Game Genres

Super Mario Bros. is a platform game developed and published by Nintendo. The successor to the 1983 arcade game Mario Bros. and the first in the Super Mario series, it was released in 1985 for the Famicom in Japan. Players control Mario, or his brother Luigi in the multiplayer mode, as they travel the Mushroom Kingdom to rescue Princess Toadstool from Bowser.

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.

Super Mario Bros. 3 is a platform game developed and published by Nintendo for the NES. Released in 1988 in Japan and 1990 internationally, it introduced revolutionary features like the world map, diverse power-ups including the Tanooki Suit, and advanced scrolling mechanics. Often considered one of the greatest video games of all time, it set new standards for platforming gameplay and creative level design.

The 1983 NES port of Nintendo's seminal 1981 arcade game that introduced Mario (as Jumpman) and Donkey Kong. Players ascend construction sites to rescue Pauline from the giant ape across four iconic stages: 25m, 50m, 75m, and 100m.

The 1993 NES platformer that introduced Kirby's iconic copy abilities. Players guide the pink hero through seven dreamy worlds to restore the shattered Star Rod and save Dream Land from Nightmare's dark influence.

Ice Climber is a platform game developed and published by Nintendo for the NES. Players control Popo and Nana, two Inuit climbers who must scale 32 mountains to recover stolen vegetables from a condor. The game features cooperative multiplayer and unique ice-breaking mechanics.

Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!! is a boxing sports game developed and published by Nintendo. Released in 1987 for the NES, it features Little Mac fighting through a series of colorful opponents culminating in a match against Mike Tyson. Known for its timing-based gameplay and memorable characters, it became one of the most iconic sports games of the 8-bit era.

A unique fighting game spin-off from the Kunio-kun series featuring characters from River City Ransom and other Technos classics in tournament battles with RPG-style stat progression.

Yie Ar Kung-Fu is a classic one-on-one fighting game that predates Street Fighter, featuring 11 unique opponents with different fighting styles. Players master punches, kicks, and special moves to progress through increasingly difficult matches.

A pioneering martial arts action game where you must defeat enemies to rescue Princess Mariko from the evil Akuma. Features realistic animation and precise timing-based combat.

Based on the legendary shonen anime, this 1-on-1 fighter lets players control Yusuke Urameshi and his spirit detective team in battles across the Dark Tournament arc. Features signature moves like the Spirit Gun and Dragon of the Darkness Flame with authentic manga-style visuals.

The Genesis port of SNK's seminal 1992 fighting game featuring improved mechanics from the Neo Geo original. Players choose between 8 fighters (including Terry Bogard, Andy Bogard, and Joe Higashi) to compete in the King of Fighters tournament against the deadly Wolfgang Krauser.

The landmark beat-'em-up where brothers Billy and Jimmy Lee rescue Marian from the Black Warriors gang. Introduces combo attacks and upgradable moves in a single-player campaign.

Billy and Jimmy Lee return in this brutal sequel to avenge Marian's death, introducing new combat mechanics including aerial attacks and grapple throws across 9 stages of street brawling action.

The Lee brothers embark on a global quest to recover five mystical stones, featuring new playable characters Chin Seimei and Yagyu Ranzou with unique fighting styles across 7 international stages.

The ultimate team-up featuring the Battletoads and Billy & Jimmy Lee from Double Dragon. This crossover beat 'em up combines both franchises' signature combat with co-op gameplay and exaggerated cartoon violence.

The precursor to Double Dragon that established the urban beat-'em-up formula. Battle through 4 districts of New York using punches, kicks, and throws against street gangs.

This groundbreaking hybrid combines street brawling with RPG elements as Kunio and Riki fight through gangs to rescue Kyoko, featuring an open city to explore, shops to upgrade stats, and co-op gameplay.

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 debut of Capcom's iconic Blue Bomber in a revolutionary non-linear platformer. Defeat Robot Masters to gain their weapons in any order, culminating in Dr. Wily's fortress.

The Blue Bomber returns with eight new Robot Masters in this genre-defining sequel, introducing the iconic weapon acquisition system and Energy Tanks across challenging nonlinear stages.

The Blue Bomber's third adventure introduces sliding mechanics, Rush the robotic dog companion, and eight new Robot Masters with improved weapon energy management across 14 action-packed stages.

The Blue Bomber returns to face a mysterious new enemy, Dr. Cossack, and his eight Robot Masters. Introduces the Mega Buster charge shot and the first appearance of Eddie, the item-delivery robot.

In this NES installment, Mega Man must uncover the mystery behind Proto Man's apparent betrayal while battling eight new Robot Masters. Introduces the Mega Buster charge shot and Beat the bird companion who assists in combat.

Kunio and his delinquent squad face international teams in this hyper-violent dodgeball adaptation, featuring special throws, court hazards, and RPG-like character stats across 12 global arenas.

This over-the-top soccer adaptation features brutal slide tackles, super shots, and RPG-style team customization across 16 international teams and 7 stadium types with varying terrain effects.

