Whether you’re revisiting your favorites or eyeing them for the first time, don’t worry—we’ll show you exactly where to play them now (no floppy disks needed).
Remember when a loading screen felt like a sacred ritual and pixelated heroes were the coolest people you knew? Gaming in the ‘90s was pure magic: every disk swap or cartridge blow felt like opening a portal to another world. The best point-and-click adventures made us laugh, sweat, and occasionally rage-quit—but they also taught us that the right click (and sometimes, the right rubber chicken) could solve almost anything. Whether you’re revisiting your favorites or eyeing them for the first time, these games prove that nostalgia isn’t just a feeling—it’s an entire genre.
1. The Secret of Monkey Island (1990, PC/DOS/Amiga/Mac)
Silly, sharp, and never out of style, Guybrush Threepwood’s pirate misadventures set the gold standard for interactive comedy. At its heart, Monkey Island is a comedy about a wannabe pirate trying to prove himself in the most ridiculous, insult-slinging Caribbean you’ve ever seen. You’ll explore strange islands, duel with words, and stumble through a world that’s equal parts slapstick and clever—where fourth-wall-breaking jokes and playful puzzles defined a generation.
Play it now on Steam, iOS, and more—remastered with all the charm (and grog) still intact.
2. Monkey Island 2: LeChuck’s Revenge (1991, PC/DOS/Amiga/Mac)
A sequel that doubled down on weirdness, voodoo, and rubber chickens, LeChuck’s Revenge pushed the puzzles and humor to legendary heights. You’ll search for legendary treasure, navigate surreal islands, and meet a cast of pirates and oddballs who always keep you guessing. The world feels bigger, the stakes are wilder, and every challenge is laced with tongue-in-cheek wit.
Like the first, it’s now remastered and available on Steam and mobile, letting you relive the golden age of pixel piracy.
3. Grim Fandango (1998, PC/PlayStation)
Noir meets Día de los Muertos in this trippy, beautifully written odyssey through the Land of the Dead. You play as Manny Calavera, travel agent to the recently deceased, unraveling mysteries and making deals to help clients find eternal rest. Part Tim Burton, part Casablanca, part Monty Python, Grim Fandango’s unforgettable art deco underworld and razor-sharp narrative prove some skeletons never go out of style.
The 2015 remaster is available on Steam, PlayStation, Switch, and iOS
4. Day of the Tentacle (1993, PC/DOS/Mac)
A purple tentacle tries to take over the world, and only three offbeat friends—plus a time-traveling porta-potty—can stop it. Swept up in a time-travel mishap, you’ll solve puzzles by manipulating objects across past, present, and future, creating chaos and history-bending comedy at every turn. Zany, irreverent, and endlessly quotable, this is LucasArts at their cartoon best.
The remastered edition brings the chaos to modern platforms, including Steam, PlayStation, and iOS.
5. Sam & Max Hit the Road (1993, PC/DOS/Mac)
Freelance police Sam (a dog) and Max (a “hyperkinetic rabbity thing”) take you on a bizarre cross-country trip full of Bigfoots, roadside attractions, and lightning-fast jokes. When a bigfoot disappears from a carnival, these oddball detectives chase the case with witty banter, wild scenarios, and puzzles that are as funny as they are challenging.
Not officially on Steam, but the Sam & Max legacy lives on with Telltale’s episodic games.
6. Beneath a Steel Sky (1994, PC/Amiga/Mac)
A cyberpunk cult classic with witty writing, dystopian vibes, and comic-book style artwork by Dave Gibbons (of Watchmen fame). You’re Robert Foster, stranded in a dystopian city ruled by machines and corruption, hacking systems, making shady allies, and unraveling a corporate conspiracy in a gritty, tech-noir future.
It’s free on GOG and available as a mobile app—dystopia has never been more accessible.
7. Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars (1996, PC/PlayStation/Game Boy Advance)
Conspiracies, ancient cults, Paris cafés—the original Broken Sword is globe-trotting adventure at its best, packed with cinematic animation and sly humor. American tourist George Stobbart gets tangled in a bombing in Paris, launching a globe-spanning hunt for secrets, cults, and the legendary Knights Templar.
The Director’s Cut is on Steam, iOS, Switch, and more—still giving Da Vinci Code a run for its (borrowed) money.
8. Gabriel Knight: Sins of the Fathers (1993, PC/Mac)
Murder, voodoo, and snappy dialogue set in sultry New Orleans. You’re Gabriel Knight, a struggling horror novelist and bookstore owner drawn into a series of ritual murders. The deeper you dig, the more you’re entangled in the city’s history, voodoo rituals, and family secrets—a moody, mature mystery where every conversation matters.
There’s a solid 20th Anniversary remake on Steam and GOG, but the original floppy-disk version has its own haunting charm.
9. The Longest Journey (1999, PC)
A sweeping, ambitious tale of parallel worlds, identity, and magic that spawned a devoted fandom. You play as April Ryan, an art student who can shift between a gritty, futuristic world and a land of magic and myths. Saving both realms introduces you to unforgettable friends, strange creatures, and choices that still resonate.
Available on Steam and GOG—modern fantasy adventures still owe it a debt.
10. King’s Quest VI: Heir Today, Gone Tomorrow (1992, PC/Mac/Amiga)
The peak of Sierra’s fairy-tale series, with branching paths, ingenious puzzles, and a genuinely swoon-worthy romance. Prince Alexander washes up on the Isle of the Crown, embarking on a quest to rescue his love while navigating puzzles, magic, and political intrigue in enchanting landscapes. Multiple endings and classic storybook charm make this the fairy tale you always wanted—but smarter.
Pick up the collection on Steam and GOG.
11. Full Throttle (1995, PC/DOS/Mac)
Motorcycles, mayhem, and a growling, grizzled hero named Ben. As the leader of a biker gang in a future where muscle cars and motorcycles rule, you’re framed for a crime and must fight, race, and puzzle your way through a world of corporate intrigue and explosive humor. Short, sweet, and packed with attitude, it’s a turbo-charged ride you’ll never forget.
The remastered edition is on Steam, PlayStation, and iOS—perfect for anyone still dreaming of biker gangs and digital leather jackets.
12. Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon (1994, PC)
Hardboiled noir meets cheesy FMV sci-fi in this interactive detective romp through a radioactive San Francisco. As Tex Murphy, a down-on-his-luck PI, you’ll unravel conspiracies, shadowy organizations, and hidden tech in a story that’s part gritty noir, part loving sendup of classic detective flicks, and all charm.
Get it on GOG and Steam—just don’t forget your trenchcoat and sense of irony.
Not every game from back then was a masterpiece, but nearly all of them carved out a little corner in our memory. Remember getting hopelessly stuck, then calling an actual gaming hotline (and praying your parents wouldn’t find out about the phone bill)? And let’s be honest: if you dig deep enough in the attic, you might just find your old PC, dusty but defiant, waiting for one last adventure. There’s nothing like firing up Windows 95, hearing that ethereal startup sound, and realizing—playing these classics on the “real deal” is still absolute magic.
Which classic would you fire up first?
