portal games! 🙏🏻
Portal 2 was pretty tough.
My goat puzzle game is Baba is you. You should definitely check it out. If you were able to beat portal 2 on your own, baba is you is gonna be a great challenge.
Yea I feel like he shouldn't have said Tetris for the same reason he didn't say original Mario Bros. Yes Tetris is a puzzle game no question but yeah, Portal 2 should have been at least an honorable mention.
Honestly, screw "best puzzle game", portal 2 is just my "best game" in general lmao
The Switch is about to get Portal 1 & 2, so that might mean there’s a remaster in the works for the other consoles (as well as PC).
17:13
Epic gamer moment "I'm going to shoot this red barrel and it'll explode"
>shoots barrel
>nothing happens
SEE!! I'm not alone!! HAHAHA
Check 5:04 and 5:34. To me that's kind of the difference between a classic and a non-classic (sorry mr. Rocking Metaljesus)
Eyso it is sometimes said that a game is only as good as the amount of time it takes it to introduce a red explosive barrel next to an enemy. Half Life takes that overused concept of lazy game design and makes it the center of some brilliant puzzles. That’s a classic.
So what I know right? We still see them in current games which just wrong.
I remember reading and article about game design, and during some test games for some game (can't remember which one) the developers noticed that NONE of the test players where shooting at the barrels. Why? Because they wheren't red, but green.
You needed a "Survival Horror" category... Silent Hill, Resident Evil, etc.
Trust me. He’s got lots of videos on just that . Peep it. (One of the best categories)
ahem...Alien Isolation...
No no no, for sure resident evil 1 or 4
Silent hill 2 is a must
Silent Hill 2
I still say Super Mario Bros. 3 is my all-time favorite. Glad to see it on here.
Agreed
It's really hard to argue against that.
Yep, my biggest struggle is whether to play the original NES or the SNES remake in All Stars that I grew up on!
Bought it the day it came out at Toys-R-Us, was probably about 8 at the time. Had my allowance money saved up and ready to go. Probably the only game I bought when I was a kid that I hadn't even seen anyone play before because it was so hyped, everyone just knew Nintendo was not fucking around! It did not disappoint. Just the right amount of difficulty. Achievable to pass even without a save/password mechanism, but not something you can beat in 10 minutes like SMB1. Hard to even include 2 in there because it was a very different game. Agree with @Chuck Smith, I usually play the all stars one, cause they did an amazing job just updating the graphics while keeping 100% of the gameplay.
@@craigmjackson that story shook me bro
For puzzle game, I'd put Portal 2 as my recommendation. Excellent mix of story and puzzles, and superb voice acting.
Honestly the genre ranking is so weird and wrong. Agreed tho.
yeah the voice acting really elevates the game with classic quotes. Love the "welcome....TO MY LAIR" and Wheatley trying to get to jump off of the platform surrounded by spikes at the end of the game. If you actually do he even has an alternate voice line that is hilarious.
Even tho it's relatively old now, portal 2 really holds up as an experience
Not the first one?
@@michelvoortman4725 Portal 2 is everything the first one was plus some. If Portal 2 didn't exist the first one would have been my pick.
It feels refreshing to hear someone say thank you for subscribing instead of don't forget to like and subscribe
Wears Zelda shirt without puttin any Zelda’s on the list ***. AAAAHHHH
7:45 you schmupp
@@RandomHeroFromSpace Yeah, he mentioned Breath of the Wild, but he didn't put it on the list.
@@RandomHeroFromSpace Did you just use the abbreviation for 'shoot em up' as an insult?
I don't think Zelda is for everyone. I personally can't stand the series.
@@cliffshockley4406 There's no such thing as a game that's "for everyone", I know a lot of people who don't like GTA5 yet they do enjoy Zelda.
No top 10 list will ever match "everyone" no matter what you choose.
I was skeptical going into this video, but then the very first game on the list is one of my all time favorites. Well played sir, well played. You may continue.
What i love about these videos, is that a 50 year old man is still so dedicated to video games. Lots of people lose interest as the years go by. And I've been asked multiple times if "I'm not too old" to be playing and collecting.
never lose faith mate. if you love it you love it im 53 rock on bbc b ELITE !
@@shaun8062 That's' not what I said at all :) I just said that a lot of people lose interest as they grow older. I'm 40 myself, so it wasn't a negative comment.
Experience also pours from that dice decade dedication. It's a very sturdy list and pretty much covers everything gaming.
I can’t tell you how many hours i played SSX Tricky, hours and hours every Night for years. Loved it and miss it so much
Honestly after the intro of SSX the rest the game is downhill from there
My brother and I put hundreds of hours into SSX On Tour on GameCube. The soundtrack is amazing. One of the most nostalgic games in existence for me!
