The greatest fan-made games in history.

      The tools available for video game creation have become more accessible than ever. This has led not only to a surge in impressive indie games but also to entire projects developed by individuals. Many of these games are new intellectual properties inspired by renowned franchises like Mario and Pokémon, while others are a testament to the dedication of fans who create complete games based on their favorite series. Since they cannot legally sell a game featuring a publisher's intellectual property, these fan games are true labor of love from their creators. Whether it’s a franchise that hasn’t been active in years or one that has not met fans' expectations, fan games provide fresh experiences that can sometimes surpass the originals. However, many fan games may also disappoint due to a lack of experience and proper oversight. We have selected only the most remarkable fan games throughout history that are definitely worth playing in tandem with the original franchise.