The explosive classic! Strategically place bombs to blast through maze-like stages alone or challenge friends in the revolutionary battle mode.

The arcade classic comes home! Guide Pac-Man through mazes while eating dots and avoiding ghosts Blinky, Pinky, Inky and Clyde. Collect power pellets to turn the tables!

Pac-Mania for NES is an isometric 3D adaptation of the classic Pac-Man formula, featuring new jumping mechanics and faster gameplay. Released in 1990, this version brings the arcade hit home with colorful graphics and all the original mazes plus new additions.

Q*bert is a classic action-puzzle game where players control the orange, tube-nosed character as he hops on pyramid cubes to change their colors while avoiding enemies like Coily the snake and bouncing balls.

EarthBound, known as Mother in Japan, is a role-playing video game developed by Ape Inc. and HAL Laboratory, and published by Nintendo. The game follows Ness, a young boy with psychic abilities, and his friends as they journey across the world to collect melodies and defeat the cosmic horror Giygas.

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.

The first JRPG sequel expands the adventure with three playable descendants of Erdrick. Journey across continents to defeat the malevolent Hargon in this groundbreaking title that introduced party mechanics and ship travel to the genre.

The epic conclusion to the Erdrick Trilogy, Dragon Quest III follows a young hero destined to defeat the archfiend Baramos. Featuring a revolutionary class system and expansive world, it set new standards for JRPGs and remains one of the most influential games in the genre.

Dragon Quest IV is a landmark JRPG that introduced a revolutionary chapter-based narrative structure. The game follows multiple protagonists whose stories eventually converge in an epic quest to save the world from the evil Necrosaro.

The game that saved Square from bankruptcy and launched one of gaming's most iconic franchises. This NES classic established core RPG mechanics like the job system, turn-based battles, and an epic fantasy narrative.

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 second installment in the Castlevania series introduces RPG elements to the franchise. Players control Simon Belmont as he searches for Dracula's body parts to break a curse in this nonlinear adventure with a day-night cycle.

A unique action-adventure game based on the manga about a boy with a third eye. Features puzzle-solving and special psychic abilities to defeat enemies.

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.

8 Eyes is an action-adventure game developed by Thinking Rabbit and published by Taxan for the NES. Set in a post-apocalyptic future, players control Orin the Falconer and his trained falcon Cutrus through eight castles to collect magical jewels. The game combines platforming, exploration, and strategic falcon control mechanics.

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.

Excitebike is a motocross racing game developed and published by Nintendo for the NES. Released in 1984 in Japan and 1985 internationally, it was one of the system's launch titles in North America. The game features physics-based motorcycle racing with overheating mechanics, ramp jumps, and a track design mode that was revolutionary for its time.

Classic top-down racing game where you dodge traffic and race against time. Features 5 stages with increasing speed and challenging obstacles.

R.C. Pro-Am is a pioneering radio-controlled car racing game featuring isometric perspective racing with weapon pickups. Players compete in championship circuits while collecting power-ups and avoiding hazards.

A unique racing game where players control a penguin named Penta who must navigate icy terrain, avoid obstacles, and reach checkpoints before time runs out.

An unlicensed Street Fighter racing parody where characters battle in go-karts using their signature moves. Features 8 playable fighters including Ryu, Chun-Li, and M. Bison racing through global-themed tracks with special attacks.

Turbo Outrun is an arcade-style racing game and sequel to Out Run, featuring high-speed coast-to-coast races across America with turbo boost mechanics and time-limited stages.

The legendary run-and-gun shooter where commandos Bill Rizer and Lance Bean battle alien forces in a 2D side-scrolling onslaught. Famous for its spread shot power-up and 30-lives 'Konami Code'.

A spin-off in the Contra series featuring a team of four special operatives with unique abilities battling terrorists in an urban environment with improved weapon systems.

The ultimate alien-blasting sequel! Battle through 8 stages as Bill and Lance with enhanced Spread Guns and new overhead-view levels to destroy the Red Falcon organization.

A top-down military shooter where players control a heavily armed jeep rescuing POWs behind enemy lines. Features simultaneous two-player co-op with upgradable weapons and destructible environments across six intense missions.

The European version of Contra featuring robotic protagonists instead of human soldiers due to regional content restrictions. Battle through 8 stages of intense alien warfare with a friend in co-op mode.

Treasure's explosive debut title redefined run-and-gun gameplay with its weapon fusion system, acrobatic combat, and cinematic boss battles. Players control Gunstar Red or Blue to stop the evil Empire from obtaining four mystical gems with world-ending power.

Dr. Mario is a puzzle game where players assume the role of Mario as a doctor who must eliminate viruses by matching colored vitamin capsules. The game features infectious music and increasing difficulty levels that provide lasting challenge.

