List of video games considered the best

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/list-of-video-games-considered-the-best

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. Who wrote List of video games considered the best?Selection is based on the judgment of editorial staff within gaming media
2. What is the temporal and platform inclusivity?Evaluates games across all historical periods and technological platforms
3. What is the genre diversity?Encompasses games from all recognized video game genres

Video Game Journalism: The critical analysis, reporting, and review of video games by professional writers and critics.
Critical Consensus: A general agreement among critics regarding the quality and significance of a particular work.
Gameplay Mechanics: The fundamental rules, systems, and interactions that define how a player engages with a video game.
Artistic Direction: The overall visual and auditory style and aesthetic choices that define a game's presentation.