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When Strider (1989, DOS) hit PCs, gamers suddenly felt like ninjas who’d been dropped into a Cold War fever dream. You play as Hiryu, a futuristic assassin slicing through mechs, soldiers, and mutant beasts with gravity-defying acrobatics. The story makes about as much sense as a fevered manga, but who cares when you can somersault across rooftops and cut robots in half? The DOS version tried its best to keep up with the arcade’s flair—sometimes succeeding, sometimes sputtering—but its ambition was undeniable. Stylish, bold, and utterly chaotic, Strider is DOS action at its most feverishly fun.