Tetris is a tile-matching puzzle game developed and published by Nintendo for the NES. Released in 1989, it became the definitive version of Alexey Pajitnov's original concept, featuring addictive gameplay where players rotate and arrange falling tetrominoes to clear lines. The NES version is particularly renowned for its iconic music and competitive two-player mode.

Wario's Woods is a unique puzzle game featuring Toad as the protagonist. Players arrange and match colored monsters and bombs to clear the playing field while Wario constantly disrupts the gameplay.

Clu Clu Land is a unique puzzle-action game where players control a sea urchin-like creature named Bubbles. The objective is to uncover hidden gold bars by grabbing pegs while avoiding enemies in underwater mazes.

Wrecking Crew is a puzzle-action game featuring Mario as a construction worker who must demolish buildings while avoiding enemies. The game includes 100 stages with increasing difficulty and a level editor for creating custom stages.

A tile-matching puzzle game where players align colorful gems to make them disappear. Features competitive 2-player mode and progressively faster falling speeds.

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.

Panorama Cotton is a unique shoot 'em up featuring pseudo-3D graphics and a rotating perspective. Players control the witch Cotton through vibrant fantasy landscapes, battling enemies with magical attacks.

A vertically scrolling shoot 'em up arcade game set in World War II, featuring intense aerial combat with power-up systems and screen-clearing bombs.

Classic vertically-scrolling arcade shooter set in an alternate WWII timeline. Players choose from six aircraft with unique charge attacks and fight through eight stages of intense bullet-hell action against massive enemy bosses.

The explosive sequel to Psikyo's classic vertical shooter features enhanced bullet patterns, seven playable aircraft with unique charge attacks, and a new 'Bomb Stock' system. Battle through eight stages of intense aerial combat against massive mechanized bosses in this alternate WWII scenario.

The final chapter in Psikyo's acclaimed WWII shooter trilogy introduces a revolutionary 'Energy Gauge' system and eight distinct aircraft with transformable attack modes. Engage in lightning-fast bullet-dodging action across seven stages featuring multi-phase boss battles with screen-filling attack patterns.

The second installment in the crossover tactical RPG series featuring mecha from various anime franchises. Players command a squad of iconic robots in grid-based battles against the DC Army, with improved gameplay mechanics from the first game.

The first game in the Fire Emblem series, introducing tactical RPG gameplay with permadeath mechanics. Set in the continent of Archanea, it follows Prince Marth's quest to reclaim his kingdom from the evil dragon Medeus.

The second installment in the Fire Emblem series, featuring experimental gameplay with dungeon exploration and free character movement between two parallel storylines. Follows Alm and Celica's separate journeys across the continent of Valentia.

The second installment in Koei's seminal historical strategy series, offering deeper governance simulation and expanded warfare mechanics set during China's Three Kingdoms period (220-280 AD). Players choose a warlord and compete for ultimate domination through diplomacy, economics, and military conquest.

Langrisser is a tactical role-playing game developed by Masaya Games for the Sega Genesis. Released in 1991, it combines strategic grid-based battles with RPG character progression. Players lead armies in a fantasy war between the forces of light and darkness, wielding the legendary sword Langrisser.

Langrisser II is a tactical role-playing game developed by Masaya Games and published by NCS for the Sega Genesis. Released in 1994, it is the second installment in the Langrisser series. The game features an intricate branching storyline with multiple endings, character class progression, and large-scale tactical battles with up to 50 units on screen.

The radical sequel to The Legend of Zelda transforms the formula with side-scrolling combat, RPG-style leveling, and magic spells. Link ventures through Hyrule to awaken Princess Zelda from an eternal sleep while preventing Ganon's resurrection.

Legacy of the Wizard is an action RPG developed by Nihon Falcom and published by Namco for the NES. Players control four family members with unique abilities to explore a vast dungeon and defeat the dragon Keela. Known for its nonlinear gameplay and challenging difficulty.

An isometric action-adventure game following treasure hunter Nigel as he searches for the legendary treasures of King Nole. Features platforming challenges, puzzle-solving, and real-time combat in a vibrant fantasy world. Notable for its innovative 3D-like perspective on 16-bit hardware.

Crossed Swords is a 1991 action RPG arcade game by Alpha Denshi for the Neo Geo MVS. Players engage in first-person sword duels using a unique control scheme combining joystick movements with button presses for attacks and blocks. Notable for its innovative combat system and being one of the few Neo Geo games with RPG elements.

This action RPG covers the Android and Cell Sagas from Dragon Ball Z, featuring 5 playable characters with unique abilities. Players explore open-world environments, complete quests, and engage in real-time combat with signature DBZ moves.

A GBA cartridge combining two Dragon Ball action RPGs - Buu's Fury (DBZ finale) and Transformation (GT adaptation). Features character progression, special moves, and transformations from both series.

Blades of Steel is a classic ice hockey video game developed by Konami. Known for its fast-paced action and fighting mechanics, the game features five-on-five hockey matches with realistic penalties and power plays.

