Classic MS-DOS Games from 1989

1989 was a landmark year. Jordan Mechner's Prince of Persia revolutionised platforming with rotoscoped animation and physics-based movement — a template that influenced developers for decades. Will Wright's SimCity invited players to build and manage entire cities, launching the city-builder and god-game genre. Bullfrog's Populous defined the deity simulation. Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade brought cinematic adventure storytelling to the PC in a way that had rarely been achieved before.

Games from 1989 (by rating)

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Face Off!
Face Off! – MS-DOS cover art
Face Off!, released in 1989 by Gamestar, is a classic ice hockey simulation that captures the fast-paced action and strategic depth of the sport. Known for its detailed gameplay and focus on player control, the game offers a highly customizable…
Genre: Sports
Release: 1989
Developer: MindSpan
Publisher: Gamestar

Budokan: The Martial Spirit
Budokan: The Martial Spirit – MS-DOS cover art
Budokan: The Martial Spirit, is a martial arts simulation game released in 1989 by Electronic Arts. The game immerses players in the world of traditional martial arts, offering a unique and authentic experience that emphasizes discipline, skill, and…
Genre: Fighting
Release: 1989
Developer: Electronic Arts
Publisher: -

SimCity
SimCity – MS-DOS cover art
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…
Genre: Strategy
Release: 1989
Developer: Maxis
Publisher: -