Few movie franchises have translated as well to video games as James Bond. The super spy's high-octane adventures and exciting set-pieces are well-suited to the medium. As a result, there have been many James Bond games throughout the years, from movie tie-ins to original tales.

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Nintendo 64's GoldenEye is the one most fans point to as the best in the series because of the way it redefined FPS multiplayer. However, perhaps the most consistent period for James Bond games occurred from 1999-2005, when EA had the publishing rights. Several fantastic 007 gaming experiences came out in those years, but which were the best?

8 Tomorrow Never Dies (1999)

Tomorrow Never Dies Screenshot Of James Bond Shooting

System: PlayStation

EA ownership of the James Bond license didn't get off to a great start with Tomorrow Never Dies. It wasn't helped by the fact that it was the first major 007 game since the beloved GoldenEye. Yet, even without the comparisons to the N64 title, this third-person shooter isn't too great.

Firstly, the game has plenty of bugs, which makes the already awkward gameplay even more troublesome. And the wonky camera doesn't help things, either, especially when you're trying to be sneaky. It's not all bad, though, as there are a few positives. For instance, the skiing levels provide some variety, and the soundtrack is good.

7 007 Racing (2000)

007 Racing Screenshot Of Green Car

System: PlayStation

Cars have always played a significant role in the James Bond movies. In virtually every instalment, the spy drives around in a flashy vehicle before getting himself into an action-packed car chase. So, the idea of a James Bond driving game makes sense.

007 Racing appeals to fans of the series by including plenty of cars from the previous movies, including the iconic Aston Martin DB5. And they come with plenty of the gadgets you'd expect a Bond vehicle to have. Unfortunately, the actual driving in the title doesn't live up to the cars. Instead, it's clunky and not very fun, which ruins the whole experience.

6 GoldenEye: Rogue Agent (2004)

GoldenEye Rogue Agent Screenshot Double Wield Shotguns

Systems: GameCube, PlayStation 2, Xbox, and Nintendo DS

From the title alone, you probably expect this game to be based on the 1995 GoldenEye movie, but it's not. The FPS features an original tale about an agent with a gold-colored cybernetic eye. While the name GoldenEye makes sense, it still feels intentionally misleading. Rogue Agent upsets fans of the series even more by making the GoldenEyed character the protagonist instead of Bond.

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However, at least it has a unique premise. And the protagonist's fancy eye has several abilities that vary up the FPS combat a little. Regardless of the positives, it's still not the most amazing 007 experience out there.

5 The World Is Not Enough (2000)

The World Is Not Enough Screenshot Of Tranquilizer Gun In Use

Systems: Nintendo 64, PlayStation, and Game Boy Color

When talking about the best and worst James bond games ever, The World Is Not Enough could fit into either category. This is because there are three distinct versions of the game, one for each system. On the PlayStation, the stealth shooter is below average. For one, it's way too short, which is particularly problematic as, unlike many entries in the series, it doesn't have a multiplayer mode. And there are plenty of glitches that ruin the fun, too.

The N64 version is the best of the trio as the stealth and gunplay are a lot more polished. Also, the campaign includes several cleverly designed levels. As for the Game Boy Color one, it's very different from the other two - it's not even an FPS for starters. It lays somewhere in-between the others in terms of quality. None of the games are particularly special or innovative, though.

4 James Bond 007: Agent Under Fire (2001)

Agent Under Fire Screenshot Of Q-Laser

Systems: GameCube, PlayStation 2, and Xbox

By 2001, there hadn't been many James Bond games that weren't movie tie-ins, so Agent Under Fire was unique in that regard. The original story is about the hero stopping a secret plot to replace the World Leaders with clones. While it's no Metal Gear Solid or Last Of Us, the narrative is an enjoyable one and doesn't feel too out of place for the franchise.

The FPS gunplay is solid, too. There are plenty of weapons and gadgets at your disposal, and most feel enjoyable to use. All the game is missing is something spectacular that makes it stand out. It's simply a decent James Bond experience that's not very memorable.

3 James Bond 007: From Russia With Love (2005)

From Russia With Love Screenshot Of James Bond In Cover

Systems: GameCube, PlayStation 2, Xbox, and PSP

There have been plenty of bad movie tie-in games, and the time pressure of having the game finished by the film's release is often to blame. Well, there was no rush for From Russia With Love as it came out 42 years after the movie of the same name. The timing of the release was strange, but it allowed Sean Connery to reprise his role as James Bond one last time.

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Connery's return alone makes this title iconic. However, it's a good third-person shooter, too. The shooting feels smooth, and the visuals are beautiful for a 2005 game. Plus, the developer's alterations to the plot to make it more video game-friendly are clever and don't ruin the classic storyline.

2 James Bond 007: Nightfire (2002)

007 Nightfire Screenshot Of Assault Rifle

Systems: GameCube, PlayStation 2, Xbox, PC, and Game Boy Advance

Since GoldenEye, many James Bond games have come with a multiplayer mode. The attempts to match the fun of the 1997 title haven't always been successful, though. Nightfire, however, comes close to GoldenEye-level quality with its own PvP mode. Like the N64 one, it's not incredibly complex, but the game's gunplay is so satisfying that it's easy to lose hours just running around a sandbox and shooting your friends.

The combat holds up during the single-player, too, even if the original narrative isn't too exciting. In it, James Bond has to stop an evil-doer who's using a powerful weapon to conquer the world. It's a generic plot for an action game. Yet, Nightfire's many positives outweigh the little negatives.

1 James Bond 007: Everything Or Nothing (2004)

Everything Or Nothing Screenshot Of James Bond

Systems: GameCube, PlayStation 2, and Xbox

Some see Everything Or Nothing as the fifth Pierce Bronson Bond movie. It makes sense as the title feels more like a big-screen adventure than perhaps any other 007 game. For one, it's filled with large, aesthetically pleasing set-pieces just like the films. And it includes many actors from the flicks as well, including John Cleese, Judi Dench, and of course, Pierce Bronson himself.

During the story, the super-spy travels all over the world trying to stop the dangerous Nikolai Diavolo, played by Willem Dafoe. The narrative is enhanced because of the game's brilliant mission variety. Sometimes you're participating in high-speed chases, while other times, you're getting beaten up by Jaws. There's also a co-op mode, exciting cover-based combat, and nice visuals. For all these reasons, Everything or Nothing is perhaps the best James Bond game of the 2000s.

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