Scorched Earth, released in 1991 by Wendell Hicken, is a turn-based artillery game that became a staple of early '90s PC gaming. Dubbed “The Mother of All Games,” it pits players against each other in strategic tank battles across destructible, 2D la...

SimCity, released in 1989 by Maxis, is a groundbreaking city-building simulation game that pioneered the genre and became an instant classic. In "SimCity," players take on the role of a city planner and mayor, tasked with designing, building, and man...

Simon the Sorcerer, released in 1993 by Adventure Soft, is a whimsical point-and-click adventure game that combines clever puzzles, witty dialogue, and a charming fantasy world. Players step into the shoes of Simon, an ordinary teenager who is unexpe...

Ski or Die, released in 1990 by Electronic Arts, is a high-energy sports game that brings the thrill of extreme winter sports to life. Packed with humor and adrenaline-pumping action, the game offers players a variety of quirky and challenging events...

Soko-Ban, released in 1988 by Spectrum HoloByte, is a classic puzzle game that challenges players with its simple yet highly engaging mechanics. In "Soko-Ban," players take on the role of a warehouse worker tasked with pushing crates onto designated ...

Space Quest V: The Next Mutation, released in 1993 by Sierra On-Line, is a comedic point-and-click adventure game that continues the misadventures of Roger Wilco, an intergalactic janitor turned starship captain. This installment takes the series to ...

Star Wars: TIE Fighter, released in 1994 by LucasArts, is a legendary space combat simulator that puts players in the cockpit of the Galactic Empire’s iconic TIE Fighters. As an Imperial pilot, players embark on a series of challenging missions, batt...

Street Rod 2: The Next Generation, released in 1991 by California Dreams, is a classic racing and car customization game set in the nostalgic world of 1960s American muscle cars. Building on the success of its predecessor, the game puts players in th...

Stunts, released in 1990 by Broderbund, is a groundbreaking racing game that lets players experience high-speed thrills on insane stunt tracks. Known for its innovative gameplay and freedom of creativity, Stunts allows players to race against the clo...

SuperKarts, released in 1995 by Manic Media, is a fast-paced arcade-style racing game that brings colorful kart racing action to the PC. Featuring a cast of quirky international drivers and imaginative tracks set around the world, the game delivers a...

Syndicate, released in 1993 by Electronic Arts, is a gritty real-time tactical game set in a cyberpunk future where corporations rule the world through violence and espionage. Developed by Bullfrog Productions, the game places players at the head of ...

Teenagent, released in 1995 by Metropolis Software, is a humorous point-and-click adventure game that blends quirky humor with classic detective storytelling. Players step into the shoes of Mark Hopper, an ordinary teenager unexpectedly recruited by ...

Test Drive III: The Passion, released in 1990 by Accolade, is a revolutionary entry in the Test Drive series that brought open-world exploration and advanced 3D graphics to the racing genre. Departing from the linear courses of its predecessors, the ...

Tetris, released in 1988 by Spectrum Holobyte, is a timeless puzzle game that challenges players to strategically arrange falling tetrominoes to clear rows and earn points. Originally created by Alexey Pajitnov, this version introduced Western audien...

The Chaos Engine, released in 1993 by The Bitmap Brothers, is a top-down run-and-gun shooter set in a steampunk-inspired alternate history. In a world where a rogue inventor’s machine has twisted time and unleashed monstrous cybernetic creatures, pla...

The Colonel's Bequest, released in 1989 by Sierra On-Line, is a mystery-adventure game that plunges players into a thrilling whodunit set in the 1920s. As Laura Bow, an inquisitive young journalist, players are invited to a secluded Louisiana mansion...

Roberta Williams' Laura Bow in The Dagger of Amon Ra, released in 1992 by Sierra On-Line, is a thrilling point-and-click murder mystery set in the glamorous yet treacherous world of 1920s New York. As Laura Bow, a rookie journalist, players investiga...

The Games: Winter Challenge, released in 1991 by Accolade, is a thrilling winter sports simulation that brings the excitement of Olympic-style competition to the PC. Featuring eight challenging events, the game tests players’ reflexes, timing, and pr...

The Incredible Machine, released in 1993 by Dynamix, is a delightfully inventive puzzle game that challenges players to solve problems using whimsical contraptions and Rube Goldberg-style logic. The game provides an assortment of everyday objects—lik...

The Legacy: Realm of Terror, released in 1993 by MicroProse, is a chilling first-person horror RPG that combines elements of survival horror with deep role-playing mechanics. Set in a mysterious mansion steeped in dark secrets, players must unravel a...

The Legend of Kyrandia, released in 1992 by Virgin Games, is a visually stunning point-and-click adventure game that takes players on a magical journey through the enchanting kingdom of Kyrandia. Developed by Westwood Studios, the game is the first i...

The Lost Vikings, released in 1993 by Interplay Productions, is a unique puzzle-platformer that combines elements of strategy, adventure, and humor. The game follows the story of three Vikings—Erik the Swift, Baleog the Fierce, and Olaf the Stout—who...

The Secret of Monkey Island, released in 1990 by Lucasfilm Games, is a seminal point-and-click adventure game that has become one of the most beloved titles in gaming history. Set in a whimsical and humorous pirate-themed world, the game follows the ...

The Settlers, released in 1993 by Blue Byte, is a groundbreaking real-time strategy and city-building game that invites players to build and manage a thriving medieval settlement. Players oversee every aspect of their growing community, from resource...

The Simpsons, released in 1991 by Novotrade, is a side-scrolling action game based on the hit animated TV series. Originally an arcade game developed by Konami, this MS-DOS adaptation offers a single-player experience where players take on the role o...