Retro games, abandonware, freeware and classic games for PC and Mac
Author: GN Team - Published: 8 August 2023, 7:40 pm
Castle of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse is a side-scrolling platformer developed by SEGA and released in 1990 for the Genesis/Mega Drive. It was also converted to 8-bit and ported to the SEGA Master System.
In Castle of Illusion, you take on the role of Mickey Mouse on a quest to rescue Minnie Mouse from the clutches of the evil witch Mizrabel. The game features a series of side-scrolling levels set within a magical castle, each with its own unique theme and challenges. Mickey must navigate through platforms, defeat enemies, and solve puzzles to progress through the game. Enemies can be defeated by jumping on them or throwing apples. It's clearly a non-violent game perfect for kids but good for adults too.
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Author: GN Team - Published: 29 July 2023, 12:59 pm
Blazing Lazers (also known as Gunhed) is a sci-fi vertical scrolling shooter created by Hudson Soft for the TurboGrafx-16. The game, released in 1989, is considered one of the best made for the NEC console (also known as PC Engine in Japan and part of Europe). Most PC Engine games benefited from the console's hardware capabilities, which have an 8-bit processor, an audio chip, and an excellent graphics co-processor (able to show almost 500 colors on screen). Blazing Lazers is a great example.
Your mission is to destroy the Dark Squadron, a race of evil aliens invading our planet and their eight Super Weapons. Every area of the nine levels contains one or more bosses. The game featured stunning visuals, with vibrant colors and detailed sprites that pushed the hardware to its limits. The scrolling backgrounds and smooth animations gave the game a sense of depth. The game featured a variety of power-ups and weapons that allowed players to customize their playstyle. From rapid-fire lasers to devastating bombs, Blazing Lasers offered a wide range of options for players to experiment with.
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Author: Adam - Published: 1 July 2023, 12:29 am
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Hyperstone Heist is a beat-em-up created by Konami for the SEGA Mega Drive/Genesis and released in 1992. It was the first appearance of the famous Turtles on the SEGA 16-bit console. If you have never played it, you are lucky because you can download it from GamesNostalgia.
In the game, you will join Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo, and Donatello as they leap into action to save New York City from the clutches of evil. The beloved turtles return in a heart-pounding battle against their arch-nemesis, Shredder, and his army of foot soldiers. The Hyperstone Heist is a must-play for fans of the iconic franchise. As you navigate through the city's treacherous streets, sewers, and skyscrapers, you'll unleash the turtles' unique abilities, master their powerful weapons, and discover hidden secrets along the way.
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Author: Adam - Published: 29 June 2023, 11:12 am
Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse is the third chapter in the Castlevania series created by Konami. The horror platformer was released in December 1989 for the NES.
The game is set in the fictional land of Transylvania, a place shrouded in darkness and filled with supernatural creatures. The game takes place during the 15th century, when the Belmont family, known for their vampire-hunting abilities, is tasked with defeating the resurrected Count Dracula. You assume the role of Trevor Belmont, a skilled vampire hunter, as he embarks on a perilous journey to rid the world of Dracula's curse. Along the way, Trevor encounters various allies and adversaries, each with unique abilities and motivations.
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Author: Adam - Published: 24 June 2023, 9:15 pm
Harlequin is a platform game published by Gremlin Graphics for the Amiga and Atari ST in 1992. The game was developed by The Warp Factory, the makers of Zool 2.
In this colorful and visually striking game, players take on the role of the Harlequin, a jester-like character, in a surreal world. Harlequin fires hearts of love at the enemies to kill them, which should already tell you that this is not a game like the others. You navigate through a series of side-scrolling levels, each filled with traps, enemies, and puzzles to solve. The world is huge, and the levels are all different. You will find Cutesy Land, Bomb Run, Alice in Wonderland, and many others.
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Author: Adam - Published: 21 June 2023, 8:24 pm
The Elder Scrolls: Arena is the first game in The Elder Scrolls series, developed and published by Bethesda Softworks. It is an epic fantasy open-world role-playing game published in 1994 for MS-DOS. In 2004 the game was released for free.
** Forgotten Jewel: Rediscovering the Magic of Elder Scrolls 1 **
In the vast landscape of the gaming world, there is one gem that often goes overlooked - The Elder Scrolls 1. While its sequels, such as Skyrim and Oblivion, have become household names, the origins of this beloved series tend to be forgotten. But today, we embark on an expedition to rediscover the magic that lies within the forgotten jewel of The Elder Scrolls 1. Developed by Bethesda Softworks, this fantasy role-playing game takes players on an immersive journey through the fictional realm of Tamriel. With its groundbreaking open-world exploration, complex character development, and captivating storyline, The Elder Scrolls: Arena laid the foundation for the epic franchise we know today.
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