https://www.definitiveversion.com/ 2026-04-09T04:18:33+00:00 https://www.definitiveversion.com/ https://www.definitiveversion.com/lib/exe/fetch.php?media=wiki:logo.png text/html 2024-10-04T01:33:36+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:best_in_series_tony_hawk&rev=1728005616&do=diff [NEW] BEST IN SERIES: TONY HAWK'S PRO SKATER The Tony Hawk series evolved in many ways over its multi decade run which saw numerous ups and some catastrophic downs. Sadly, it's looking like the series has gone on indefinite hiatus, but went out on top with a great re-release of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 and 2 for modern hardware. text/html 2025-12-12T01:18:36+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:breath_of_fire_4&rev=1765502316&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION OF BREATH OF FIRE IV ---------- One half of the Metroidvania equation and the inspiration for decades of indie games, Castlevania Symphony of the Night remains an important part of gaming history. I actually never owned the original, but the picture of Dracula's castle from the PS1 box art remains eternally burned into my brain from staring at it many times at my friend's house hoping one day I'd be able to afford it. Alas, by the time I could, I no longer had the tim… text/html 2024-12-20T01:05:21+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:castlevania_symphony_of_the_night&rev=1734656721&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION OF CASTLEVANIA: SYMPHONY OF THE NIGHT ---------- One half of the Metroidvania equation and the inspiration for decades of indie games, Castlevania Symphony of the Night remains an important part of gaming history. I actually never owned the original, but the picture of Dracula's castle from the PS1 box art remains eternally burned into my brain from staring at it many times at my friend's house hoping one day I'd be able to afford it. Alas, by the time I could, I no l… text/html 2025-04-15T05:17:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:chrono_t&rev=1744694260&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION OF CHRONO TRIGGER ---------- One of the most beloved games of all time. Chrono Trigger boasts a charming cast of characters with a deep and engaging story. It's an absolute classic, and it still holds up today. <div> <ins class="epn-placement" data-config-id="fffb7bac963ae10c3ea39db8"></ins> </div> RELEASES <div> <ins class="epn-placement" data-config-id="fffb7bac963ae10c3ea39db8"></ins> </div> text/html 2025-04-01T00:43:44+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:chrono_trigger&rev=1743468224&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION OF CHRONO TRIGGER ---------- One of the most beloved games of all time. Chrono Trigger boasts a charming cast of characters with a deep and engaging story. 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SONY PLAYSTATION Bloodborne MICROSOFT XBOX Rumble Roses NINTENDO Mario Strikers text/html 2025-01-26T02:59:15+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:donkey_kong_country&rev=1737860355&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION OF DONKEY KONG COUNTRY ---------- Yo playa, you got any dem pre-rendered graphic I been hearin' 'bout? RELEASES ---------- SNES - 1994 ---------- ---------- PROS: Best graphics and sound.CONS: Missing some features found in other releases such as harder difficulties, and additional minigames. text/html 2024-12-20T01:05:41+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:earthworm_jim_2&rev=1734656741&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION OF EARTHWORM JIM 2 ---------- If you'd like to experience absolute peak 90s in video game form. I highly recommend you immediately find a way to play Earthworm Jim 2. 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Which seems a little strange looking back. How incredibly loud and annoying that must have been, but I bet it made the place a few extra dollary doos. text/html 2024-12-20T01:06:08+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:front_mission&rev=1734656768&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION OF FRONT MISSION 1ST ---------- Mechs are back baby! With the release of Armored Core VI, a lot of eyes are on the genre. Well, technically, Front Mission is a tactics game, but I'd say it fits well within the overall umbrella of mech combat. Unlike most mech based games where you control one mech during combat, Front Mission gives you the ability to customize and control a team of mechs. Shockingly in 2022 a remake of Front Mission 1st was release, and both Front Mis… text/html 2025-03-04T06:39:54+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:goldeneye_007&rev=1741070394&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF GOLDENEYE 007 ---------- Bruh, Facility, slappers only, no screen peeking, and no Oddjob. RELEASES ---------- N64 - 1997 ---------- ---------- PROS: - Classic Goldeneye experienceCONS: - Hellish controls when playing on authentic hardware text/html 