A chaotic sports-action hybrid featuring characters from River City Ransom in outrageous street competitions across five violent events: 100m hurdles, shot put, swimming, pole vault, and a brutal final fight.

A chaotic street basketball game featuring characters from the Kunio-kun series. Combines 3-on-3 basketball with fighting game elements, allowing players to punch, kick, and use special moves to steal the ball.

A chaotic track and field game featuring characters from the Kunio-kun series. Players compete in absurd sporting events like piggyback fights, eating contests, and obstacle course races with combat elements.

One of the earliest American football video games, featuring simplified 1-player vs CPU gameplay where players control the quarterback advancing downfield in 10-yard increments.

Golf for NES is Nintendo's first golf simulation game, released as a launch title for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1985. This simple yet challenging game established the template for future golf video games with its intuitive three-click swing mechanic and overhead course view.

Captain Tsubasa is a soccer RPG based on the popular manga series, featuring Tsubasa Ozora and his friends as they compete in intense matches with special shooting techniques. The NES version simplifies the 11vs11 gameplay into 4vs4 matches with RPG-style leveling systems.

Captain Tsubasa Vol. II: Super Striker is a 1990 soccer action game developed and published by Tecmo for the NES. The sequel to the original Captain Tsubasa game improves upon its predecessor with enhanced graphics, more special techniques, and an expanded roster of playable characters from the popular manga/anime series.

The Kunio-kun series enters the soccer pitch with this over-the-top interpretation of football where brutal tackles, special moves, and environmental hazards are all part of the game.

Nintendo's first soccer game for the NES featuring 7-on-7 matches with simple controls and colorful international teams. The foundation for all future NES sports titles with its accessible arcade-style gameplay.

SNK's arcade soccer simulation featuring exaggerated super shots, tactical team management, and the signature Neo-Geo high-energy gameplay.

SNK's revolutionary arcade soccer game that introduced the 'Power Gauge' system for special shots. Known as 'Tokuten Ou' in Japan, it set new standards for fast-paced football action.

WWF WrestleMania is a professional wrestling game featuring stars from the World Wrestling Federation. Players can choose from six WWF superstars including Hulk Hogan and André the Giant, competing in singles or tag team matches with basic grappling moves and signature finishers.

Professional wrestling game featuring 10 WWF superstars including Hulk Hogan and The Ultimate Warrior. Features exhibition matches, tag team bouts, and a championship tournament mode.

WWF WrestleMania: The Arcade Game is a 1995 fighting game adaptation of the popular arcade title featuring exaggerated, cartoonish versions of WWF superstars like Bret Hart, Undertaker, and Razor Ramon.

Arcade wrestling game featuring digitized sprites of WWF superstars with exaggerated special moves. The original arcade cabinet that inspired the console ports.

WWF WrestleFest is a legendary arcade wrestling game featuring Hulk Hogan, Ultimate Warrior, and other WWF superstars of the early 1990s. Known for its fast-paced action, four-player simultaneous gameplay, and Royal Rumble mode, it's considered one of the greatest wrestling games of all time.

The official GBA adaptation of WWE's classic elimination tag team event. Features 40+ WWE superstars from the Ruthless Aggression era including John Cena, Brock Lesnar, and The Undertaker in fast-paced 2D wrestling action.

A port of the groundbreaking first-person shooter featuring Duke Nukem battling alien invaders across various Earth locations with an arsenal of weapons and signature one-liners.

A portable first-person shooter adaptation of the console hit, featuring James Bond in a globe-trotting mission to stop a nuclear weapons conspiracy. Includes both story campaign and multiplayer modes.

The SNES port of the revolutionary first-person shooter that defined the genre, featuring Allied spy B.J. Blazkowicz escaping Nazi strongholds with iconic weapons like the chaingun.

The definitive Bond experience. Play as 007 through film-inspired missions with silenced PP7, remote mines, and the iconic Golden Gun in revolutionary 4-player split-screen.

Based on the 1999 James Bond film, this first-person shooter features an original storyline expanding the movie plot with new missions. Developed by Eurocom for Nintendo 64, it introduced dual-analog controls via the Controller Pak and was praised for its multiplayer mode.

Doom 64 is a first-person shooter developed by Midway Games as an exclusive title for Nintendo 64. Released in 1997, it features completely new levels, redesigned monsters, enhanced lighting effects, and a haunting atmospheric soundtrack while retaining the classic Doom gameplay.

Namco's 1985 tank combat game featuring cooperative two-player mode. Defend your eagle base while destroying enemy tanks across 35 stages with upgradable weapons and destructible environments.

Gun.Smoke is a Western-themed shoot 'em up game where players take control of a bounty hunter named Billy Bob. The game features overhead shooting action with unique 8-way firing mechanics and horseback combat across six wild frontier towns.

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.

Sky Destroyer is a vertical scrolling shooter game developed by Taito for the NES. Players control a fighter plane through various missions to destroy enemy aircraft and ground targets. The game features power-ups and challenging boss battles.

