Side-scrolling MS-DOS Games

Gods, released in 1991 by The Bitmap Brothers, is a mythological action-platformer that plunges players into a dangerous world of ancient gods and mythical creatures. Set in a crumbling city overrun by chaos, players assume the role of Hercules,…

Golden Axe, released in 1989 by Sega, is a classic side-scrolling beat-’em-up set in a mythical fantasy world. Players choose from three distinct heroes—a barbarian, an amazon, and a dwarf—each seeking vengeance against the evil Death Adder, who has…

Hocus Pocus is a colorful side-scrolling platformer developed by Moonlite Software and published by Apogee Software for MS-DOS in 1994. You play as Hocus, a young apprentice wizard on a quest to prove himself worthy of joining the Council of…

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade: The Action Game is a fast-paced action platformer released for MS-DOS, developed by Tiertex and published by U.S. Gold. Based on the iconic film, the game puts players in the boots of Indiana Jones as he travels…

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.…

Jazz Jackrabbit, released in 1994 by Epic MegaGames, is a fast-paced platform shooter that blends action, humor, and vibrant graphics into an unforgettable gaming experience. Players control Jazz, a green, sunglasses-wearing jackrabbit on a mission…

Jill of the Jungle, released in 1992 by Epic MegaGames, is a vibrant action-platformer that stars Jill, a fearless Amazonian warrior on a quest through dangerous landscapes filled with traps, monsters, and puzzles. With its mix of fast-paced…

Karateka (1984) is a classic side-scrolling martial arts game developed by Jordan Mechner and published by Brøderbund for MS-DOS and other platforms. Renowned for its cinematic presentation and fluid rotoscoped animation, Karateka was one of the…

Karnov is a classic side-scrolling action platformer developed by Data East and originally released in arcades in 1987. The game follows Jinborov Karnovski, a muscular, fire-breathing former circus strongman on a dangerous quest to recover the…

Lemmings, released in 1991 by Psygnosis, is a pioneering puzzle game that captivated players with its unique gameplay and charming characters. In the game, players are tasked with guiding a group of small, green-haired creatures called Lemmings…

Lemmings 2: The Tribes is a classic puzzle-strategy game developed by DMA Design Limited and published by Psygnosis in 1993 for MS-DOS. As the sequel to the hugely popular original Lemmings, the game introduces an exciting new adventure featuring…

Manic Miner, released in 1983 by Software Projects, is a pioneering platform game that defined the side-scrolling adventure genre. In Manic Miner, players control Miner Willy, a daring explorer venturing through a series of increasingly dangerous…

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…

Monster Bash, released by Apogee Software in 1993, is a side-scrolling platform game with a spooky yet humorous twist. Players control Johnny Dash, a young boy armed with a powerful slingshot, who ventures into creepy graveyards, haunted castles,…

Montezuma’s Revenge, released in 1984 by Parker Brothers, is a classic platform adventure game that transports players to the depths of a mysterious Aztec pyramid. Players control the brave explorer Panama Joe as he navigates a maze of rooms filled…

Phantis is a science fiction action game released in 1987 for MS-DOS by the Spanish company Dinamic Multimedia, originally known as Dinamic Software. Also released internationally as Game Over II, the game takes players on a dangerous rescue mission…

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…

Prehistorik 2, released in 1993 by Titus France, is a humorous platformer that takes players on a wild journey through prehistoric times. As a club-wielding caveman, players embark on a quest to gather food by bashing their way through a variety of…

Prince of Persia, released in 1990 by Broderbund, is a groundbreaking action-platformer that set new standards for fluid animation and cinematic gameplay. Set in an exotic, ancient Persian setting, the game follows the story of an unnamed prince who…

Prince of Persia 2: The Shadow and the Flame, released in 1993 by Brøderbund, is a cinematic action-platformer that continues the legendary saga of the nameless prince. Picking up where the original Prince of Persia left off, the game follows the…

Push-Over, released in 1992 by Ocean Software, is a clever puzzle-platformer that challenges players with intricate logic and strategy. The game puts players in the role of G.I. Ant, an industrious ant tasked with retrieving lost packets of Quavers…

Putty Squad is a quirky and colorful platformer developed by System 3 and first released for the Super Nintendo in 1994, with an MS-DOS version that was sent to magazines as a demo but never officially released. Players control Putty, a…

Quadrax is a classic MS-DOS puzzle game released in 1995 by the Slovak developer Cauldron. Built on a simple but demanding concept, the game challenges players to think several steps ahead. Its minimalist presentation and sharp focus on gameplay…

Rick Dangerous, released in 1989 by Core Design, is a classic action-platformer that pays homage to Indiana Jones-style adventure and exploration. Players take on the role of Rick Dangerous, a daring British secret agent, as he embarks on a perilous…

RoboCop is an action-packed game released by Data East in arcades in 1988 and brought to MS-DOS in 1989, based on the iconic sci-fi film. Players take control of RoboCop, the heavily armored cybernetic police officer, and fight their way through the…