1986 Games Collection

The true sequel to the original Super Mario Bros introduces new power-ups, enhanced physics, and a dynamic weather system. Mario and Luigi return with new abilities to save Princess Peach from Bowser's airship fleet across eight chaotic worlds.

The foundational vampire-hunting action game where players control Simon Belmont through Dracula's castle. Features the iconic Vampire Killer whip and sub-weapons like holy water and throwing axes.

The groundbreaking action-adventure that defined open-world gaming. As Link, explore Hyrule freely to rescue Princess Zelda from Ganon, collecting items and uncovering secrets.

The game that defined Japanese RPGs, Dragon Quest (known as Dragon Warrior in North America initially) introduced core mechanics that became genre staples: turn-based combat, experience points, and equipment progression.

TwinBee is a vertically scrolling shoot 'em up game developed by Konami, originally released in arcades in 1985 and ported to the NES in 1986. It introduced the iconic bell power-up system and cute character designs that became hallmarks of the series.

Othello is a digital adaptation of the classic strategy board game for the NES, released in 1986. Based on the Reversi concept, players take turns placing black or white discs to flip opponent's pieces. The NES version features both single-player against AI and two-player modes with simple controls perfect for the console.

Balloon Fight is an action game where players control a character with balloons attached to their back, flying through stages while avoiding enemies and popping their balloons. Features single-player and versus modes with simple but addictive gameplay.

A 1986 rescue mission shooter where players pilot a helicopter through enemy territory to rescue hostages, balancing fuel management with tactical combat against tanks and fighter jets.

Based on the 1985 adventure film, The Goonies is an action-adventure game where players control Mikey navigating through caves, solving puzzles, and rescuing friends from the Fratelli crime family. Features platforming, item collection, and hidden passages.

Kid Icarus is an action-adventure game developed and published by Nintendo for the NES. Players control Pit, a young angel who must rescue the goddess Palutena from the underworld ruler Medusa. The game combines platforming with RPG elements and features vertical scrolling levels.

Sega's 1986 arcade masterpiece featuring a Ferrari Testarossa Spider in a non-linear racing adventure. Choose between five destinations with branching paths, accompanied by the legendary 'Magical Sound Shower' soundtrack.

Rygar is an action-adventure arcade game developed and published by Tecmo in 1986. Players control the warrior Rygar who wields a unique weapon called the 'Diskarmor' to battle through mythical lands and defeat the evil Ligar.

Bubble Bobble is a 1986 platform arcade game where players control Bub and Bob, two cute dinosaurs who trap enemies in bubbles. Known for its cooperative gameplay, cheerful music, and hidden secrets that influenced future platformers.

DARIUS is a 1986 side-scrolling shooter arcade game featuring branching paths, massive mechanical sea creatures as bosses, and a unique triple-screen display. Players pilot the Silver Hawk spacecraft against the alien Belsar army across 26 alphabetical zones.

SUPER MARIO BROS. is Nintendo's 1986 arcade adaptation of their NES masterpiece. Players control Mario (or Luigi in 2P mode) through 8 worlds to rescue Princess Peach from Bowser, featuring enhanced graphics and the Vs. Mode competitive variant.

Fantasy Zone is a colorful side-scrolling shoot 'em up featuring the adorable spaceship Opa-Opa. Players defend pastel-colored planets by destroying enemy bases while collecting coins to upgrade weapons at floating shops.

Alex Kidd in Miracle World is a platform game developed and published by Sega for the Master System. Originally built into the console's BIOS, it became one of the most recognizable titles for the system and Sega's early mascot platformer before Sonic.

Based on the 1985 film, this side-scrolling action game puts players in control of John Rambo as he infiltrates Vietnam to rescue POWs. Features both jungle combat and vehicular shooting sections with the iconic compound bow.