Abandonware action games

Action video games are a genre of video games that emphasize physical challenges, hand-eye coordination, and reaction time. These games typically involve fast-paced gameplay, where players control a character who must navigate through a dynamic environment filled with obstacles, enemies, and other challenges. The primary focus is on the player's ability to react quickly and make split-second decisions.

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Prince of Persia 2: The Shadow and the Flame

DOSMac OS1993 platform

Project Neptune

DOS1989 submarine simulation

Prophecy: The Viking Child

DOS1991 platform

Psycho Pinball

DOS1995 pinball

Push-Push Penguin

Windows XP/98/952004freewareremake maze

Push-Push Penguin is an expanded version of the classic Sega's 1982 arcade game Pengo, incorporating features like power-ups, a combo system, and a more diverse array of enemies, breathing new life into Sega's original concept. According to the Freeware Database, among the many Pengo remakes, Push Push Penguin stands out as the best, offering minor...

Pyjamarama

Windows 10/11Mac OS2004freewareremake platform

Pyjamarama is an abandoned action adventure game released in 2004 for Windows; it's a remake of the original Pyjamarama. The original is a classic video game developed by Mikro-Gen and first released in 1984 for 8-bit computers such as the ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64, and Amstrad CPC. It is the second game in the Wally Week series, following Aut...

Pyramid Power

DOS1986remake

Pyramids of Egypt

DOS1989 maze

Q*Bert

DOS1984

Q*bert is a classic arcade game that was created by Warren Davis and Jeff Lee and was released by Gottlieb in 1982. The main goal of Qbert is to change the color of every cube in a pyramid by having the character, Qbert, hop on each cube. Once all cubes have changed to the target color, the player advances to the next level. Various ...

QBasic Nibbles

DOS1991freeware

Qix

DOS1989

Rad Warrior

DOS1986 metroidvania, platform

Rampage

DOS1988

Rastan

DOS1990 platform

Realms of Chaos

DOSMac OSLinux1995protected platform

Rebound

DOS1985 block breaker, action puzzle

Renegade

DOS1988 beat 'em up

Return to Kroz

DOS1990freeware maze

Rick Dangerous

DOS1989 platform

Rick Dangerous is an action-packed platformer game set in the 1940s. As the fearless explorer Rick, you'll navigate treacherous environments, avoid deadly traps, and defeat enemies to uncover ancient treasures. With retro graphics and challenging gameplay, it's a must-play for platforming enthusiasts.

Rick Dangerous 2

DOS1990 platform

Rick Dangerous 2 is a clear example of a sequel done right. Developed by Core Design and released in 1990 on a plethora of platforms, Rick Dangerous 2 is a classic platform game with a (linear) story. The first levels can be played in any order: an ice cave, Hyde Park in London, a forest and the atomic mud mines. The fifth level will become availab...