MAG MAX is a unique 1985 arcade shooter featuring a transforming mech that switches between tank and robot modes. Players battle through futuristic cityscapes while collecting magnetic parts to upgrade their weaponry, with gameplay alternating between horizontal shooting and vertical platforming sections.

Revolutionary 3D rail shooter using the Super FX chip, following Fox McCloud and his team as they battle Andross across the Lylat system. Features six polygonal space combat missions with multiple paths.

Space Invaders is the NES adaptation of Taito's legendary 1978 arcade game that sparked the golden age of video games. Players control a laser cannon moving horizontally at the bottom of the screen, shooting at descending alien formations while taking cover behind destructible bunkers. The iconic pixelated aliens increase speed as their numbers diminish.

Galaga: Demons of Death is the NES port of Namco's classic arcade shooter Galaga (1981). This version features enhanced graphics, new enemy patterns, and the iconic 'Challenging Stage' bonus rounds. Players control a starfighter defending Earth against the Galaga alien armada, with the unique ability to rescue captured ships for dual-firepower.

The NES port of the arcade sequel featuring enhanced alien invasion action with new enemy types, improved weapons, and additional planetary defense scenarios.

Galaxian is a fixed shooter arcade game developed by Namco and ported to the NES in 1984. As the successor to Space Invaders, it introduced colorful graphics and enemies that dive-bomb toward the player's ship in formation patterns.

Namco's 1987 sequel to Galaga introduces dimension warps, triple fighter combinations, and new enemy types like the Zako Yello. Features 29 stages with branching paths and a synthesized voice announcing power-ups.

SPACE INVADERS is the revolutionary 1978 arcade shooter that defined the video game industry. Players control a laser cannon moving horizontally to destroy descending alien invaders before they reach Earth. Famous for its accelerating enemy patterns and iconic pixel art aliens.

Join Hamtaro and friends on a quest to mend broken hearts across town. Explore colorful locations, solve puzzles, and learn new Ham-Chat words to help fellow Ham-Hams with their problems.

A groundbreaking rail shooter/visual novel hybrid with frenetic on-rails combat and a deep sci-fi storyline. Set in a dystopian future where mutated humans battle for survival, featuring innovative dual-stick controls years before their mainstream adoption.

A courtroom drama visual novel where players assume the role of defense attorney Phoenix Wright, investigating crimes and cross-examining witnesses to prove their clients' innocence.

The second game in the Ace Attorney series puts rookie defense attorney Phoenix Wright through four intense courtroom battles. Featuring new Psyche-Lock mechanics and the debut of prosecutor Franziska von Karma, this installment raises the stakes with higher difficulty cases.

The third installment in the Ace Attorney series features Phoenix Wright defending clients in dramatic courtroom battles while uncovering dark secrets from his mentor Mia Fey's past.

Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney is a 2007 visual novel adventure game where players assume the role of rookie defense attorney Apollo Justice. Investigate crime scenes, collect evidence, and cross-examine witnesses in dramatic courtroom battles to uncover the truth behind four elaborate cases. Introduces the revolutionary 'Perceive' system to detect witness nervous tells.

An educational spin-off of the Donkey Kong series where players solve math problems by climbing vines and entering numbers. Features both single-player calculation practice and competitive two-player modes.

An educational adventure game where Luigi travels worldwide to recover stolen artifacts from Bowser. Teaches geography and culture through city exploration and trivia challenges.

Mario's Time Machine is an educational adventure game where Mario travels through time to return stolen historical artifacts to their proper places in history. Using Bowser's time machine, players visit 12 historical periods from ancient Egypt to the Industrial Revolution, solving puzzles and learning historical facts.

Mario Paint is a creative software suite for the SNES that utilizes the console's mouse peripheral. This innovative package includes a drawing program, animation tool, music composer, and several mini-games. It became one of the earliest examples of digital art software for home consoles and introduced many players to computer-based creativity.

Mario's Early Years: Preschool Fun is an educational game designed for young children featuring Mario and friends. The game teaches basic concepts like colors, shapes, numbers, and letters through interactive activities.

Mario's Early Years: Fun with Numbers is an educational game designed to teach basic math concepts to young children. Featuring Mario and friends in a school setting, it presents counting, addition, subtraction and simple problem-solving through interactive minigames.

Gun-Nac is a vertically scrolling shooter featuring colorful graphics and an extensive weapon upgrade system. Players control the Gun-Nac spaceship battling through seven alien worlds with branching paths and hidden bonuses.

The classic WWII-themed vertical shooter where you pilot the P-38 Lightning against waves of Japanese aircraft. Features the iconic loop maneuver to evade enemy fire.

Capcom's seminal vertical-scrolling shooter simulating the pivotal WWII Pacific naval battle. Players pilot a P-38 Lightning against the Japanese fleet, featuring fuel management and power-up systems that defined the shoot-'em-up genre.