What do you mean miss it? You can still play it if you want to
I only have the PS4 so im hoping for a remaster and a remaster of the sabatour some beautiful day 😊
For me was SSX on tour, the most epic man, its was perfection, miss those days but i still have the game and PS2 so i still can play it 🫶
I loved sport games before micro transactions became a thing
Same. The 90s has some of the best sports games in my opinion.
The hayday of sports games were the 2000s
Offline is still good
Fifa Street was the best football game of all time
2k football on Dreamcast was great. Better than madden. Then Madden bought the rights to NFL and has been stunted ever since. I've played it every year for the roster updates but I think competition would have been good for the series.
Chrono Trigger should've gotten at least an honourable mention.
This
Chrono trigger is overrated imo
@@keithjohnson4420 IYO
Definitely my pick for RPG. Xenoblade and FFVII are close though
@@keithjohnson4420 Glad it is your opinion and not a fact.
My personal list:
1. Minecraft - easy to understand but open to limitless possibilities. It's also pretty much a cultural touchstone now
2. Super Mario Galaxy - incredibly unique & creative 3D platformer with a surprisingly deep story
3. Portal 2 - the portal gun is probably the most interesting mechanic ever conceived for a video game. No other game feels quite like it.
4. Tetris - same reasons you mentioned in the video. It's timeless
5. Stardew Valley - the definitive cozy simulation game. Perfect for anyone who wants a nonviolent video game that is still fun to play
6. The Last of Us - demonstrates the narrative & cinematic potential of video games better than anything else I've played
7. Overcooked - my family's go-to local multiplayer game, and most of them don't play video games. Always a blast to fire up
8. Skyrim - the base game itself is great, but the modding community is what truly makes it special. It's a game that you can bend and tweak to be whatever you want it to be
9. Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask - as much a piece of artwork as it is a game. Its haunting imagery and themes stick with you long after you've turned the console off
10. Hollow Knight - my favorite game of all time. Beautiful, challenging, intriguing, addicting, the crown jewel of metroidvanias
Excellent list! I definitely would put many of these games on my list as well
Great selection
Minecraft? Yesss!
cool list but i never liked MM especially since OoT is far ahead of it in every single aspect
A good idea for a video would be games you've not finished.
Either due to time or lost interest etc..
If you look at the achievements, very few people actually finiah the story in many games.
Yeah, I've been playing games since the 80s, and I think I've only completed 40% of the games I've played. Unnecessary grinding, not being able to save at convenient points, stupidly long and boring boss battles and just repetitive gameplay (stand up Assassins Creed) have made me shelve a game forever.
Also just grabbing a new game to check out and getting sucked into it. Then never going back to the game you were playing.
Good idea. Lots of great games but there's always one better.
I'm still sad I never finished GTA: Vice City... Got really really far and then got frustrated with a shooting missions because of the wonky controls...
@@MetalJesusRocks the big friendly giant! I'm going to have a dedicated games room like yourself. Always good content mate. Cheers!
If I were to take your formatting I'd go:
RPG - Xenoblade Chronicles
Platformer - Super Mario World
FPS - Doom
Puzzle - Tetris
Open World - Zelda BOTW
Racing - F-Zero GX
Sports - SSX Tricky
3D Platformer - Super Mario Galaxy
3rd Person Action Adventure - Resident Evil 4
Strategy - C&C: Red Alert
I could agree with this list a lot more than with the list in the video.
Maybe 3-4 games I could argue about:
Racing: Burnout Revenge
3rd person action: Devil May Cry 3
Strategy: Warcraft 3 - TFT
Red Alert 2 IMHO
F-Zero GX is one of my favorite games of all time, but I think that it's not for everyone.
Great list, by the way
Awesome choices. I'm with you
@@PatrickMurta I could never beat the second race on story mode, but as a local multiplayer game it was one of the best.
Katamari Damacy, that is the one game that I can show to anyone of any age and they immediately want a turn.
Never heard of it but will look it up and try to get my hands on it.
I gotta agree. Katamari is simple fun, yet so outlandish and funny. Its really a game unto itself without any peers.
You are awesome! It’s so enjoyable to just hear the passion that you pour into the games - and it’s not because you have to be positive - well this is a best of video, but generally… you just pour energy into everything you do. It feels so great to listen to your voice over these games. You’re doing a great job. I’m a bit late to this video, but keep this stuff up. You’re doing a great job!!!
I was really hoping to see Portal 2 on this list.
EXACTLY my thoughts buy I understand why he put tetris because its iconic.
Thank. You. For me it's the obvious pick for game everyone should play
Yeah that was a real let down not seeing Portal on this list.
I was thinking the same thing, I beat the single player and had my friend help me play the Co-op. I don’t think I have ever had more fun playing a game than playing the co-op
I immediately went to the comment section after the end of the video to look for this comment! Portal 2 is such an amazing game, I was just blown away by it. Everything in this game is amazing: the puzzles, the ambiance, the story, the level design... Like some other people I understand why it isn't on the list but it deserved at least an honorable mention :)
I've heard the cuisanart port is decent, but I have Doom II on my Kitchen-Aid.
