adventure games

Games in the "adventure" genre (by release years)

Lure of the Temptress

Lure of the Temptress
Lure of the Temptress, released in 1992 by Revolution Software, is a fantasy point-and-click adventure that marked the studio’s debut. Players step into the role of a reluctant hero named Diermot, who finds himself imprisoned in the medieval town of ...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1992
Developer: Revolution Software
Publisher: Virgin Interactive

Hook

Hook
Hook is a side-scrolling action-adventure game based on Steven Spielberg's 1991 film of the same name. Players step into the shoes of Peter Banning—now rediscovering his identity as the legendary Peter Pan—as he embarks on a perilous journey to rescu...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1992
Developer: Ocean Software
Publisher: -

Dark Seed

Dark Seed
Dark Seed, released in 1992 by Cyberdreams, is a psychological horror adventure game that plunges players into a nightmarish world inspired by the disturbing biomechanical art of H.R. Giger. The game follows Mike Dawson, a writer who moves into a mys...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1992
Developer: Cyberdreams
Publisher: -

KGB

KGB
KGB, released in 1992 by Cryo Interactive, is a tense and atmospheric point-and-click adventure that plunges players into the world of Cold War espionage. Set in the final days of the Soviet Union, the game follows Captain Maksim Rukov, a young KGB a...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1992
Developer: Cryo Interactive
Publisher: Virgin Interactive

The Dagger of Amon Ra

The Dagger of Amon Ra
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...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1992
Developer: Sierra On-Line
Publisher: -

King's Quest VI: Heir Today, Gone Tomorrow

King's Quest VI: Heir Today, Gone Tomorrow
King's Quest VI: Heir Today, Gone Tomorrow, released in 1992 by Sierra On-Line, is a masterpiece in the classic point-and-click adventure series, combining stunning visuals, a richly woven narrative, and challenging puzzles. Written by Roberta Willia...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1992
Developer: Sierra On-Line
Publisher: -

Quest for Glory III: Wages of War

Quest for Glory III: Wages of War
Quest for Glory III: Wages of War, released in 1992 by Sierra On-Line, is a unique blend of adventure and role-playing that continues the hero’s journey in the acclaimed Quest for Glory series. Set in the vibrant, African-inspired land of Tarna, the ...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1992
Developer: Sierra On-Line
Publisher: -

Curse of Enchantia

Curse of Enchantia
Curse of Enchantia, released in 1992 by Core Design, is a whimsical point-and-click adventure game set in a fantastical world filled with magic, humor, and bizarre characters. Players assume the role of Brad, a teenager mysteriously transported to th...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1992
Developer: Core Design
Publisher: -

Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis

Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis
Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis, released in 1992 by LucasArts, is a classic point-and-click adventure that takes players on a thrilling archaeological journey alongside the legendary Indiana Jones. Set in 1939, on the brink of World War II, t...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1992
Developer: LucasArts
Publisher: -

The Legend of Kyrandia

The Legend of Kyrandia
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...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1992
Developer: Westwood Studios
Publisher: Virgin Interactive

Heart of China

Heart of China
Heart of China, released in 1991 by Dynamix, is a cinematic point-and-click adventure that whisks players away to a romantic and dangerous journey across 1930s Asia. Blending action, drama, and light-hearted charm, the game follows Jake “Lucky” Maste...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1991
Developer: Dynamix
Publisher: Sierra On-Line

Cruise for a Corpse

Cruise for a Corpse
Cruise for a Corpse, released in 1991 by Delphine Software, is a captivating point-and-click adventure game that immerses players in a classic murder mystery. Set aboard a luxurious 1920s cruise ship, the game puts players in the role of Raoul Dusent...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1991
Developer: Delphine Software
Publisher: Interplay Productions

Monkey Island 2: LeChuck's Revenge

Monkey Island 2: LeChuck's Revenge
Monkey Island 2: LeChuck's Revenge, released in 1991 by LucasArts, is a legendary point-and-click adventure game that combines hilarious humor, clever puzzles, and a swashbuckling story. As the sequel to The Secret of Monkey Island, the game follows ...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1991
Developer: LucasArts
Publisher: -

B.A.T.

B.A.T.
B.A.T. is a futuristic cyberpunk role-playing adventure game developed and published by Ubi Soft in 1990 for MS-DOS and other platforms. Set in a gritty sci-fi metropolis, it blends traditional RPG elements with a strong emphasis on investigation, di...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1990
Developer: Computer's Dream
Publisher: Ubisoft

Operation Stealth

Operation Stealth
Operation Stealth, known as James Bond: The Stealth Affair in North America, is a spy-themed point-and-click adventure developed by Delphine Software and released for MS-DOS in 1990. The game follows CIA agent John Glames as he is assigned to recover...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1990
Developer: Delphine Software
Publisher: U.S. Gold

Countdown

Countdown
Countdown is a gripping point-and-click adventure thriller that plunges players into a world of espionage, conspiracy, and psychological intrigue. You awaken in a Turkish asylum with no memory of who you are, accused of a murder you don’t remember co...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1990
Developer: Access Software
Publisher: -

Rise of the Dragon

Rise of the Dragon
Rise of the Dragon, released in 1990 by Dynamix, is a cyberpunk adventure game that blends noir storytelling with point-and-click gameplay in a gritty, dystopian future. Set in a crime-ridden Los Angeles in the year 2053, players assume the role of B...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1990
Developer: Dynamix
Publisher: Sierra On-Line

Maupiti Island

Maupiti Island
Maupiti Island, released in 1990 by Lankhor, is a deep and atmospheric detective adventure that immerses players in a gripping noir-style mystery. As private investigator Jérôme Lange, players find themselves stranded on the remote Maupiti Island aft...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1990
Developer: Lankhor
Publisher: Ubisoft

Loom

Loom
Loom, released in 1990 by Lucasfilm Games, is a unique and atmospheric point-and-click adventure game set in a mystical, fantasy world. The game tells the story of Bobbin Threadbare, a young Weaver who discovers that his guild's elders have been tran...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1990
Developer: LucasArts
Publisher: -

The Secret of Monkey Island

The Secret of Monkey Island
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 ...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1990
Developer: LucasArts
Publisher: -

Zak McKracken and the Alien Mindbenders

Zak McKracken and the Alien Mindbenders
Zak McKracken and the Alien Mindbenders, released in 1989 by Lucasfilm Games, is a comedic point-and-click adventure that follows tabloid reporter Zak McKracken on a bizarre quest to save humanity. The plot begins with Zak stumbling upon an alien con...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1989
Developer: LucasArts
Publisher: -

Future Wars

Future Wars
Future Wars, released in 1989 by Delphine Software, is a cinematic point-and-click adventure that blends science fiction with time travel. Players assume the role of a humble janitor who unexpectedly stumbles upon an alien conspiracy threatening huma...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1989
Developer: Delphine Software
Publisher: -

Maniac Mansion

Maniac Mansion
Maniac Mansion is a groundbreaking point-and-click adventure game that set the standard for the genre. Developed by Lucasfilm Games (later LucasArts), it follows a group of teenagers who must infiltrate the eerie Edison mansion to rescue their kidnap...
Genre: ADVENTURE
Release: 1989
Developer: LucasArts
Publisher: -