Best Classic DOS Games from the 1990s

The 1990s were arguably the greatest decade in PC gaming history. MS-DOS games reached new heights of complexity, storytelling, and technical achievement. The early 90s saw the rise of the FPS with Wolfenstein 3D and DOOM, while mid-decade brought legendary RPGs like Ultima VII and Baldur's Gate. Real-time strategy boomed with Dune II, Warcraft, and StarCraft. By the late 90s, DOS was giving way to Windows — but the games from this era remain some of the most beloved in all of gaming. Explore the best of the decade below.

Games of all genres (by release years)

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Cosmo's Cosmic Adventure

Cosmo's Cosmic Adventure, released in 1992 by Apogee Software, is a charming platformer that follows the adventures of Cosmo, a young alien stranded on a mysterious planet while searching for his missing parents. With his suction-cup hands and boundl...

Genre: PLATFORMER
Release: 1992
Developer: 3D Realms
Publisher: -

Metal Mutant

Metal Mutant, released in 1991 by Silmarils, is a unique side-scrolling action-adventure game that puts players in control of a powerful biomechanical warrior on a mission to overthrow an evil robotic empire. What sets Metal Mutant apart is its trans...

Genre: ACTION
Release: 1991
Developer: Silmarils
Publisher: -

Body Blows

Body Blows, released in 1993 by Team17, is a fast-paced arcade-style fighting game that brought intense one-on-one combat to the PC. Drawing inspiration from genre classics like Street Fighter II, the game features a colorful cast of unique fighters,...

Genre: FIGHTING
Release: 1993
Developer: Team17
Publisher: -

Daughter of Serpents

Daughter of Serpents, released in 1992 by Eldritch Games, is a text-heavy adventure game with RPG elements, set in a mysterious and occult-driven version of 1920s Egypt. Blending Lovecraftian horror with detective storytelling, the game places player...

Genre: HORROR
Release: 1992
Developer: Eldritch Games
Publisher: Millennium Interactive

Dyna Blaster

Dyna Blaster, released in 1990 by Hudson Soft, is a fast-paced action-puzzle game better known as Bomberman in other regions. This classic arcade-style game challenges players to strategically place bombs, destroy obstacles, and defeat enemies while ...

Genre: ACTION
Release: 1990
Developer: Hudson Soft
Publisher: -

Ugh!

Ugh!, released in 1992 by Play Byte, is a charming and quirky arcade-style game that blends action, strategy, and humor. Set in prehistoric times, players take on the role of a caveman who pilots a stone-age helicopter to transport passengers across ...

Genre: ACTION
Release: 1992
Developer: Egosoft
Publisher: Play Byte

Test Drive III: The Passion

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 ...

Genre: RACING
Release: 1990
Developer: Accolade
Publisher: -

Alcatraz

Alcatraz, is a 1992 action-adventure game developed by Infogrames. Set in the infamous Alcatraz prison, the game combines elements of stealth, strategy, and combat. Players assume the roles of two special agents, Bird and Fist, who are tasked with in...

Genre: PLATFORMER
Release: 1992
Developer: 221B Software Productions
Publisher: Infogrames

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