My electric razor has an excellent port of DOOM II! (True story)
(not really )
Hey Riggs
Love your comments John Riggs
And I, on my T.I 84 plus calculator, I consider a counsel lol
You gotta try it on KitchenAid64, though.
10:00 He's gonna say Burnout, he's gonna say Burnout, he's gonna say Burnout, of course he said Burnout. I love Burnout 3.
I'm as predictable as next Thursday. 🤪
@@MetalJesusRocks don't jinx us! Lol
I mean, it's because he's right. Maybe people who never got the chance to play crash mode with friends or at a party won't get it. But once you try it with a group of people, you'll realize what a crime it is that it hasn't been replicated on modern hardware.
Burnout 3 is a gem of epic proportions because the sequels just never actually improved on it, and even removed key modes that made it great.
Imagine a modern simultaneous multiplayer crash mode variation... Ugh.
@@MetalJesusRocks have you played the top down burnout crash mode game? If it's still available it was a digital only. I think i have it on my 360. Definitely helps fill that void.
RPG - Skyrim
2D Platformer - Super Mario World
First Person Shooter - Call of Duty Black Ops II
Puzzle - Portal 2
Open World - Red Dead Redemption 2
Racing - Mario Kart Wii
Sports - Skate 3
3D Platformer - Banjo Kazooie
3rd Person Action/Adventure - Resident Evil 4
Strategy - Hearts of Iron IV
I will say that this should be way bigger like a top 100 games every gamer should play, but this is my list based off of the video.
You're channel has healed me as a person and all I can say it thank you I love watching your videos are relaxing and very comforting!!
Same thing here.. It helps my anxiety.
Halo3
Conker's Bad Fur Day
Portal 2
Red Dead Redemption
Resident Evil 4
LoZ Ocarina of Time
Just a few games that I personally believe everyone should play at least once
I think you forgot Portal 2...
And The Last of Us
Good list
@@aresk9406 sony exclusive third person action adventure walking sims don't deserve a place
@@catethps try The last of us on grounded Mode and Come back
I will never, ever buy a Lit mobile solar wireless battery pack.
Lol, I see that commercial all time now.
But you could use it to look at you Dr Squach balls soap in the dark!! 😋
auntie panda - Sad, dry balls.
Right? I hate how they portray their ads as independent reviews. "Hey guys, Lit mobile just sent me this. Let's check it out!" Deceptive marketing.
BTW I didn't get a Lit mobile ad on this video. I got a Jews for Jesus ad, which is really surprising (I don't view any religious videos). I guess because it's a MetalJesus video?
It’s LEGIT a good product
Soooo🤷♂️
This is why I watch your vids man! Agreed on so many of these, Half life 2, Mario odyssey, uncharted 2!! Spot on video man 👌🏻
The ssx series is amazing! Some of the most fun I've ever had playing a game. I would also include Chrono Trigger and Ocarina of Time.
Ocarina Of Time 🔥🔥🔥
@HJHJ HJHJ the original is a bit dated, there's plenty gameplay issue. But i love the 3ds port
@@lintangmuktiprabowo3993 I never played a zelda game.
So I tried out Breath of the wild... after 2hours of it I eventually gave up because I had no idea what to do & kept dying to snow. Couldn't find safe passage to any of the shrines it told me to go to. I did do one of the puzzles, but it was confusing on controls. It's one of the worst experiences I ever had playing a new game.
I decided to give Link's Awakening a try as well... surely it can't be that bad as BOtW... spent about 2-3hrs...on it and couldn't for figure out how to get through the first forest without being teleported back to the beginning... even after I got passed that... I got stumped on what came after. The town people were useless. Couldn't buy anything at the shop with rupees.
I'm not sure if all zelda games are like this... but they feel way to hard for someone new to the franchise to get into & doesn't leave a good first impression considering everywhere on the internet giving praise to zelda games as a masterpiece. I really wanted to like it, but after trying out two different games.. It felt extremely overhwelming & exhuasting.
I’m surprised chrono trigger or ocarina of time didn’t appear on the video’s list. Same with portal 2
Legend of Zelda- Ocarina of TIme~~~~~~!!!! i remember crying when i beat it bc it was over! best game of my childhood for suuuuuuureee
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If only the water temple never existed
Guy Farting The Water Temple is excellent
Breath of the Wild is the best Zelda
@@Malus1531 it's awesome, but I wouldn't say it's the best.
@@Malus1531 Have you played Ocarina of Time?
I really have to agree on Burnout 3 on the list. What a trip down memory lane.
remastered version hit the nintendo switch store.... told nintendo to take my money
Same here
@@renardleterrible6791 wait are you serious????
