Here is a list of 10 game launch titles that were considered some of the worst based on various factors such as technical issues, lack of content, poor gameplay, or negative reception from players and critics.

• E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (Atari 2600, 1982) – Often cited as one of the worst video games ever made, rushed development and poor gameplay mechanics led to its infamy.
• Superman 64 (Nintendo 64, 1999) – A game plagued by frustrating controls, camera issues, and repetitive missions, resulting in a disappointing experience for players.
• Duke Nukem Forever (Various platforms, 2011) – Infamous for its prolonged and troubled development cycle, the final product received mixed to negative reviews due to outdated design and lackluster gameplay.
• Daikatana (Various platforms, 2000) – Developed by John Romero, the co-creator of Doom, this highly anticipated game faced numerous delays and fell short of expectations upon release.
• Ride to Hell: Retribution (Various platforms, 2013) – This action-adventure game suffered from a host of technical issues, poor graphics, and subpar gameplay, leading to widespread criticism.
• Aliens: Colonial Marines (Various platforms, 2013) – Despite the hype and promises, the game failed to deliver on its potential, with graphical downgrades and an underwhelming single-player campaign.
• SimCity (2013) – The reboot of the classic city-building series was marred by server issues at launch, rendering the game unplayable for many players and leading to widespread discontent.
• No Man’s Sky (PlayStation 4, 2016) – Though the game has improved significantly through updates, the initial release was heavily criticized for not living up to the ambitious promises made by the developers.
• Anthem (Various platforms, 2019) – This online multiplayer shooter faced significant technical problems, lack of content, and a disjointed storyline, resulting in a disappointing launch.
• Fallout 76 (Various platforms, 2018) – The first multiplayer entry in the Fallout series was plagued with numerous bugs, performance issues, and a lack of engaging content, leading to a rough launch.