Top Ten N64 Games
When it comes to video games, compiling a top ten list always turns into a heated debate. Can one writer or one news organization accurately reflect the opinions of millions of people? The only definitive method for determining a video game's popularity is by analyzing sales figures. Here are the top ten best-selling Nintendo 64 games based on worldwide sales.
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Super Mario 64
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"Super Mario 64" was one of the first games released on Nintendo 64. Having sold over 11 million copies, the little plumber proved that he will always be a part of video game history.
Mario Kart 64
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Mario brought his friends along for "Mario Kart 64." Selling around 8.5 million copies, "Mario Kart 64" ranks No. 2 on the best-seller list.
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GoldenEye 007
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"GoldenEye 007" changed the way first-person shooter games were made. Its multiplayer mode paved the way for other first-person shooter games such as "Halo" and "Call of Duty." "GoldenEye 007" sold eight million copies.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
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Another revolutionary game introduced by Nintendo, "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time" was the first game in "The Legend of Zelda" series in 3D, boosting sales to 7.6 million copies.
Super Smash Bros.
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What could be more fun than taking all of your most-beloved Nintendo characters such as Mario, Luigi, Donkey Kong, and Pikachu and putting them in a four-player brawl? With 4.9 million copies sold, "Super Smash Bros." ranks No. 5.
Diddy Kong Racing
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An offshoot of "Donkey Kong," "Diddy Kong" puts friends together for go-kart racing. The game sold 4.4 million copies.
Pokemon Stadium
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"Pokemon Stadium" allowed players to battle one-on-one with their favorite Pokemon. The game sold approximately 4 million copies.
Donkey Kong 64
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"Donkey Kong 64" was the big ape’s equivalent of "Super Mario 64." While "Donkey Kong" didn’t sell nearly as many copies as Mario, it's still No. 8 with 3.8 million copies sold.
The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask
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The sequel to Ocarina of Time sold 3.4 million copies as Majora’s Mask had the main hero of the Zelda series, Link, finding a way to stop the moon from crashing down onto Earth.
Star Fox 64
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"Star Fox" was first introduced on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. Nintendo followed up with "Star Fox 64," which allowed players to fly through 3D worlds and blast enemy ships. The game sold approximately 3.3 million copies.
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