Was stoked to see Burnout and SSX on the same list. Both games were from the same dev team, and it shows. They knew how to make games that just felt right.
Alex Rae yes sir, Burnout 3 Paradise is out as of last week I believe.
Heavy rain was such an amazing experience for me definitely one of my top games
Monkey Island, Command & Conquer and Sim City 2000 are always going to be on my list.
I would add Streets of Rage 2 as a brawler and I have a weak spot for Prince of Persia Sands of Time.
Good list, Sir. May I suggest adding Age of Empires II to your list.
Love Sim City 2000!
Honestly try out every game on this list. Including the ones where he goes “I love skyrim and breath of the wild buuuut” even try the ones before the but.
Breath of the wild makes me :( They didn't try very hard on the art direction, and the music for zeldas been going down the toilet ever since majoras mask
@@dankhill6851 breath of the wild is amazing
@@dankhill6851 the music is a completely different kind
I found Botw overrated sadly. Felt so empty in contrast to how people were treating it
@@youngmingo103 it is pretty empty, after 100 hours it gets boring for me
Mass effect 2, great call. Never played a game where all those decisions came home to roost like this game. Suicide mission is my favourite hour of gaming full stop.
I couldn't agree more. The suicide mission is just incredible. And this is coming from someone who grew up in the age of NES, SNES, etc. and didn't really play any new games after 2008 or so. However, Mass Effect made me take notice and wake up, as well as the original Dragon Age.
The whole game was a build up to thst suicde mission yeah as a set piece. ME1 better in my opinion though. Far better in fact
My ps3 broke as I started that mission, lost my save and never went back to the game. Please take your comment back.
I've been much more picky when it comes to video games over the last ten years or so. Indie games seem to be better in a lot of ways, and I think it's because independent studios are more willing to take risks and try something new.
I don't think I could ever make a list of games that everyone should play, partly because I'd first have to know what types of games a person likes. Just because I love certain games doesn't mean that most people would like them. I'd probably just recommend a few games that are really good and free.
These aren't my top ten favorites and it doesn't really fit your one per genre rule, but these are the 10 games that I think every gamer should play
Bioshock, Mass Effect 2, Shadow of the Colossus, Dark Souls, Final Fantasy 7, Silent Hill 2, Pokemon Firered/Leafgreen, Super Smash Bros Melee, Banjo Kazooie, Halo 2
Good list. We have a couple of cross overs.
Fire red great choice. What do u think of lets go pikachu?
Banjo Kazooie is the perfect 3D platformer. It improved the great Mario 64 in every way.
Meh
That's a good list.
We need a multi-platform "Burnout 3: Takedown" remastered version
Indeed !Such a great game . One of my all time favorites
Awesome game
Part 3 was cool. Part 2 was hooooooly Shit!!!! ❤️
Toss up for me between Takedown and Revenge.
I played it on PS2. Underrated game, so much fun!
Burnout 3 has aged well,looks decent,Controls great,rocking soundtrack and still one of the best arcade racing games ever.
But isn't as good as 2... (in my humble opinion!)
@@dcashley303 2 is great but that takedown feature is what made me love 3 and revenge more .
@@speedwaynutt I honestly got bored and ultimately annoyed by the takedowns, got in the way of the arcade style racing. Also the graphical style from 3 onwards was just less arcade vibrant and more COD gritty which didn't sit with me well.
I actually lean more toward Burnout Revenge, 360 version. The enhanced visuals help a lot, the traffic checking - while many don't like this - allows for more traffic on the tracks to increase the excitement, and I feel the sense of speed and intensity is a bit higher.
Best game soundtrack ever.
Honestly, great list. Personally I'd choose Chrono Trigger and Uncharted 4 for their respective categories but, your picks were really solid.
Age of Empires is also a really good Strategy game.
i still play that to this day since it came out 20 years ago lol. I was in high school when the original released.
Age of Empires II made me not sleep during the week so I could play when everyone was sleeping
My favorite! I still play it all the time.
original AoE 2 and Starcraft both right at the top of strategy list
Aoe2 is bigger then ever.
But for my money, pvp aside, age of mythology is the most fun to play by yourself.
Wow, this is an excellent video. This is an EXCELLENT list. I agree that if someone is trying to decide which game to play. One could enjoy most of these games right off the bat.
He didn't include any fighting games,the list is flawed
DeusEx
System Shock 2
Silent Hill 2
Alien: Isolation
Dishonored
Jak & Dexter
GTA: Vice City
Dragon Age: Origins
I don't think a lot of people understand how perfect silent Hill 2 is. Great list, man
I noticed how many of these games are more or less the kind that lets you explore the environment, go nuts, play around with the game’s mechanics and figure out creative ways to proceed. You definitely have a favourite genre, I’m guessing you also enjoyed the PREY reboot and Vampire the masquerade bloodlines if you ever played either.
