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The best Sega Enterprises, Ltd. games

The 14 best games from Sega Enterprises, Ltd., ranked from 956 critic and player ratings.

The best Sega Enterprises, Ltd. game is Phantasy Star, with a critic score of 86/100. Updated October 2026.

  • Ranked releases span 1986 to 1995.
  • Average critic score across the 14 ranked games: 73/100.
  • 956 critic and player ratings behind this ranking.

How this ranking is built
  • Games are ranked on the aggregated critic score out of 100 imported from IGDB and Metacritic, never on Tier's own grades.
  • A game only enters the ranking with at least 30 external ratings, so a single enthusiastic review never outranks a proven classic.
  • Community grades from F to S are shown next to every game, and only stated as a fact above 5 Tier ratings.
  • Release window covered: 1970 to 2026.
  • 14 games are listed on this page, carrying 956 ratings between them.
  • Rankings are recomputed hourly; this one was last rebuilt on 11 October 2026.

Top 14

01 Phantasy Star Phantasy Star 1987 · 43 ratings The time: Space Century 3240. The place: The Algol Star System. It began when King Lassic turned evil and let hordes of hideous, magical creatures run amok on the three planets. When her brother was killed, Alis vowed to avenge his death and put an end to Lassic forever. Join her in a journey across time and space to worlds where creatures speak...where magic and science combine to take you on the ultimate video quest. Phantasy Star is total adventure role playing with towns full of people and shops...16 level dungeons full of traps and treasure...three companions who will help you if you find them and some of the most awesome graphics ever put in a video game. 86 /100
02 QuackShot Starring Donald Duck QuackShot Starring Donald Duck 1991 · 45 ratings QuackShot starring Donald Duck is a steady Disney run-and-jump platformer, with a little puzzle-solving element. Characters are mostly based on Disney's cartoon series Duck Tales. Donald and his three nephews get their hands on a treasure map and set out to hunt the big prize. Donald travels throughout the world, to places like Egypt, India, South Pole, and even Transylvania, while his nephews fly an airplane. As a weapon Donald uses plungers that can freeze the enemies or stick to walls which can then be used for climbing. Other wacky weapons are popcorn and bubblegum. 80 /100
03 Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master (1993) Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master (1993) 1993 · 63 ratings Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master, released as The Super Shinobi II in Japan, is the fourth game in the Shinobi series and a direct sequel to The Revenge of Shinobi. 78 /100
04 Golden Axe II (1991) Golden Axe II (1991) 1991 · 78 ratings The Lord of Darkness, Dark Guld, has arisen again. Wielding the famous Golden Axe, he has destroyed entire countries with his evil clan, forcing the world into chaos. Once again, three brave warriors stand up to face the oppressors, and won’t rest until the Golden Axe is returned to its rightful place. 77 /100
05 Golden Axe III (1993) Golden Axe III (1993) 1993 · 61 ratings Chaos is spreading across the land once again as the Prince of Darkness arises to conquer the world. To stop him and retrieve the legendary Golden Axe, four heroes step forward to accept the challenge. 77 /100
06 Streets of Rage Streets of Rage 1991 · 218 ratings Streets of Rage is a side-scrolling beat 'em up video game developed and published by Sega in 1991 for Mega Drive/Genesis. It is the first installment of the Bare Knuckle/Streets of Rage series which was followed by Streets of Rage 2 and Streets of Rage 3. 76 /100
07 World of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck World of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck 1992 · 41 ratings Alakazam! Here's classic Disney fun with your favorites, Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck! Transported into a world of wonder, Mickey and Donald must perform amazing feats of magic to defeat a crafty Sorcerer and find their way back home! 76 /100
08 The Revenge of Shinobi The Revenge of Shinobi 1989 · 64 ratings The Revenge of Shinobi, known as The Super Shinobi in Japan, is the continuation of Shadow Dancer - the arcade sequel to Shinobi. The game was the first Shinobi title developed exclusively for home consoles. 75 /100
09 Ristar Ristar 1995 · 53 ratings Ristar is a platform game developed and published by Sega for the Sega Genesis in 1995. A Sega Game Gear game, of the same name and genre, Ristar, was also released, which shared similar themes while possessing different level design and gameplay mechanics. The game stars an anthropomorphic cartoon star who uses his hands and long, stretchable arms to both move and combat enemies. Reception for the game has been generally positive, but the game's initial release was overshadowed due to the imminent ending of the Genesis's lifecycle and the succession of the Sega Saturn and other fifth generation video game consoles. While never receiving any sequels, Sega has re-released the game a number of times digitally and on Sega-themed compilations, and has occasionally given Ristar himself cameos in other Sega properties. 71 /100
10 Alex Kidd in the Enchanted Castle (1989) Alex Kidd in the Enchanted Castle (1989) 1989 · 34 ratings The whole Kidd family is upset! Alex’s father, King Thor, is missing, and they suspect he has been kidnapped by Ashra, the mean ruler of the planet Paperock. Alex speeds to Paperock to investigate, but the creatures of Paperock decide to hinder his efforts and try to keep him away from Sky Castle, Ashra’s hideaway. Luckily Alex knows how to jump, punch and kick his way through the most stubborn of enemies. 69 /100
11 Columns (1990) Columns (1990) 1990 · 57 ratings 67 /100
12 Alex Kidd in Miracle World Alex Kidd in Miracle World 1986 · 68 ratings 66 /100
13 Michael Jackson's Moonwalker Michael Jackson's Moonwalker 1990 · 53 ratings 66 /100
14 Castle of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse (1990) Castle of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse (1990) 1990 · 78 ratings 55 /100
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What is the best Sega Enterprises, Ltd. game?

Phantasy Star currently tops the ranking with a score of 86/100 across 43 ratings. Ranking updated October 2026.

How is this ranking built?

Games are ranked on their aggregated critic score out of 100, with a minimum vote threshold so a single glowing review never outranks a proven classic; the Tier community's own F-to-S grades are shown alongside each game.