2025-03-09T19:53:27+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:gta_san_andreas&rev=1741550007&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF GRAND THEFT AUTO: SAN ANDREAS ---------- Nothing puts me in the mood for a warm mug full of piping hot coffee than a little Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. I think this hot coffee is my personal favorite hot coffee, and with a soundtrack full of hot coffee played over the perfect hot coffee of southern California. text/html 2026-03-17T22:00:36+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:gunbird_2&rev=1773784836&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF [NEW] GUNBIRD 2 under_construction text/html 2024-12-21T07:45:44+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:ikaruga&rev=1734767144&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION OF IKARUGA ---------- Bullet hell? Shmup? Puzzle game? You decide. ...Just kidding, it's a puzzle game. RELEASES ---------- ARCADE - 2001 ---------- ---------- PROS: - Trial modeCONS: - Vertical orientation only :!: text/html 2025-03-11T01:35:34+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:metal_gear_solid_3&rev=1741656934&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF METAL GEAR SOLID 3: SNAKE EATER ---------- With the release of Delta looming on the horizon, this article will need a refresher soon. I heard this game is good though. I should play it. RELEASES ---------- PLAYSTATION 2 - 2004 text/html 2024-12-20T01:08:15+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:metal_gear_solid&rev=1734656895&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION OF METAL GEAR SOLID ---------- Metal Gear Solid was an incredibly important release for both Sony and Konami. It's stealth action, memorable cast, and thrilling boss encounters felt like an experience that couldn't truly exist in any other medium. Too big for a film, and too eccentric for the page Metal Gear Solid was brought to life via the wizardry that is computer code. text/html 2025-03-11T01:31:33+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:metal_slug_x&rev=1741656693&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF [NEW] METAL SLUG X ---------- On top of its genre defining run and gun gameplay Metal Slug set the bar for pixel art as well. Huge bosses, multiple weapons, unique vehicles, and unending explosions keep the experience engaging and diverse. Even more fun with a friend. Don't miss it! text/html 2024-12-20T01:07:25+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:metroid_prime&rev=1734656845&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION OF METROID PRIME ---------- I almost forgot the Metroid Prime remaster even existed. It seems as though the hype was there, but it immediately fell off. I'd have to look back at the release window to see what exactly might have happened, however, I'm starting to think the nostalgia outweighed the desire. With Metroid Prime 4 still on the horizon (for now), it's a great time to revisit this series. text/html 2025-02-27T06:22:50+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:mortal_kombat&rev=1740637370&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF MORTAL KOMBAT ---------- 1993 baby. Mortal Monday. Greatest day of my life at the time. Begged my family for a copy of MK on the Genesis. Had to get straight A's on my report card. Bet those pussies thought I couldn't do it. Then, bang! 4.0 in their fucking faces. They still didn't want to get it for me due to all the media backlash and the MA rating on the cover, but too late bitches. They owed me, and it was time to pay, so pay they did. text/html 2025-03-11T01:21:10+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:nba_jam&rev=1741656070&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF NBA JAM & NBA JAM TE ---------- Generating over one billion dollars in arcades alone, NBA Jam was a certified hit. It built on the foundation of games like Arch Rivals, but its unique over the top dunks, paired with announcer Tim Kitzrow's legendary commentary kept players coming back for more. Not to mention the star power generated by its NBA license didn't hurt. text/html 2025-03-07T05:45:39+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:need_for_speed_most_wanted&rev=1741326339&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF NEED FOR SPEED: MOST WANTED ---------- Everything The Fast and Furious games should have been. Over the top characters and intense arcade racing come together in a way keeps this game relevant decades after release. text/html 2025-01-26T02:48:16+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:policenauts&rev=1737859696&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF POLICENAUTS ---------- More of an interactive buddy-cop film than a game, Policenauts is an extremely fun and surprisingly deep time capsule that is heavily inspired by 80s western cinema such as Lethal Weapon, and Bladerunner. text/html 2025-03-07T03:32:35+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:ratchet_and_clank&rev=1741318355&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF RATCHET & CLANK ---------- One of my first jumps