Retro Games From 1989

A classic fantasy beat 'em up where players choose between three warriors - Ax Battler, Tyris Flare, and Gilius Thunderhead - to rescue the King and his daughter from the evil Death Adder.

Super Volleyball is a fast-paced arcade sports game that captures the excitement of volleyball with simple controls and competitive 2-player action. Players can perform spikes, blocks, and dives in this colorful 80s arcade classic.

Gradius III is a classic horizontal-scrolling shoot 'em up arcade game developed by Konami. As the third main installment in the Gradius series, it introduces new power-up systems and challenging stages while maintaining the core gameplay that made the series famous.

Cadash is a groundbreaking arcade action-RPG developed and published by Taito in 1989. It combines side-scrolling platform combat with RPG elements, allowing players to choose from four distinct character classes - Fighter, Mage, Priest, or Ninja - each with unique abilities and progression systems as they battle through a fantasy world to defeat the demon king Mirabos.

A hard-hitting arcade beat 'em up set in a crime-ridden metropolis. Take control of two vigilante cops cleaning up the violent streets using any means necessary against gangs, thugs, and criminal overlords.

Monsters World is a charming platform arcade game where players control a friendly monster through colorful fantasy landscapes. The game features unique character transformation mechanics, allowing the monster to change forms with different abilities to overcome obstacles and enemies. Known for its vibrant visuals and innovative gameplay for its era.

Super Mario Land is a platform game developed and published by Nintendo for the Game Boy. It features Mario's adventure in Sarasaland to rescue Princess Daisy from the alien Tatanga, introducing new enemies and power-ups unique to this installment.

The first Castlevania on Game Boy follows Christopher Belmont in 1576 against Count Dracula. Introduces whip power-ups that evolve from Chain Whip to Morning Star, with GB-exclusive mechanics like falling platforms and candle-based checkpoints.

The first game in the SaGa series, initially released as Final Fantasy Legend in North America. This Game Boy RPG features a unique character progression system where humans, mutants, and monsters develop differently. Players explore a tower connecting multiple worlds in this groundbreaking portable RPG.

A groundbreaking action-adventure where players transform into different animal forms to explore a vast interconnected world. Follows the hero's quest to lift a draconic curse after defeating the Mecha Dragon.

Based on the 1988 action film, this side-scroller puts you in control of John Rambo as he battles Soviet forces in Afghanistan to rescue his former commander.

This quirky platformer features a shape-shifting fox who can transform into four different animal forms, each with unique abilities. Battle the evil Madfox Daimyō through vibrant, multi-path levels using character-swapping mechanics and special power-ups.

A collection of six extreme sports events set in sunny California, featuring surfing, skateboarding, BMX biking, roller skating, flying disc, and footbag.

A unique combat racing hybrid that combines Out Run's signature driving mechanics with vehicular combat across 8 war-torn courses. Features upgradable weapons and multiple endings.

Bonk's Adventure is a platform game developed by Red Company and Atlus, and published by Hudson Soft for the PC Engine in 1989. It stars Bonk, a strong caveboy who uses his large head to attack enemies. The game was instrumental in establishing the PC Engine's success in North America as TurboGrafx-16.

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.

This landmark CD-ROM remake combines the first two Ys games with enhanced graphics, CD-quality audio, and full voice acting. Follow Adol Christin's adventures through the lost kingdom of Ys with its unique 'bump combat' system.

Bloody Wolf is a run and gun shooter developed by Data East, originally released for arcades in 1988 before being ported to the PC Engine in 1989. Players take on the role of a special forces operative named 'Bloody Wolf' who must infiltrate a terrorist stronghold to rescue a kidnapped president. The game features a mix of overhead and side-scrolling shooting sections with various weapons and power-ups.