@@domenicodipippo1957 I've beaten both multipe times :D And you're right, didn't even mentioned them all. But I love when game is or has immersive sim elements in it. Nothing can top the atmosphere for me in those games. I hope C2077 will scratch that itch or that someone with enough resources and talent will take over System Shock 3.
Jak & Dexter.. Now that would make for an interesting game!
An unusual list! Dont see these games cited as much. Can tell you really play games and don't just go with popular opinion. Great list
Cannot even imagine how difficult it must have been to compile this list. Sooooooooo many games, so many consoles, genres, incredible task.
I'd buy Burnout 3 takedown remastered in a heartbeat.
its so good, he was still thinking of the game while doing the sports section and used the same title card @ 13:04
Everytime I hear Criterion is making a new Need for Speed, my hearts sinks a little bit and I weep for what could have been.
Man, I was so stoked he chose it. It's by far my favorite racing game ever
Same
Try flatout 2, great racing game.
My list would be:
RPG: Divinity Original Sin 2. Honorable mention - Shin Megami Tensei 4.
2D Platformer - Castlevania Symphony of the Night. Honorable Mention - Hollow Knight.
FPS: Metro 2033. Honorable mention - F.E.A.R.
Puzzle: 999 (does it count?). Honorable mention - Lumines.
Open World: Yakuza 0. Honorable mention: Death Stranding.
Racing: Dirt Rally 2.0. Honorable mention - Need for Speed Underground 1.
Sports: NCAA Football 14. Honorable mention - Fifa Street 2.
3d Platformer: Jak 3. Honorable Mention - Crash Bandicoot Warped.
3rd Person Action Adventure: Prince of Persia Warrior Within. Honorable mention - Onimusha 3 (kinda I guess).
Strategy - StarCraft 2. Honorable mention: Xcom 2.
More honorable mentions: Witcher 3, Red Dead Redemption 2, The Last of Us 2, Fallout New Vegas, Judgment, Nier 1 and Automata, Metal Gear Solid franchise, Bloodborne, Shadow of War, Dragon Quest XI and Builders 2. And probably many more...
Where resident evil 4
You chose fifa street over NFL and NBA street your list is invalid now
Where is gta sa
Jesse Steven so since you disagree it’s bad? Sounds legit
Last of Us 2 and Death Stranding? You have unique tastes
First of all, amazing shirt! Secondly, I can only imagine how difficult it was to only select a handful of games for this list! Cheers and rock on, Metal Jesus!
Dude started talking and said 1: Mass Effect 2 .....🤝
Sid Meier's Pirates! Me and my friend used an entire weekend playing that on his C64. The never-ending adventures in that game is awesome
This game has reincarnated on so many platform. C64, Amiga, Wii, PC, Xbox... Pirates!, Pirates Gold..... so many hours playing them all
I played on original Xbox, it’s a Pirate simulator!! I remember getting really old and saving it, before I went into port to divvy up the loot. It forced me to retire. I reloaded my save and played it for like 10 more years. I was swinging the rapier like it was the big heavy sword. Great game
Still playing the 2004 version after 10+ years, so damn fun
I still have a floppy disc version somewhere, such a great game
Idk- it just never seems to develop for me. Like I get that there’s a story, but it’s so hard to get to it.
Several hours worth of destroying stuff with pirate ships tho
Honestly I would recommend the portal games, their absolutely incredible puzzle adventures
I almost included Portal in the honorable mentions but the video was getting long. Great answer!
The cake is a lie
Take away the Valve brainwashing and you wouldn't say that.
You forgot Minecraft, that’s it’s own magical category , that’s what got me into gaming and that’s what keeps me there. If you haven’t played the 2nd best selling game of all time your missing out
@alan caprock You mean shudder?
Also, I support you GalacticGames, I also think Minecraft deserves a spot in the spotlight, even if it may not be in my top ten games, I can see why it makes other people's top lists.
@alan caprock
You catch on quick, that was precisely my intention, but just like I knew you meant “shudder”, you already knew my intentions as well.
What exactly about liking Minecraft makes you “shudder”? A normal, non-dick response would be “I disagree” or “I think Minecraft has a lot of issues that people don’t really address which is why I’m glad he didn’t include it” but you went with “You just made me shutter.” And IMO my response was warranted
It's a best selling game everyone and their moms know of that game. Seems pointless to include it
The drifting in hotshot racing is exactly what I've been looking for in an arcade racer! TY MJ for mentioning this!
I totally share the same feeling / frustration over EA constantly re-releasing Burnout Paradise for every console and in HD at every chance they have, while it was Burnout 3 Takedown / Revenge that was the most defining game of that series, which is sorely missing an updated HD version for modern PC / Consoles.
Burnout Revenge and Split/Second are my very favorite racing games, as they both have unique mechanics that make them super exciting!
