There are a lot of franchises out there that could be called eternal, but few of them have three titles that can be considered absolute classics in the gaming world.
This list spotlights eight trilogies where every game is a classic that all fans of games should try at least once in their life. From one of the most notorious Western RPGs of all time to the game with the most famous dragon in the gaming universe. Here are eight trilogies composed of eternal classics.
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Fable
A Classic Good Vs. Evil Tale
Starting this list, we have the legendary franchise called Fable, with Fable: The Lost Chapters, Fable II, and Fable III being its core titles. Even though Fable III turned out to be a disappointing ending for the original franchise, the legacy of Lionhead Studios and the legendary Peter Molyneux lives on today.
The proof of this is that its reboot is fast approaching, and both long-time fans and newcomers are excited to chase chickens in the lands of Albion, forging their own tales as legendary heroes.
Halo
The Revolution Of Online Multiplayers
Halo is one of the most iconic franchises of all time: From its engaging gameplay and multiplayer to its immortal soundtrack that has reached millions of reproductions throughout several platforms. Every game of the original trilogy, from Halo to Halo 2, and Halo 3, is a masterpiece.
It is no wonder that players are so attached to this incredible series, since it meant a before and after in the FPS genre, and teached a whole generation the importance (and fun) behind cooperative play.
Rayman
One Of The Most Beloved Platformers Ever Made
Rayman is one of the best platformers made by Ubisoft, and marked the way for various games to follow up in the years after its original release. Comprised of Rayman, Rayman 2: The Great Escape, and Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc, this fantastical series has been qualified as challenging and endearing by fans and connoisseurs of the genre.
Its beloved main character, who gives the name to the series, has been greatly missed by fans all over the world. With the last game of the series (Rayman Legends) releasing in 2013, it has been over a decade without this incredible game. Sadly, for the moment, its publisher has no plans to release a new entry in the franchise.
Max Payne
An Iconic Action Trilogy
Max Payne
- Released
- July 23, 2001
WHERE TO PLAY
- Genre(s)
- Third-Person Shooter
This story of a NYPD Detective turned into a diehard DEA Agent in a quest for revenge has reached millions of fans all over the world, and its title is none other than Max Payne. This franchise was created by Remedy Entertainment and later concluded by Rockstar Games.
This trilogy is already a new classic, and its characteristic Bullet-Time mechanic has been reproduced a hundred times, though it was originally inspired by the Matrix movies.
Tomb Raider
Cradle Of The Most Popular Female Character in Gaming
Tomb Raider is a franchise that doesn't require presentation, and it has the most popular female protagonist in the history of gaming as its star: Lara Croft. Originally inspired by Nathalie Cook, who represented Lara in real-life events and posed as the model for the video game character, Lara jumped to fame between Tomb Raider I and II, becoming an icon by herself, and gaining millions of fans in a few years.
With the release of the third installment of Tomb Raider, her place among the most notorious game characters in history was already guaranteed. Even today, with the new reboot of the series coming in hot, the original trilogy is still considered an unforgettable classic.
Legend of Mana
A Jewel Of The JRPG Genre
Trials of Mana (1995)
- Released
- September 30, 1995
- ESRB
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- Developer(s)
- Square
- Genre(s)
- Action RPG
Legend of Mana began as a spin-off of the Final Fantasy series called The Legend of the Sacred Sword, called Final Fantasy Adventure in the U.S. With the release of the second game, the title changed to Legend of Mana, which then released three subsequent games titled: Secret of Mana, Trials of Mana, and Dawn of Mana.
From its humble origins on the Game Boy handheld in 1991, to launching on the PlayStation 2 platform in 2006, the Mana series reigned as one of the most critically acclaimed JRPGs, alongside heavyweights like its parent series FF, Dragon Quest, and the eternal Chrono series.
Dungeons & Dragons: Champions Of Krynn Series
An Obscure Trilogy Of D&D-Based Adventures
Dungeons & Dragons
- Created by
- E. Gary Gygax, Dave Arneson
- Movie
- Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves
The Champions of Krynn series is one of the most obscure and greatly underrated games belonging to the D&D universe. To be more precise, it is based on the Dragonlance series written by Tracy and Lauren Hickman, and later greatly enhanced by Margaret Weiss.
Though the games greatly diverge from the events in the books, it narrates the story of various champions of justice fighting against the evil remnants of the dark forces after the War of the Lance, and it's considered a jewel of classic RPGs. Every game in this series is a classic by itself, but the best of the best is the last of the series, 'The Dark Queen of Krynn,' the epic conclusion to the trilogy.
Spyro The Dragon
Home Of The World's Most Famous Dragon
If anyone asks who the most famous dragon in the gaming universe is, the name Spyro will immediately pop into the minds of millions of fans, who will look at the original Spyro trilogy with a mixture of yearning and nostalgia. Spyro the Dragon was born in the late 90's and quickly became one of the top-selling franchises of the decade.
The story of Spyro, the little dragon-in-training, is both inspiring and a source of entertainment, and every game of the original franchise is already considered a classic by millions of fans.
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