The final chapter in Capcom's WWII shooter series introduces the revolutionary 'Loop Shot' system and enhanced bomber mechanics. Pilot the iconic P-38J across 16 intense missions.

Xevious is a groundbreaking vertical scrolling shooter released by Namco in 1982. Players control the Solvalou fighter aircraft battling against the Xevious forces, featuring dual-weapon systems (air bombs and lasers) and hidden Easter eggs.

The explosive sequel to the cult classic vertical shooter, featuring new aircraft, screen-filling bosses, and chaotic 2-player co-op action. Known as 'Sonic Wings 2' in Japan.

A revolutionary chess game where pieces come to life with animated battles when capturing opponents. Combines classic chess rules with dynamic 3D-style animations on the NES.

A professional shogi simulation for NES featuring Japanese chess master Makoto Morita. Offers authentic shogi gameplay with multiple difficulty levels and tutorials for beginners.

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.

Qi Wang is a 1991 NES adaptation of Xiangqi (Chinese Chess) developed by Sachen. This version features computer opponents with adjustable difficulty levels, tutorial modes explaining piece movements, and traditional Chinese artwork. One of few officially licensed Xiangqi games for the NES platform.

Chessmaster for Game Boy Advance brings the acclaimed chess simulation series to handheld gaming with 3D chessboard visuals, comprehensive tutorials, and adaptive AI opponents. Features commentary from International Grandmaster Larry Christiansen.

Othello World is a 1993 board game adaptation for the SNES featuring the classic strategy game Othello (also known as Reversi). Players compete to flip their opponent's pieces by trapping them between their own pieces on an 8×8 grid.

SNK's 1997 weapon-based fighter set in Bakumatsu-era Japan, featuring 12 swordsmen with unique stances (Speed/Power) and supernatural abilities. Introduces the 'Super Cancel' system and atmospheric parry mechanics.

SNK's 1998 sequel refines the weapon-based combat with 15 characters, including newcomers Kagami and Shigen. Introduces the 'Slash/Technical' system, EX special moves, and enhanced parry mechanics set in Meiji-era Japan.

Samurai Shodown is a 1993 weapon-based fighting game developed and published by SNK for the Neo Geo arcade system. Set in 18th century Japan, it revolutionized fighting games by introducing deliberate pacing, weapon combat mechanics, and the iconic Rage Gauge system.

Samurai Shodown II is a 1994 weapon-based fighting game developed and published by SNK for the Neo Geo arcade system. The sequel to the groundbreaking Samurai Shodown introduced 5 new characters, refined the Rage Gauge system, and added fatalities - making it one of the most violent fighting games of its era.

Samurai Shodown III: Blades of Blood is a 1995 weapon-based fighting game developed and published by SNK for the Neo Geo arcade system. This radical reinvention of the series introduced a branching storyline, stance-based combat, and the revolutionary 'Rage Slash' system that dramatically altered gameplay dynamics.

Samurai Shodown IV: Amakusa's Revenge is a 1996 weapon-based fighting game developed and published by SNK for the Neo Geo arcade system. Serving as the climax of the original Samurai Shodown saga, it refined III's mechanics while bringing back fan-favorite elements like fatalities and a more balanced roster.

The first portable Mario Kart game featuring all 20 tracks from Super Mario Kart (SNES) plus 20 new courses. Introduces the 'Quick Run' mode for on-the-go racing and maintains the classic drift mechanics.

A 2003 kart racing game featuring Crash Bandicoot and friends in high-speed battles across intergalactic tracks. The GBA version delivers portable racing action with power slides, turbo boosts, and chaotic weapons.

Super Mario Kart is a 1992 kart racing game developed by Nintendo EAD for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. As the first entry in the Mario Kart series, it features eight playable Mario characters racing in go-karts across 20 tracks, using iconic power-ups like Banana Peels and Shells to gain competitive advantage.

The definitive 3D kart racing experience. Battle with iconic items across 16 dynamic tracks in 4-player split-screen mayhem.

Mario Kart DS is the first handheld installment in Nintendo's legendary kart racing series, released in 2005. It introduced retro tracks from previous games alongside new courses, and was the first Mario Kart to feature online multiplayer via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. The game includes 32 courses, 12 playable characters, and the debut of the iconic snaking technique.

Crash Team Racing is a kart racing game developed by Naughty Dog for PlayStation. Featuring Crash Bandicoot and friends racing against the alien Nitros Oxide to save their planet. The game combines traditional kart racing with power slides, turbo boosts, and wumpa fruit collection.

A spin-off from the Mega Man Battle Network series featuring automated battles using collected Battle Chips. Players build decks and strategize chip combinations while watching AI-controlled NetNavis battle in tournament-style matches.

This GBA adaptation of the popular trading card game features over 1,000 cards from the original Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG, including all cards from the Pharaoh's Servant expansion. Players build decks and duel AI opponents or friends via Link Cable, following official tournament rules with special animations for iconic monster summons.

