The Rocketeer

Inspired by the film, The Rocketeer (1991, DOS) lets you strap on a jetpack and soar—well, mostly hover—through an adventure packed with gangsters, Nazis, and mid-century pulp flair. The game hops between flying sequences and ground action, giving you just enough variety to keep you alert. Maneuvering the jetpack can feel like wrangling a rebellious fire hose, but when you finally master it, the thrill is real. The visuals lean into vintage serial vibes, and the whole experience feels like stepping into a matinee adventure where courage is high and physics is… negotiable.