into modern platforming. Ratchet and Clank was tough to put down as new and unique weapons were constantly dangled just in front of my nose. A cast of archetypical but lovable characters has kept players coming back to the series for every sequel, remake, and remaster for over a decade at this point. text/html 2025-03-11T01:31:25+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:resident_evil_2&rev=1741656685&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF [NEW] RESIDENT EVIL 2 ---------- Building on the groundbreaking mechanics of Resident Evil 1 Alone in The Dark. Capcom increased the size and scope in the follow up and created an even darker and more disturbing atmosphere that introduced some new characters that would become series staples. text/html 2025-03-11T01:31:16+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:resident_evil_4&rev=1741656676&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF [NEW] RESIDENT EVIL 4 ---------- Resident Evil 4 was a breath of fresh air in a stagnant survival horror landscape back in 2005. Somehow it has managed to withstand the test of time and plays great across multiple platforms. Although most likely unnecessary it's popularity birthed a remake that deserves to be in Definitive Version conversation. text/html 2025-03-07T04:12:31+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:resident_evil&rev=1741320751&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF RESIDENT EVIL 1 ---------- One of, if not the most important game of the 32-bit era, Resident Evil put survival horror on the map. Although others came before it, Resident Evil's atmosphere, pacing, and limited resources have become staples of the genre. Right now, in 2023 we are seeing a massive resurgence with indie devs actually programming PSX style games with tank controls on purpose. text/html 2025-05-08T23:25:58+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:saturday_night_slam_masters&rev=1746746758&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION OF SATURDAY NIGHT SLAM MASTERS [MUSCLE BOMBER] ---------- A fighting game disguised as a wrestling game, Saturday Night Slam Masters has unfortunately flown under the radar. It doesn't have super deep mechanics, but what it lacks it makes up for in design, atmosphere, and gameplay. Arcade and wrestling fans alike, this game deserves your attention. text/html 2025-02-27T07:36:21+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:skies_of_arcadia&rev=1740641781&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION OF SKIES OF ARCADIA ---------- High above the clouds a cast of quirky characters embarks on a swashbuckling journey that will have them discovering treasure, and maybe even saving the world. Multiple battle types, and an exciting soundtrack help this entry carve its own path in genre that has many great releases. text/html 2025-12-12T01:24:53+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:ssx3&rev=1765502693&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION OF SSX 3 ---------- One half of the Metroidvania equation and the inspiration for decades of indie games, Castlevania Symphony of the Night remains an important part of gaming history. I actually never owned the original, but the picture of Dracula's castle from the PS1 box art remains eternally burned into my brain from staring at it many times at my friend's house hoping one day I'd be able to afford it. Alas, by the time I could, I no longer had the time to game. S… text/html 2025-03-05T00:44:25+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:star_ocean_second_story&rev=1741135465&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF STAR OCEAN: THE SECOND STORY ---------- Square-Enix shocked its fanbase when they decided to bring back the Star Ocean series with not only a new entry, but a remaster of the fan favorite release Star Ocean: The Second Story. When creating this site I had a feeling it would be a little RPG heavy, but this game was not on my to do list. Now with three distinct releases across multiple platforms here we are. text/html 2025-03-07T03:26:55+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:street_fighter_iii&rev=1741318015&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF STREET FIGHTER III ---------- Yo make your first move, so what's in gon' be? You're trapped in the new world of Street Fighter 3 The 3rd chapter, so what's it gon' be? You're trapped in the new world of Street Fighter 3 text/html 2025-03-11T01:31:07+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:streets_of_rage_3&rev=1741656667&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF [NEW] STREETS OF RAGE 3 ---------- REPLACE THIS TEXT WITH RELEVANT GAME INFORMATION RELEASES ---------- GENESIS [JPN] - 1994 ---------- ---------- PROS: - FIXME - FIXMECONS: - FIXME - FIXMENOTES: - FIXME - FIXME text/html 2025-03-11T01:16:04+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:super_mario_64&rev=1741655764&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF SUPER MARIO 64 ---------- Super Mario 64. Enough said ... except all the stuff below; but after