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Top Video Games of 1978

The highest-rated video games of 1978, ranked by community votes on Peakd.

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PlayStation 5

Everything you need to know about the PlayStation®5 console and PlayStation®5 Digital Edition with a new slim PS5 design

7.6
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Dwarf Fortress

Complex simulation of fortress management and underground exploration

9.9
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Batman

Batman is a superhero who appears in American comic books published by DC Comics

10.0
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Super Smash Bros. Brawl

2008 crossover fighting video game by Nintendo

5.5
5
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Steam

Digital distribution platform for PC games

8.5
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CreateAI

CreateAI, Inc., formerly TuSimple Holdings, Inc., is an AI gaming technology company. It was founded as an autonomous trucking company in 2015 by Xiao

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Eneba

Digital marketplace for buying and selling games and gift cards

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Gaming Consoles

Play games on a dedicated home console

9
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Combat Sports

Official website of the Olympics

10
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EA Origin Community

EA Origin Community: Access a collection of top EA titles and trials

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EA Origin

Digital game store and subscription service for PC gamers

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Genies, Inc.

AI character creation and management for interactive digital identity

13
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Avatar (franchise)

Learn about James Cameron's Avatar including news about Avatar: Fire and Ash, games, comics, Pandora - World of Avatar at Walt Disney World, and more

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Bungee Running

Our carries the full range of the inflatable industry staple games

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The Lion King

Visit The Lion King official website where you can play games, find activities, meet the characters, shop for products, and more

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Final Fantasy VII

Save the planet from an ancient evil in this iconic RPG.

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Dragon Age: Inquisition

Lead a team to defeat an ancient threat

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Mass Effect

Relive the complete cinematic saga today

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Fallout 4

From Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of Starfield and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, comes Fallout 4

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Pillars of Eternity

Independent video game developer and publisher

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best video games in 1978?▾

Based on community votes, PlayStation 5 is the highest-rated video games of 1978, ranked #1 by the community.

How are annual rankings calculated?▾

Peakd annual rankings reflect trust-weighted community votes. Daily snapshots capture rank positions, and the most recent snapshot for the year is displayed. Rankings cannot be manipulated by companies.

What changed from 1977?▾

Rankings shift as the community votes. New entrants may appear while others drop. Compare with the 1977 rankings to see movement.

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