RPG-style dueling game based on the Battle City arc, featuring 1,100+ cards from the original series. Play as original character 'Hero' while interacting with Yugi, Kaiba and other fan favorites.

This rare 2004 GBA crossover combines Yu-Gi-Oh!'s card battling with Pokémon elements. Players duel using hybrid cards featuring monsters like Dark Magician Pikachu and Blue-Eyes Charizard, with special 'Type Match' mechanics replacing traditional Attributes.

A groundbreaking card battle game featuring iconic characters from SNK and Capcom universes. Collect over 300 cards and duel with fighters from The King of Fighters, Street Fighter, and more in this portable masterpiece.

The first 3D Yu-Gi-Oh! RPG, blending card battles with ancient Egyptian lore. Duel with 800+ cards using the classic TCG ruleset, featuring fan-favorites like Dark Magician and Blue-Eyes White Dragon. Not based on the anime's Duelist Kingdom arc.

Mario Party Advance brings the chaotic fun of the Mario Party series to the Game Boy Advance in 2005. Featuring over 50 minigames and a new single-player adventure mode, this portable party game lets players collect Gaddgets to unlock new content.

Wario's chaotic debut as a game developer features over 200 microgames lasting 3-5 seconds each. Pioneered the rapid-fire 'microgame' genre with absurd humor and simple one-button controls across 9 themed stages.

The groundbreaking sequel features a built-in gyro sensor for motion-controlled microgames. Includes over 180 new microgames designed around spinning, tilting, and shaking the cartridge, packaged with a rumble motor for tactile feedback.

The original board game-style party experience featuring Mario and friends. Compete in 50+ mini-games across 6 themed boards using the N64 controller's analog stick in innovative ways.

The sequel that defined multiplayer madness! Dress up in themed costumes and battle across 6 new boards with over 50 minigames. Introduces the iconic Duel Mode and item system that became series staples.

The N64 trilogy finale introduces the revolutionary Duel Map system and Item Shop! Battle with 70+ minigames across 6 dynamic boards, including the debut of Story Mode with 50 unique challenges.

Resident Evil 2 is the 1999 N64 port of the classic survival horror game. Play as rookie cop Leon S. Kennedy or college student Claire Redfield as they fight to survive a zombie outbreak in Raccoon City. Features the unique 'EX Files' system exclusive to the N64 version, utilizing the cartridge's memory for unlockable content.

A faithful remake of the original Resident Evil with new touchscreen mechanics and multiplayer modes designed for the Nintendo DS. Features the classic mansion outbreak scenario with enhanced controls and additional puzzles.

This enhanced version of the original Resident Evil (1996) features remixed item locations, new difficulty modes, and support for the PlayStation DualShock controller's vibration function. Players choose between Chris Redfield or Jill Valentine to investigate gruesome murders in Raccoon City, leading them to the sinister Spencer Mansion filled with zombies and biological horrors.

Resident Evil 3: Nemesis is a survival horror game that follows Jill Valentine's escape from Raccoon City during a viral outbreak. The game introduces the relentless Nemesis bioweapon that actively hunts the player, along with new mechanics like the 180-degree quick turn and live selection system.

Silent Hill is a landmark 1999 survival horror game developed by Konami. Players control Harry Mason searching for his missing daughter in the fog-shrouded town of Silent Hill, featuring psychological horror elements, dynamic lighting, and radio static monster detection.

A unique handheld entry in the Resident Evil series featuring an original storyline where Barry Burton investigates a zombie outbreak on a cruise ship. Uses an innovative real-time combat system with first-person shooting segments.

The 1990 Genesis port of Taito's seminal arcade shooter, featuring branching paths across 7 galactic zones with the Silver Hawk spacecraft battling the alien Belsar army. Notable for its three-screen arcade display adaptation and iconic aquatic-mechanical enemy designs.

R-TYPE is the seminal 1987 horizontal shooter that defined the 'cerebral shooter' genre. Players pilot the R-9 spacecraft against the Bydo Empire, utilizing the revolutionary Force pod that can attach, detach, and fire in multiple configurations. Famous for its intricate level design and biological-mechanical enemy aesthetic.

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.

Capcom's military-themed horizontal shooter based on the manga 'Area 88'. Players control mercenary pilots with upgradable aircraft through intense combat missions.

A horizontally-scrolling shooter based on the manga 'Area 88'. Players select from three mercenary pilots, each with unique aircraft, to battle through war-torn landscapes while earning credits to upgrade weapons and equipment.

Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town is a 2003 farming simulation game for the Game Boy Advance, considered one of the best entries in the Harvest Moon series. A remake of Harvest Moon: Back to Nature, it features enhanced graphics, new marriage candidates, and refined gameplay mechanics while retaining the charm of the original.

The beloved farming simulation game where players inherit a neglected farm and must restore it to prosperity. Features crop cultivation, animal husbandry, seasonal events, and relationship building with villagers.

A farming simulation game where players restore harmony between rival towns Bluebell and Konohana by developing their farm and building relationships with villagers.