I’m almost through Split/Second myself. Such an underrated game
I prefer burnout 2 over 3 personally
Split second is great! If you like that ya gotta check out Blur if you haven't already. most underrated game ever
Chrono Trigger, I guess this suggestion needs no further explanation.
i was also gonna say Chrono... its just so good...
sly mind but will we get a remake?? 😔
olley drum we would love to and everybody knows that, but the problem is that Chrono Trigger already got a remake for the Nintendo DS a few years ago and this lowered the possibilities of another remake in short terms. I know the nostalgia will bring us back this gold piece at some point in the future, but today that date is uncertain.
What is that? A shooter?
Subtle Demise it’s a JRPG masterpiece.
I know I am late to the party, but here are my games that everyone should play:
RPG: Mass effect 2 (or fallout new vegas, but ME2 is more accessible)
2D platformer: Celeste
FPS: Titanfall 2
Puzzle: The Talos Principle
Open world: Elden Ring
Racing: Mario Kart Wii (not much of a racing enthousiast)
Sports: Wii Sports Resort (same thing here, generally dont like sports games)
3D platforming: Super Mario Galaxy 1
3rd person Action/Adventure: Uncharted 4: A thief's end
Strategy: into the breach (not a fan of the genre generally)
Other categories:
Metroidvania: Hollow Knight (Ender lilies as an honorable mention)
Visual novel: The house in Fata Morgana (Katawa Shoujo as honorable mention)
JRPG: Ys 8: Lacrimosa of Dana (Persona 4 as an honorable mention)
Action/RPG: Dark souls 3 (if possible DS1 & DS3, because they are very nicely connected worldbuilding wise)
Simulation: Papers please
Souls-like: Code vein
Action: Metal Gear Rising Revengeance (Honorable mention to Yakuza 0)
Stealth: Dishonored 1
Survival Horror: The last of us
I wish you have mentioned Zelda Ocarina of Time. A total classic and a MUST play for all gamers.
Breath of the Wild is better tho.
@@brett6239 They are both good in their own way. You are comparing a game that is 2 decades old to a new game. Have some decency.
@@brett6239 botw overrated asf
@@dablindscooter1973 Gotta agree on that. I have played it through and for sure it's not a bad game. But I would still put like Elder Scrolls Oblivion or Witcher 3 to higher place than botw. Botw is overall good, yet it doesn't have anything spectacular, but Oblivion still has maybe the most gorgeous soundtrack and was really advanced title on many levels back then. Then Witcher 3 has so much better atmosphere in it, plus on par soundtrack too.
I wouldn’t say OOT is a must play, other than nostalgia reasons I don’t see why it’s a must play. Of course if you’re a Zelda fan then it is but otherwise it doesn’t really do anything that puts it in the “must play” category.
I would put games such as Portal 2 (for its unique puzzle solving) Last of Us Part 1 (for its cinematic level story telling and characters) and I would throw a Final Fantasy game in there as well because everyone seems to have a favourite, it’s just tricky deciding which one I would recommend.
Simgames: Rollercoaster Tycoon. Still one of my favorite games!
Roller coaster tycoon might be my favourite series of all time. Plus it's spiritual successor Planet Coaster is amazing as well
I played that game so much when I was younger
Transport Tycoon is a MUST HAVE in the simgames genre! And you can have it for free with Open TTD.
@@stealthiscool Those games are a lot of fun, but for me it would be Theme Hospital and it's spiritual successor Two Point Hospital.
I'm more of a StarCraft guy if we're talking about 90's PC games
You need a stealth section as well, my favs are: Thief Gold, Thief 2, Splinter Cell and Deux Ex. I still play these today.
Splinter Cell Chaos Theory is my all time favorite game.
Hitman
Snake Eater and Phantom Pain if they count
Thief and assassins' creed
@@rasta7655 hell no. Metal Gear Solid (and maybe MGS2 if you must play another) all the way
Man, I haven’t seen one of your vids in years since I used to watch with my dad as a kid! So glad this vid popped up on my feed just looking around youtube.
Seems I have a great taste in games because I nearly guessed a few of these. Great vid, love ya MetalJesus!
Welcome back!
Highly recommend Celeste to everyone. Best 2D platformer I’ve ever played and an indie gem. It was probably my 2nd choice for game of the year 2018
Agree. Was my GotY when it released
For 2D I’d go hollow knight over Celeste
Yeah, Celeste is amazing, but the thing is, it´s a precision platformer; It´s hardcore.
So you can´t really "recommend it to everyone" because most people kinda suck.
@@phillipmorin2905they're both incredible games, but Celeste still has better platforming imo. HK's platforming mostly shines in combat (i.e. Colosseum) or The White Palace
Celeste was a fucking bore. The whole thing looked and played the same beginning to end. I cannot believe the hype it gets. Massively overrated in my opinion.
When you start a list with Mass Effect 2, you’ve earned my respect.
Mine was gone at that point. Different strokes I guess.
