1999 Games Collection
1999 stands as one of the most groundbreaking years in gaming history, where 32-bit consoles reached their creative zenith while PC gaming pushed technological boundaries. This was the year that redefined genres and set standards that would last decades.
Console Masterpieces
- Final Fantasy VIII on PS1 delivered cinematic storytelling with revolutionary CG cutscenes- Shenmue on Dreamcast pioneered the open-world concept with its living, breathing environments
- Super Smash Bros. on N64 created the party fighting genre
- Silent Hill on PS1 established psychological horror in gaming
PC Gaming Revolution
- Counter-Strike (beta) began its domination of online FPS- EverQuest defined the modern MMORPG experience
- Age of Empires II perfected real-time strategy gameplay
- System Shock 2 blended RPG and horror elements masterfully
Handheld Breakthroughs
- Pokémon Gold/Silver (Japan) expanded the monster-collecting phenomenon on Game Boy Color- Wario Land 3 pushed Game Boy platforming to new heights
Why 1999 Matters
This year's innovations - from open-world design to online multiplayer - became industry standards. Our platform offers:- Original hardware emulation for authentic 32-bit experiences
- Online multiplayer support for classic titles
- CRT filter options for period-accurate visuals
Relive the year that shaped modern gaming's DNA.
Showing 18 games from 1999
The King of Fighters '99
1999
FightingThe NESTS Saga begins with revolutionary Striker System and 4-member teams. Features K' as the new protagonist and the debut of the iconic KOF stage 'Esaka'.
Metal Slug X
1999
Run and GunThe enhanced remake of Metal Slug 2 with revamped visuals, reduced slowdown, and new weapons. Features the debut of the iconic 'Slug Copter' and 'Iron Lizard' drone.
Strikers 1945 III
1999
Shoot 'em upThe final chapter in Psikyo's acclaimed WWII shooter trilogy introduces a revolutionary 'Energy Gauge' system and eight distinct aircraft with transformable attack modes. Engage in lightning-fast bullet-dodging action across seven stages featuring multi-phase boss battles with screen-filling attack patterns.
Strikers 1945 Plus
1999
Shoot 'em upThe Neo Geo adaptation of Psikyo's classic shooter series features enhanced graphics, rebalanced gameplay, and exclusive content. Select from seven WWII-era aircraft, each with unique charge attacks and bomb techniques, in this intense vertically-scrolling bullet-hell experience.
Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike - Fight for the Future
1999
FightingStreet Fighter III: 3rd Strike is a 1999 arcade fighting game developed and published by Capcom. The final iteration of Street Fighter III is revered as one of the greatest fighting games ever made, introducing the revolutionary Parry system and featuring hand-drawn animation that remains unmatched in fluidity.
Knights of Valour
1999
Beat 'em upLegendary arcade beat 'em up based on Romance of the Three Kingdoms, featuring Guan Yu, Zhao Yun and other heroes with weapon-based combat and cooperative play.
Knights of Valour 2
1999
Beat 'em upA Chinese historical beat 'em up set in the Three Kingdoms period, featuring 5 warriors with unique weapons and special moves. Cooperative gameplay with RPG-like character progression.
Knights of Valour Plus
1999
Beat 'em upKnights of Valour Plus is a classic arcade beat 'em up game set in the Three Kingdoms period. Players choose from various warriors to battle through hordes of enemies, featuring combo attacks, special moves, and cooperative gameplay.
Ganryu / Musashi Ganryuki
1999
PlatformerA side-scrolling Action-Platformer based on the legendary duel between Miyamoto Musashi and Sasaki Kojiro. Players control Musashi through feudal Japan, utilizing his dual sword techniques against various enemies before the climactic battle at Ganryu Island.
Captain Tomaday
1999
Shoot 'em upA quirky vertical shooter featuring a vegetable-headed hero who fires seeds from his mouth. Players control Tomaday through colorful organic environments, collecting power-ups that change his attack patterns in bizarre ways.
Super Smash Bros.
1999
FightingThe revolutionary crossover fighting game that redefined the genre, featuring Nintendo all-stars battling with percentage-based damage systems and ring-outs. The original 12-character roster established the foundation for one of gaming's most beloved franchises.
Mario Golf
1999
SportsMario Golf is a sports game developed by Camelot Software Planning and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 64. It combines traditional golf mechanics with Mario series characters and elements. Players can choose from various Mario characters, each with unique stats, to compete in golf tournaments across colorful courses.
Mario Party 2
1999
PartyThe sequel that defined multiplayer madness! Dress up in themed costumes and battle across 6 new boards with over 50 minigames. Introduces the iconic Duel Mode and item system that became series staples.
Donkey Kong 64
1999
PlatformerThe Kong family's first 3D adventure featuring five playable characters, expansive worlds, and the revolutionary Nintendo 64 Expansion Pak requirement. This collectathon masterpiece pushed the N64 hardware to its limits with its massive open environments.
Rayman 2: The Great Escape
1999
PlatformerRayman's first 3D adventure revolutionizes platforming with fluid animations and innovative gameplay. After being captured by the robotic Pirates, Rayman must recover the four Masks of Polokus to restore power to the Glade of Dreams.
Pokémon Snap
1999
RPGThe first Pokémon photography adventure where players become Pokémon photographer Todd Snap, capturing wild Pokémon in their natural habitats across seven scenic courses. Developed by HAL Laboratory with Nintendo's guidance.
Star Wars: Episode I - Racer
1999
RacingExperience the high-speed podracing scenes from The Phantom Menace in this official tie-in game. Pilot 23 unique pods across 8 planets while upgrading your racer with winnings from the Boonta Eve Classic and other tournaments.
Castlevania
1999
Action-AdventureCastlevania for Nintendo 64 is a 3D action-adventure game that brings the vampire-hunting legacy into the third dimension. Players control Reinhardt Schneider or Carrie Fernandez through Dracula's castle, featuring dynamic camera angles and the series' signature whip combat.