Harvest Moon DS: Grand Bazaar is a farming simulation game for Nintendo DS that introduces a dynamic marketplace system. Players grow crops, raise animals, and craft items to sell at the weekly bazaar where prices fluctuate based on supply and demand. The game features a charming art style and new courtship mechanics with 6 eligible marriage candidates.

SimCity is a city-building simulation game where players act as mayor to create and manage a thriving metropolis. The SNES version features unique Nintendo-themed content and simplified controls optimized for console gameplay.

The groundbreaking life simulation game that spawned the Animal Crossing series. Players move to a village inhabited by anthropomorphic animals, where they can fish, catch bugs, decorate their home, and interact with charming villagers in real-time according to the console's internal clock.

A quirky life simulation game where players create Mii characters and watch them interact on a virtual island. Miis develop relationships, get jobs, and experience random daily events in this unique social experiment.

The first handheld Animal Crossing game featuring touchscreen interactions, online multiplayer via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, and a fully 3D-rendered village to explore.

An original Bond adventure featuring Pierce Brosnan's likeness, blending driving sequences with third-person shooter action. The GBA version delivers a top-down perspective with gadget-based gameplay faithful to the console experience.

Third-person shooter where players control Sarge leading the Green Army against the Tan forces in household environments. Features plastic toy aesthetics and destructible everyday objects.

A third-person action game based on the 1997 Bond film. Players control Pierce Brosnan's James Bond through 12 missions featuring driving sequences, stealth gameplay, and gadget-based combat using the iconic Walther P99.

The iconic light gun shooter that defined a generation, featuring the NES Zapper peripheral. Players shoot flying ducks with the laughing dog becoming one of gaming's most recognizable characters.

JURASSIC PARK is Sega's 1994 arcade light gun shooter based on the blockbuster film. Players experience key movie moments while shooting dinosaurs across 6 action-packed stages using the iconic Uzi-shaped light gun controller.

The Genesis adaptation of Westwood's groundbreaking RTS set in Frank Herbert's Dune universe. Command House Atreides or Harkonnen forces in the battle for control of the desert planet Arrakis and its precious spice melange.

A cyberpunk tactical masterpiece where you control a team of cybernetically enhanced agents in a dystopian future. Expand your criminal empire across 50+ missions using persuasion weapons, high-tech gadgets, and brute force.

Rhythm Heaven Silver is a rhythm game developed by Nintendo for the Game Boy Advance. Originally released only in Japan in 2006, it serves as the first entry in the Rhythm Heaven series. The game features simple, timing-based minigames set to catchy music across various quirky scenarios.

Happy Feet is a rhythm-adventure game based on the animated film. Players control Mumble, a penguin who can't sing but has amazing dance moves. The game combines platforming with rhythm-based gameplay across various Antarctic environments.

A 2004 pinball adventure featuring Mario as a ball, combining classic pinball mechanics with Mario-style platforming across four themed tables to rescue Princess Peach from Bowser.

Sonic Spinball combines pinball mechanics with platforming action as Sonic becomes the ball in Dr. Robotnik's volcanic fortress. The Game Gear version features simplified tables but retains the core physics-based gameplay of the Genesis original.

A.S.P.: Air Strike Patrol is a combat flight simulator where players pilot an F-16 Fighting Falcon through various missions. The game features realistic flight mechanics and diverse mission objectives across different terrains.

The first entry in Namco's acclaimed Ace Combat series, introducing arcade-style flight combat to PlayStation with polygonal 3D graphics. Pilot various fighter jets through 18 missions with branching paths.

The explosive turn-based strategy game comes to Jaguar with exclusive features. Command your team of armed worms in destructible environments with the series' signature humor and weapons.

A pioneering turn-based strategy game set on the moon in 2099, where players command either Union or Imperial forces in tactical battles. Introduced the 'Nexus' system affecting unit effectiveness based on positioning.

A groundbreaking 3D mech combat simulator for the Atari Jaguar, featuring fully polygonal environments and a massive, customizable war machine. Set in a dystopian future where you pilot the last remaining Iron Soldier against a tyrannical regime.

The Jaguar-exclusive mech combat sequel with enhanced 3D polygon graphics and destructible environments. Pilot your IS-2 mech through 25 missions to liberate Earth from Neo-Panzers.

MAHJONG GAKUEN is Seta's 1987 competitive mahjong arcade game featuring anime-style female opponents. Known for its risque content and being one of the first mahjong games to popularize the 'erotic mahjong' subgenre in Japanese arcades.

Yoshi's Safari is a unique light gun shooter game for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System that utilizes the Super Scope accessory. Players ride Yoshi through various levels while shooting enemies in first-person perspective to rescue Baby Mario.

Plants vs. Zombies is a tower defense game where players use an arsenal of plants to prevent zombies from invading their home. The Nintendo DS version features touch screen controls, exclusive mini-games, and the full content from the original PC release including Adventure, Puzzle, and Survival modes.