Retro games, abandonware, freeware and classic games for PC and Mac
GamesNostalgia Blog: articles, reviews, tutorials, guides, stories about retro games, abandonware, classic games, game designers, interviews and the exciting history of computer games.
Author : Manu
3 August 2025, 7:58 pm
After ten years of hard work and countless hours of meticulous curation, GamesNostalgia has officially reached a significant milestone: 1500 games are now available on the website. What began as a passionate project to preserve classic gaming has evolved into one of the most comprehensive retro gaming libraries on the web, offering carefully curated versions of timeless titles for Windows and macOS.
Read MoreAuthor : Manu
5 July 2025, 3:12 pm
Real Time Strategy games represent one of the most influential and enduring genres in computer gaming history. Unlike turn-based strategy games, where players take sequential turns to make moves, RTS games unfold continuously in real time, demanding split-second decision-making, resource management, and tactical coordination. Players typically control armies, manage economies, construct buildings, and engage in warfare while the game clock never stops ticking. This creates an intense experience that combines the cerebral challenge of traditional strategy games with the immediate excitement of action games.
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Author : Maddie
26 June 2025, 6:45 pm
The Commodore 64 wasn't just a computer - it was a revolution that brought arcade-quality gaming into millions of homes. With its powerful SID sound chip, advanced graphics capabilities, and 64KB of RAM, the C64 became the canvas for some of the most innovative and technically impressive games ever created.
Read MoreAuthor : Manu
3 April 2025, 2:09 pm
After a long and challenging effort, we’re excited to announce that our Amiga game wrappers have been updated to work with macOS Sequoia!
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Author : Adam
20 June 2023, 7:40 am
Are you feeling nostalgic for the good old days of gaming? Longing to relive the joy you experienced while playing those classic PC games from your childhood? If you landed on this site, you probably are. In this guide, we will take you on a journey down memory lane and show you how to unlock the nostalgia by downloading and playing your favorite old PC games. Whether it's the iconic adventures of [Commander Keen], the strategic battles of [Age of Empires], or the addictive puzzles of [Myst], we've got you covered.
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Author : Tasha
10 April 2021, 8:57 am
When the Nintendo Entertainment System exploded onto the scene in the mid-80s, it didn’t just revive the gaming industry — it rewired an entire generation. Suddenly, arcade-style action, bright 8-bit worlds, and unforgettable melodies were right there in our living rooms. With its simple-but-smart hardware, iconic controller, and instantly recognizable sound chip, the NES proved that great gameplay didn’t need fancy tech… just creativity, charm, and that unmistakable Nintendo magic.
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