that, enough said. RELEASES ---------- NINTENDO 64 - 1996 ---------- ---------- PROS: CONS: NOTES: NINTENDO DS - 2004 text/html 2025-03-11T02:30:44+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:tactics_ogre&rev=1741660244&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF TACTICS OGRE ---------- Thank you Japan for keeping Tactics Ogre afloat. With your help maybe we'll even get another entry. This game is possibly overshadowed in the west due to the similarly style Final Fantasy Tactics, but Tactics Ogre stands on its own two feet as a darker more nuanced entry in the tactics genre. text/html 2025-03-04T22:57:14+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:tales_of_symphonia&rev=1741129034&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF TALES OF SYMPHONIA ---------- The Tales series has become incredibly vast at this point, however, since its release Tales of Symphonia has managed to be one of its most memorable titles. Most likely due to many things being a first time for the series. Its the first fully 3D mainline entry, its multiplayer, and it changed the battle system into real-time 3D with free movement. text/html 2025-03-11T01:26:02+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:the_last_blade_2&rev=1741656362&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION OF [NEW] THE LAST BLADE 2 ---------- REPLACE THIS TEXT WITH RELEVANT GAME INFORMATION RELEASES ---------- ARCADE/AES - 1998 ---------- ---------- PROS: - List items here - List items hereCONS: - List items here - List items here text/html 2025-02-27T09:40:24+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:the_secret_of_monkey_island&rev=1740649224&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF THE SECRET OF MONKEY ISLAND ---------- Point and click games matter! Not that I have to tell you extremely intelligent individuals that found this page. The secret of Monkey Island is often touted as the pinnacle of the genre, and rightfully so. It has a cast of memorable character including Bobbin Threadbare, and a monkey, and pirates I think (there has to be pirates). Oh, and puzzles, definitely puzzles. I've played this game a lot of times I know what I'm talki… text/html 2025-03-07T03:54:37+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:tony_hawks_pro_skater_2&rev=1741319677&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF TONY HAWK'S PRO SKATER 2 ---------- Remember 1998 when everyone at school used to walk the other way the second they saw you because you had a few patches on your backpack and were the weird kid that listened to strange music while everyone else was busy blasting Usher non-stop? Then two years later you were confused when the dip$h!t jock came to school decked out in grey and orange Etnies gear proclaiming his love for Bad Religion like he was doing you a favor by… text/html 2025-01-01T04:36:59+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:top_10_video_games_of_all_time&rev=1735706219&do=diff Work in progress, but off the top of my head: SHADOW OF THE COLOSSUS ---------- Shadow of the Colossus: A Timeless Odyssey Introduction:“Shadow of the Colossus” is not just a game; it's an experience that has etched itself into the annals of video game history. Developed by Team Ico and released for the PlayStation 2 in 2005, it stands as a testament to what video games can achieve in storytelling, atmosphere, and gameplay innovation. text/html 2025-04-03T20:33:58+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:wild_arms&rev=1743712438&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF WILD ARMS ---------- Wild Arms is in interesting game that seems to win over almost everyone that gives it a chance. It's hard to explain really, but this is one of those games where the sum is greater than its parts. text/html 2025-03-07T03:34:04+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:zelda_ocarina_of_time&rev=1741318444&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: OCARINA OF TIME ---------- Link's first three dimensional adventure was impressive to say the least. Many consider it to be the best game in the Zelda series, and it is often found at the very top of nearly ever N64 best of list. Is Ocarina of Time your favorite video game? Congrats, you now have something in common with 20 million people, and you should keep reading if you're looking to revisit it any time soon, or if you just like video game… text/html 2025-03-07T03:44:06+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.definitiveversion.com/doku.php?id=video_games:zelda_the_wind_waker&rev=1741319046&do=diff THE DEFINITIVE VERSION™ OF THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: THE WIND WAKER ---------- A divisive release that had a fanbase in shambles. Expecting a bigger darker follow up to Majora's mask. The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker's toon-like visuals took everyone by surprise. Similar to games like Street Fighter III, time has been kind to Wind Waker and many look back on the release fondly as a nice change of pace with some of the best puzzles the series has to offer.