Are you a glutton for punishment? For this list, we're looking at some of the hardest games across all of gaming whether their challenges were fair or not. Our countdown of the most difficult video games includes “Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice” (2019), “Castlevania” (1986), “Dark Souls” (2011), “Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening” (2005), “Battletoads” (1991), and more! Who do YOU think is the most difficult game of all time? Let us know in the comments!

Don't go into these games looking for an easy time. Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down the titles notorious for giving gamers the fight of their lives.

If you're looking for a nice, stress-free game, you better look elsewhere. For this list, we’ll be looking at video games that pile on the pressure and up the anxiety of any player, whether it be due to hectic mechanics or difficult decisions.

Since the 2000s began, these hard games have challenged the skills of players everywhere. For this list, we’ll be looking at the most difficult and challenging video games released in the 21st century…so far, at least.

Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the Top 10 Hardest Video Games of the 2000s. For this list, we’ll be looking at the most frustratingly difficult games released from 2000 to 2009.

These games aren't necessarily difficult on their own, but running them is! For this list, we’re looking at games that are the most challenging to speedrun.

Good luck finishing these epic video games. For this list, we’ll be looking at video games that just don’t end up fully completed, be that because they’re too big, too difficult or just a slog to play through.

These gaming decisions had us tearing out our hair in stress. For this list, we’ll be looking at some of the most difficult decisions we’ve ever had to make in a video game.

The hardest games are the most rewarding. Welcome to WatchMojo and today we’ll be counting down our picks for the top 10 hardest video games of 2019. For this list, we’re looking at games that released in 2019 that are either difficult by default or can be made much more difficult through additional modes, challenges, et cetera.

While most video games cater to a more casual audience, there are still plenty of games that go in the opposite direction and strive for authenticity. This list focuses on games that have their realistic mechanics providing the bulk of the challenge. Seriously, it’s probably easier to do some of these things in real life.

Check out the most difficult, insanely hard, super duper frustrating, maddeningly challenging games for the Sega Genesis, guaranteed to Mega Drive you nuts. You may have broken your controller, but you should find some relief here knowing how bad it was for everyone else.

Relive the golden era of gaming with our countdown of the 20 hardest PS2 games! For this list, we’ll be looking at the most challenging and unforgiving titles that pushed players to their limits. From "Gradius V" to "Devil May Cry 3," these games required near-perfect skills and unyielding determination. Whether it was relentless enemies or brutal difficulty spikes, these PS2 classics were not for the faint-hearted.

Get ready to test your gaming mettle with our countdown of the "Top 20 Hardest SNES Games." From relentless platformers to mind-bending puzzles, these games pushed players to their limits. For this list, we'll dive into titles like "Castlevania: Dracula X," "Zombies Ate My Neighbors," and "Super Ghouls'n Ghosts" that left gamers pulling their hair out. Whether you’re a retro enthusiast or just curious about the toughest challenges on the SNES, this video is for you!

Unlocking the rarest and most challenging items in "The Legend of Zelda" series is no small feat. Join us as we dive into the 20 hardest items to obtain across various Zelda games, from the elusive Fourth Bottle in "Ocarina of Time" to the formidable Master Cycle Zero in "Breath of the Wild." Whether it's battling through treacherous dungeons or completing time-consuming quests, these items truly test a player's dedication and skill.

Get ready to snap some discs and throw some cases as we dive into the "Top 20 Hardest PS1 Games." From brutally challenging platformers like "Rayman" to unforgiving RPGs such as "King’s Field," this list highlights the most grueling games that tested our patience and skills on Sony's iconic console. Whether it's navigating the perilous traps in "Tomb Raider III" or mastering the relentless combat of "Vagrant Story," these titles are sure to bring back memories of broken controllers and sleepless nights.