20 Best Video Games Of The Last 20 Years

17. Halo 3

Yes, the original changed the face of shooters in a rather similar vein to how GoldenEye brought local multiplayer gaming to consoles, but it was Halo's third instalment that truly brought everything full circle.

Carrying on with such innovations as regenerating health, one button grenade throws (the likes of Killzone still made you switch to them), seamless vehicular integration and a graphical punch that was just jaw-dropping, Halo 3 was Bungie operating on another level from the competition.

Multiplayer too went the extra mile, building on one of the finest game engines we'd ever seen to offer the customisable Forge mode, and the replay-encouraging Theatre options to rewatch your greatest moments in ultra-slow motion.

They may have lost their way somewhat with Destiny, but to see why this studio has truly some of the most talented people in gaming history, look no further than the genuinely perfect Halo 3.