1990 Games Collection

The 1990 Genesis port of Taito's seminal arcade shooter, featuring branching paths across 7 galactic zones with the Silver Hawk spacecraft battling the alien Belsar army. Notable for its three-screen arcade display adaptation and iconic aquatic-mechanical enemy designs.

This sequel to The Revenge of Shinobi introduces a canine companion that attacks enemies on command. Players control ninja Hayate through 5 urban stages featuring subway trains and neon-lit rooftops, culminating in battles against cybernetically enhanced bosses.

A vertically scrolling shoot 'em up arcade game set in World War II, featuring intense aerial combat with power-up systems and screen-clearing bombs.

Classic bubble-themed platformer where snowmen Nick and Tom must defeat enemies by trapping them in snowballs. Features 50 levels with increasing difficulty.

DARK SEAL is a dark fantasy beat 'em up where players choose from four heroes to battle the wizard Gorn's army of monsters. Notable for its magic orb collection system and screen-filling spell effects that evolve through gameplay.

MERCS is a 1990 run-and-gun arcade shooter where players control elite mercenaries battling through war-torn environments. Notable for its 3/4 overhead perspective, vehicle hijacking mechanics, and cooperative three-player gameplay with character-specific weapons.

Carrier Air Wing is a 1990 vertically scrolling shooter arcade game by Capcom. Players control advanced fighter jets launching from an aircraft carrier, engaging in intense air combat across 8 missions with power-up weapons and screen-filling boss battles. Known for its detailed sprite work and realistic jet mechanics.

Ninja Combat is a 1990 side-scrolling beat 'em up arcade game by Alpha Denshi for the Neo Geo MVS. Players control ninja warriors through 7 stages, using melee weapons and ninjutsu techniques against enemy clans. Notable as one of the first Neo Geo titles, featuring large character sprites and a unique two-player cooperative mode with character-specific abilities.

A fantasy-themed Action-Platformer where players ascend a 50-floor tower battling monsters and rescuing allies. Features RPG elements and cooperative multiplayer gameplay.

Super Mario World is a 1990 platform game developed by Nintendo EAD and published by Nintendo for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. As a launch title for the SNES, it introduces Yoshi and expands the Mushroom Kingdom to the dinosaur-filled Dinosaur Land, where Mario and Luigi must rescue Princess Peach from Bowser and his Koopalings.

A groundbreaking hybrid of side-scrolling action and god-game simulation where you play as a deity rebuilding civilization. Alternate between battling monsters as an animated statue and guiding humans' development from above.

Become the King of Pop in this musical action game! Dance through 5 stages set to MJ's hits like 'Smooth Criminal' and 'Beat It', rescuing children from Mr. Big's gang. Features signature dance moves that transform into magical attacks.

Golden Axe is a side-scrolling beat 'em up arcade game developed by Sega. The PC Engine CD version features enhanced audio and cutscenes. Players choose between three warriors - Ax Battler, Tyris Flare, and Gilius Thunderhead - as they battle through the evil Death Adder's forces to rescue the king and princess.

The seminal MSX2 sequel that defined modern stealth gameplay. Infiltrate Zanzibar Land to stop the renegade FOXHOUND unit from weaponizing the new Metal Gear D. Introduces crawling, radar mechanics, and complex enemy AI that would become series staples.