I'd have to disagree with mass effect 2 for the rpg category, I feel like it's more of a 3rd person open world like uncharted. I would've picked earthbound or chrono trigger or ff7. I think they really Kickstarted ideas for future rpgs
ME 1 is more of an rpg if you ask me they cut out so much when they made 2 and of course 3
This game definitely did not age well.
+1 for Chrono Trigger. The fact that it has múltiple endings and son many things to discover (for example the different ítems depending on what time you open the chests), just amazing.
I think he added mass effect 2 since rpg games arent a game for everyone because some people may find those rpg games boring
@@neilanderthal3694 I agree with TundraFox. Turn based RPGs can be very hard for many to get into. Most are very long games and have alot of reading and story to follow and remember. a more casual gamer ,which is the majority of gamers, are not gonna sink dozens and dozens of hours into a 90s JRPG. A game like Mass Effect 2 is very easy to pick up and play as well as very easy to follow and enjoy.
Current and ALL-TIME faves:
Hydro Thunder, H2Overdrive, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Rush 2, 1080, NFL Blitz, Mortal Kombat Komplete (MUGEN), MK2 Remix, Street Fighter 2: Champion Edition, Ultra SF2: The Final Challengers, Skyrim, Deadpool, Spider-Man Remastered,
There are so many great games. I remember when I first fell in love with gaming on the Sega console. Now I am retired and gaming has become my favorite thing again? My wife say I spend way to much time gaming! It's nice to be able to afford the best gear. I can't wait to show the world of gaming to my grandchildren when they get a little older!!
Point and click adventure game: The Secret of Monkey Island!
life is strange too
Day of the Tentacle
The Longest Journey
Definitely Monkey Island. I also loved the Broken Sword series.
Monkey Island 2. Both amazing!
So absolutely correct on Burnout 3. I can't stand the open world versions. Just keep praying they will release a new or remastered version of the classic burnout. Well done sir.
Nowadays, there's only one Baldur's Gate game that's a must-play!
You forgot 1 genre: point & click like Nancy Drew series
And if I can add:
Resident Evil series for Survival Horror
Fire Emblem series for Tactics
Harvest Moon, The Sims, Animal Crossing for Simulation
Last but not least Downhill Domination for Bike Racing
likely couldnt read the tiny text on FE 3H
How about fighting like Street fighter 2 turbo
Tekken...Mortal kombat
It wasn't about covering every single genre. It was about 10 games that he thought everyone should play. He just happened to separate them by genre.
Great choices, MJ! I would actually love to see this series revisited from time to time! Like, “Ten More Must-Play Games” or whatever.
Anyway, great video and I’ll have to check a few of these out that I never got around to!
Right on the money, METAL JESUS! A perfect "cross section" of 10 genres, and great "starting point" (entry level) games within each.
P.S. For the love of the gaming gods, if at all possible, in future videos could you put the name of the game on the screen for any and all gameplay footage? Often I see a second or two of a game, and I'm like, "that game looks freakin' awesome!" or "I remember that game, but don't recall the name!" ... That would totally rock. Metal style. \m/
Agree or put a list of featured games used in the video below in the description.
Also make sure the game title matches the footage being shown. Footage for SSX Tricky has the game name for burnout 3 takedown shown at he start when it was playing.
little sad he didnt add flight games... would have loved what his opinion would be like Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge
@@TheEvastarProject I'm pretty certain he's raved about that game in the past. Check his old Xbox videos.
You are really old school with Mario 3, HalfLife 2, Burnout 3, SSX 3. All of the game you mentioned are excelent.
Sorry for second comment. When the SSX footage starts it is labeled as burnout 3.
Yeah, that was me copying and pasting the lower third text and forgetting to change it like an idiot. DOH
George Lucas your footage?
@@MetalJesusRocks mistakes happen! Can't believe you responded to me, highlight of this year for sure!
I'm not the biggest fan of wearing merch but Led Zelda cracked me up
That shirt is sooo Metal Jesus
What about god of war chains of Olympus I’ve beaten it twice already
Now this is a good topic. Thanks MJ!
12:45 NBA Street 2
I really waited for Dark Souls in it's own category
Dark Souls was the best series I've ever played. Praying for part 4. I liked Bloodborne as well, but I want less 'games like dark souls' and more real Dark Souls games.
@@Pkilla80 Bloodborne is Dark Souls where it matters.
@@Pkilla80 hopefully Elden ring will be similar. But yes we need a proper souls game.
Dark Souls is my favorite game ever but it's absolutely not something everyone should play
@@CarrotConsumer Bloodborne is a completely different game.
similar mechanics, weapons and stat managing. However, the pace and play style is like night and day with the two game series. Bloodborne is fast and aggressive, forcing you to attack first. While Dark souls games are slow and defensive, trying to make you wait for an opening, or to dodge/block/parry an attack, then strike once. In dark souls you absolutely cannot be greedy, while Bloodborne is all about getting in as many hits as possible before dodging the next attack and going back in.
