Example, I believe Assassins Creed Black Flag is the best in the series instead of AC2. It has awesome progression, exploration, naval combat and stealth. Assassins Creed 2 was good, and it was my second game I played in the series but I never got as attached to is as 2.
Path of Radiance is the best Fire Emblem
Three Hopes is the best Dynasty Warriors
Mass Effect 2 is the best Mass Effect
Ys 8 is the best Ys game.
Arkham City is the best Arkham game.
Xenoblade 3 is the best Xenoblade.