Finish Prince of Persia (1989)

The harder, prettier sequel to the rotoscoped original.

Rewind time, run along walls and the Prince who narrates his own mistakes.

Jumpman climbs girders to save Pauline; Mario's first appearance, 1981.

The raccoon suit, the world map and the airships; the best NES game.

Yoshi, the cape and 96 exits on the SNES; the launch title that still plays perfectly.

Eight robot masters in any order; the NES difficulty and the Dr Wily theme.

Green Hill Zone at speed; Sega's answer to Mario in 1991.

Tails, the spin dash and Chemical Plant; the best of the Genesis Sonics.