Where did you get the gameplay footage for this video? Because whoever played Super Mario Bros. 3 and Tetris here gave me so much anxiety.
holy shit lmao. glad I wasnt the only one puckering up like wtffffff
He almost always does his own game play footage
A few may be from World of Longplays, I saw their watermark during the clip for Half Life 2.
I see a man of culture, the list its amazing so good for you
Great choices. Missing VR category might be HL Alyx and mention Lone Echo. Other than that, kudos and try to make this in 1 year to see what would change.
Tenchu: Stealth Assassins on PS1. Amazing stealth gameplay and the best, most atmospheric music in a video game ever.
Omg fucking yes, it also had a map editor where you could create your own missions that alone was game changing !
100%
This game is a legend
Still waiting for a new Tenchu.....
@@BigBossHayabusa I understand Ghost of Tsushima was originally a Tenshu reboot.
My honorable mentions (all genres and all consoles):
Final Fantasy 12, GTA San Andreas, The Last Of Us, Warcraft 3, Unreal Tournament, Crash Team Racing, Super Mario 64, Nier Automata, Gran Turismo 4, Goldeneye 64, Pokemon Platinum, Crash Bash, Overwatch, Need For Speed Prostreet, Digimon Rumble Arena, Motorstorm Pacific Rift, Shadow of Colossus, Tekken 6, Battlefield 1, Guitar Hero 3
Dirt (1&2), F1 championchip, and bfme (1&2)
Strategy game: Heroes III of might and magic. Damn that's a good game
Still playing it today, love that game.
100% agree. 3 & 4 were great imo. Also for survival horror, Eternal Darkness (GameCube). Super Metroid (well any Metroid) like the video poster said, I could go on and on and on...
I banned myself from playing that game. It was too addictive. It scared me how many hours I could play it without needing food, drink, friendship...the toilet.
@@kamekosby935 no, it's an older PC game. You can buy it on GOG though and I cannot recommend it enough. It is such an amazing game. I've been playing it since I was a kid, I'm 22 and the last time I played it was a few days ago. It's actually insane how fun it is. No game has ever captivated me the same way besides like, pokemon
I actually started playing it with my kids a few weeks ago and it is still great. But I agree with his pick of Civ. I guess that is the game series I played the most.
Damn I have no idea why RUclips never sent me to your channel or let me know u were around... Extremely easy listening, and great scripts!
First person shooter everyone should play??? Timesplitters 3. Funny, innovated, can play against bots, level challenges, 100+ characters to unlock, interesting storyline, just perfection
Timesplitters 2 is also amazing (as long as you un-invert the controls in the options)
'and he's got some time on his hands'
Not mentioning the pandemic to keep the video evergreen? I appreciate the word play.
youtube will blacklist your channel if you mention coronavirus?
Do you remember the first time you played ocarina of time ?
Man do I miss those times
That is the first 3 D open-world game. GTA gets too much credit for it
Christmas 1998, yes i remember :) Still the best game of all time.
My favorite game ever
Pure heaven man
I love the Speak and Spell, definitely my favorite part of that backdrop.
The *WHOLE* Command & Conquer Red Alert series
Expect third game was boring to me. I liked other 2 and then Tiberium sun is great as well.
Rubber boots reporting!!!!
Command & Conquer for n64...perfection
hell march intensifies...
Generals played 1000 of hours
ME2 was a huge part of my teen years! Such an amazing game. Stellar cast, great gameplay, good graphics, story is spectacular!
Here's a few of my picks:
Rise of Nations
Halo 3
Ratchet & Clank
Portal 2
Great list, although IMO R&C2 would have been a better pick because of the NG+, better weapons, some more open levels, etc.
Just wanted to stop by and say you have a new subscriber! I honestly subbed for your kick-ass name alone, but I'm definitely staying for the content!
Zeus: Master of Olympus. Rarely brought up, one of the most overlooked masterpieces in real time strategy city building.
Loved how the gods in that game were a mix of helpful and antagonistic.
dude, great video! was gonna skip through, but ended up watching it all! very entertaining
I would say my favorite 2D platformer would have to be Castlevania: Symphony of the Night. I know its an RPG but it also fits into the 2D platformer genre. Would fit great in either, regardless, it's still a must play.
Best game of all time in my eyes. First thing I thought of when I saw the title of this video.
@@dovie_corporation They are underrated as well. Aria of Sorrow was fantastic.
@@shawnpatterson2230 I enjoyed Aria but I found myself even more drawn into Dawn of sorrow. All those games are really well done though. Order of Ecclesia is great too....just harder than the other ones
They are excellent but I would say metroid games slightly better.
Civilization 2 is the only game, to THIS day, where I've completely forgotten about eating and drinking.
For an entire day.