Collider ranks video games according to its view of “fun”, treating the idea as subjective and judging titles by gameplay, design, creativity, polish, entertainment value and overall quality. The article argues that games can be enjoyable for very different reasons, from demanding combat and exploration to polished progression, story and accessible gameplay systems.

– Elden Ring: praised for difficult but rewarding combat, exploration and discovery in its open world.
– Pokémon Black 2 and White 2: highlighted for refining the series formula with an expanded Pokédex, difficulty options and extensive post-game content.
– Resident Evil 4: commended for combining action and survival horror with strong pacing and consistently engaging progression.
– Marvel’s Spider-Man 2: presented as an improvement in gameplay, despite reservations about its narrative compared with its predecessor.