Comedy MS-DOS Games

Duke Nukem 3D, released in 1996 by 3D Realms, is a fast-paced first-person shooter that became an instant classic thanks to its over-the-top action, destructible environments, and unforgettable one-liners. Players take on the role of Duke Nukem, a…

Day of the Tentacle, released in 1993 by LucasArts, is a beloved point-and-click adventure game that blends time-travel shenanigans with zany humor and imaginative puzzles. A sequel to Maniac Mansion, the game follows Bernard Bernoulli and his…

Prehistorik, released in 1991 by Titus Interactive, is a fun and colorful platformer that takes players back to the Stone Age. In the game, players control a caveman who must navigate through a variety of prehistoric environments, filled with…

Space Quest: Chapter I – The Sarien Encounter is a classic science-fiction adventure game released for MS-DOS by Sierra On-Line in 1986. Players take on the role of Roger Wilco, an ordinary janitor aboard the spaceship Arcada, who unexpectedly…

Gobliiins (1991) is a puzzle-adventure game developed and published by the French studio Coktel Vision for MS-DOS. It is the first entry in the well-known Gobliiins series and stands out for its unusual spelling, stylized visuals, and focus on…

Set in Terry Pratchett’s fantastical Discworld universe, this classic point-and-click adventure casts players as the inept yet lovable wizard Rincewind. When a deadly dragon threatens the city of Ankh-Morpork, it’s up to Rincewind — and his…

Shadow Warrior, released in 1997 by 3D Realms, is a fast-paced first-person shooter built on the Build engine, the same technology behind Duke Nukem 3D. Players take on the role of Lo Wang, a skilled modern ninja working for the corrupt Zilla…

Sam & Max Hit the Road, released in 1993 by LucasArts, is a classic point-and-click adventure game that follows the zany exploits of Sam, a laid-back canine detective, and Max, his hyperactive "rabbity-thing" sidekick. Based on Steve Purcell’s cult…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Cannon Fodder 2 is a tactical action game developed by Sensible Software and released for MS-DOS in 1994. Building on the distinctive style of the original, the game once again puts you in command of a small squad of soldiers as they fight their way…

Gobliins 2: The Prince Buffoon is a charming puzzle-adventure game developed by Coktel Vision and released for MS-DOS in 1992. As the sequel to the original Gobliiins, it continues the series’ distinctive blend of colorful cartoon graphics, surreal…

Beyond Zork: The Coconut of Quendor is a 1987 MS-DOS interactive fiction adventure from Infocom, set in the strange and witty fantasy world of Zork. As the magic of Quendor fades, the legendary Coconut of Quendor has fallen into dangerous hands, and…

Released in 1988 by Sierra On-Line, Leisure Suit Larry Goes Looking for Love (In Several Wrong Places) is the second installment in the popular comedic adventure game series starring the hopeless romantic Larry Laffer. After unexpectedly becoming…

James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod is a colorful and fast-paced platformer developed by Millennium Interactive and released for MS-DOS in 1993. The game follows the quirky secret agent fish, James Pond, as he embarks on a mission to stop the evil Dr.…

Eternam is a graphic adventure game released for MS-DOS in 1992 by Infogrames. The game tells the story of Don Jonz, an officer of the Orion United Forces who arrives for a vacation on the planet Eternam—a galactic amusement center whose islands…

Earthworm Jim is a fast-paced, side-scrolling action platformer created by Shiny Entertainment, first released in 1994 and ported to MS-DOS in 1996. The game follows an ordinary earthworm who accidentally acquires a high-tech supersuit, transforming…

Knights of Xentar, released in 1995 by Megatech Software, is an English-localized version of the Japanese RPG Dragon Knight III. It’s a tongue-in-cheek, anime-styled role-playing game that mixes traditional fantasy storytelling with heavy doses of…

Innocent Until Caught, released in 1993 by Psygnosis, is a humorous sci-fi point-and-click adventure set in a galaxy of corruption, crime, and interstellar bureaucracy. Players step into the shoes of Jack T. Ladd, a smooth-talking thief with a knack…

Rex Nebular and the Cosmic Gender Bender, released by MicroProse in 1992, is a comedic point-and-click adventure with a sci-fi twist. Players take on the role of Rex Nebular, a down-on-his-luck space smuggler who crash-lands on a mysterious planet…

Battle Chess, released for MS-DOS in 1988 by Interplay Productions, brought the classic game of chess to life with a unique and entertaining twist. Instead of simple moves on a static board, each piece was represented by a fully animated character,…

Battle Bugs is a quirky real-time strategy game developed by Epyx and released for MS-DOS in 1994. Set entirely on everyday household battlegrounds like kitchen floors, picnic blankets, and backyard patios, the game pits teams of cartoon-style…

The Legend of Kyrandia: Hand of Fate is the second installment in the acclaimed point-and-click adventure series developed by Westwood Studios and released for MS-DOS in 1993. This time, players take on the role of the witty and resourceful Zanthia,…