1996 Games Collection
1996 stands as one of the most groundbreaking years in gaming history, marking the debut of revolutionary 3D titles and the peak of 2D mastery. Our retro platform faithfully preserves this golden year with authentic emulation of N64, PlayStation, Saturn, Game Boy, and arcade classics.
3D Gaming Comes of Age
- Super Mario 64 redefined platformers with its open 3D worlds- Resident Evil birthed the survival horror genre
- Tomb Raider introduced the iconic Lara Croft
- Quake pioneered true 3D first-person shooting
2D Masterpieces
- Pokémon Red/Blue launched the global phenomenon- Super Mario RPG blended Nintendo charm with Square storytelling
- Metal Slug perfected arcade run-and-gun action
- Duke Nukem 3D pushed PC gaming boundaries
Console Revolution
The Nintendo 64's analog stick changed controller design forever, while PlayStation dominated with CD-based epics like Crash Bandicoot and Tekken 2.Enhanced Retro Experience
Our platform offers:- High-resolution upscaling for early 3D games
- Arcade-perfect ports of Street Fighter Alpha 2
- Link cable emulation for Pokémon trading
- Widescreen hacks for select N64 titles
Relive the year that shaped modern gaming!
Showing 17 games from 1996 - Page 2
Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War
1996
Tactical RPGThe fourth Fire Emblem game introduces generational gameplay across two sagas. Players lead crusaders' descendants through political intrigue and continent-spanning battles in the kingdom of Jugdral.
Battle Zeque Den
1996
Action RPGAn obscure action RPG from Natsume featuring real-time combat with special martial arts techniques. Players control Zeque, a warrior battling through mystical realms to recover stolen artifacts.
Super Mario 64
1996
PlatformerThe revolutionary 3D platformer that defined a generation. Explore Peach's Castle and collect Power Stars across vibrant worlds in Mario's first true 3D adventure.
Mario Kart 64
1996
Kart RacingThe definitive 3D kart racing experience. Battle with iconic items across 16 dynamic tracks in 4-player split-screen mayhem.
Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire
1996
Action-AdventureA groundbreaking 3D action-adventure set between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, following mercenary Dash Rendar's parallel story to the original trilogy. Features iconic vehicle combat including the Battle of Hoth and sewer speeder bike chases.
Wave Race 64
1996
RacingWave Race 64 is a jet ski racing game developed and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 64. Released in 1996, it showcases advanced water physics and wave mechanics that were groundbreaking for its time. Players race through various courses with dynamic water conditions while performing stunts.
Mortal Kombat Trilogy
1996
FightingMortal Kombat Trilogy is a fighting game that compiles characters and stages from Mortal Kombat, Mortal Kombat II, and Mortal Kombat 3. Released for Nintendo 64 in 1996, it features enhanced graphics, new fatalities, and all playable characters from the series up to that point.
Killer Instinct Gold
1996
FightingThe enhanced Nintendo 64 port of the arcade fighting game Killer Instinct 2, featuring all original characters with upgraded visuals, new stages, and the iconic combo system that defined the series.
Cruis'n USA
1996
RacingArcade-style racing game featuring iconic American landmarks across 14 tracks. Known for its fast-paced gameplay, exaggerated physics, and licensed muscle cars.
Crash Bandicoot
1996
PlatformerThe marsupial mayhem that defined PlayStation platforming! Battle Dr. Neo Cortex as the genetically enhanced Crash through 32 levels of jungle, temple, and fortress chaos. Sony's unofficial mascot debut with revolutionary '3D corridor' gameplay.
Batman Forever: The Arcade Game
1996
Beat 'em upA side-scrolling beat 'em up based on the 1995 film, featuring digitized sprites of Val Kilmer as Batman and Chris O'Donnell as Robin. Players fight through Gotham City against villains like Two-Face and The Riddler.
Sonic Blast
1996
PlatformerSonic Blast is a 1996 platform game featuring Sonic and Knuckles with pre-rendered 3D graphics. The fifth and final Sonic game released for the Game Gear, it introduced new gameplay mechanics but received mixed reviews for its slow pace and technical limitations.
Baku Baku Animal
1996
PuzzleBaku Baku Animal is a unique puzzle game where players match animals with their favorite foods. Clear blocks by feeding the correct animal, with gameplay that gets progressively faster and more challenging.
Defender 2000
1996
Shoot 'em upA modern reimagining of the classic 1981 arcade shooter, featuring enhanced 3D graphics, new power-ups, and multiple gameplay modes while retaining the original's intense side-scrolling action.
Iron Soldier 2
1996
Mech SimulationThe Jaguar-exclusive mech combat sequel with enhanced 3D polygon graphics and destructible environments. Pilot your IS-2 mech through 25 missions to liberate Earth from Neo-Panzers.
Hyper Force
1996
Shoot 'em UpA futuristic rail shooter combining 3D polygon graphics with classic arcade action. Pilot the X-7 Starfighter through 12 sectors of the Andromeda galaxy battling the Meklar Empire.