Critically Acclaimed Nintendo Games

A ranking of Nintendo titles that have achieved the highest praise from critics and left a lasting impact.

The top 3

Top 3 Highest-Rated Nintendo Games: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time holds the highest Metacritic score for a Nintendo game, followed by Metroid Prime Remastered and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
Three Most Influential Nintendo Games: Games like Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, and Wii Sports are widely considered among Nintendo's most influential, shaping genres and attracting new audiences to gaming. Super Mario Bros.
Nintendo Games with Most Awards: The Legend of Zelda franchise is recognized as one of the most award-winning, with Ocarina of Time frequently cited as the highest-rated game, while the Mario franchise has won numerous Game Awards, particularly in family categories. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time