This list is part of a series. Check out these other lists to see guides for the most notable games of other Nintendo consoles!
https://www.backloggd.com/u/JCLKaytwo/lists/folder/notable-games-by-console/

I have attempted to make a list of the most notable NES games. This list mostly prioritizes console exclusives (with some exceptions) that were played by a decent amount of people, though the bar for inclusion is pretty generous overall. I'd say games with roughly 50+ plays are notable (again, with some exceptions)

This is mostly for personal use, but it may also be a useful guide if you're a collector, or if you're interested in dipping your toes into the NES library and want to avoid games that are completely unknown. If you want to complete your NES collection or fill out your NES emulator, you should not leave these games out.

The list is sorted alphabetically in two groups: first-party Nintendo games are at the top of the list, and third-party games come after. Japan-only games are indicated in notes, along with games that are exclusive to the Famicom Disk System (FDS).

This project is experimental, so I am interested in hearing feedback. If you have any suggestions for how to improve or add to this concept, please leave a comment :)

How many of these have you played?