No objective "best game" exists. Preferences vary by:
| If You Love... | Try |
|---|---|
| Perfect design, innovation | Tetris, Portal 2, Super Mario World |
| Narrative depth | Disco Elysium, Planescape: Torment, The Witcher 3 |
| Emergent systems | Dwarf Fortress, RimWorld, Minecraft |
| Competitive mastery | Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike, Melee, StarCraft II |
| Atmosphere / Art | Shadow of the Colossus, Journey, Hollow Knight |
| Replayability | Hades, Slay the Spire, Binding of Isaac |
Better question: "What should I play next?" → Tell me your last 3 favorites and I'll recommend.