688 Attack Sub (1989)
A methodical, tense cold war submarine simulation where patience and careful system management are key.
DOS games that still hold up
Old doesn't have to mean homework. These DOS-era games are still genuinely playable, not just historically interesting, and most run through DOSBox in a minute. Player ratings picked them, not nostalgia.
The catalog in 3D
The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. They work from the whole catalog, not just this list.
Genghis Khan (1991)
a methodical, spreadsheet-driven strategy game where you carefully manage tribal warfare and nomadic expansion with deliberate, turn-like planning.
Remote Control (1989)
Playing feels like a clumsy, low-stakes trivia game where the multiple-choice format removes all tension and the computer opponents often make bafflingly poor choices.
UFO: Enemy Unknown (1994)
A tense, methodical strategy game that feels like a careful dance of resource management and tactical combat against an unforgiving alien threat.
Links 386 Pro (1992)
A slow, deliberate golf simulation where each swing requires careful calculation and precision.
Commander Keen 4: Secret of the Oracle (1991)
A brisk, colorful retro platformer with a playful sci-fi tone.
Commander Keen 3: Keen Must Die! (1990)
A lighthearted and playful platformer through a quirky alien suburbia, with bouncy movement and cheerful exploration.
Alien Trilogy (1996)
a clunky, repetitive shooter that feels like a generic Doom clone with a dark sci-fi skin, failing to capture the tension of the films.
OutRun (1989)
A rough but playable arcade racer from the late 80s that feels fun despite its dated graphics and PC speaker sound.
Powerslave (1996)
A promising but buggy retro shooter where you explore ancient Egyptian ruins, hindered by clunky controls and glitches.
Circuit Racer (1995)
A dated, unpolished arcade racer where you slide through corners without consequence, fighting unresponsive controls against dumb AI.
Conan: The Cimmerian (1991)
This game feels like guiding a lone barbarian through a vast, blocky 3D fantasy world, where most of the time is spent in methodical combat and simple conversations.
Magic Carpet 2: The Netherworlds (1995)
A fast-paced magical flight shooter where you zoom over fantastical landscapes, blasting creatures and collecting mana to fuel explosive spells and strategic castle-building.
Quest for Glory: Shadows of Darkness (1993)
A slow-paced, puzzle-filled fantasy adventure with a point-and-click interface and retro RPG elements.
One Must Fall 2097 (1994)
a surprisingly addictive arcade fighting game with chunky mech action and deep upgrade systems that rewards persistence.
Disney's Duck Tales: The Quest for Gold (1990)
This game feels like a lighthearted, family-friendly platformer with a pinch of stock market strategy as you guide Scrooge McDuck across the globe.
The Clue! (1994)
a methodical and demanding planning simulator where you juggle names, clues, and logistics under the pressure of pulling off a perfect heist.
Ascendancy (1995)
A space strategy game that feels like a puzzle of flawed design and broken AI, which after a patch becomes a deeply engaging and rewarding strategic experience.
Press Your Luck (1988)
Playing this game feels like a nostalgic game show simulator where quick trivia and lucky spins determine the outcome, with a lighthearted and competitive energy.
Duke Nukem 3D (1997)
a stripped-down portable adaptation that captures the frantic shooting and blocky visuals of the original.
This list is from Underplayed Gems, a catalog of older and overlooked games. You can also browse the whole catalog, or look around it in 3D and ask the Catbot there.