Abandonware DOS title

Classic Mac OS abandonware games

Traditionally, Mac computers have often taken a backseat in the realm of gaming, with many gamers favoring PCs for their gaming needs. One of the primary reasons for this preference has been the cost factor. While Macs offered gaming options, the price of a Mac capable of handling serious gaming was typically higher compared to a similarly equipped PC. This price discrepancy prompted gamers to opt for more budget-friendly PC alternatives, where they could enjoy their favorite games without breaking the bank.

Despite facing stiff competition from Windows-based PCs, Macintosh computers offered a diverse and vibrant gaming ecosystem that catered to enthusiasts of all ages and interests. During the heyday of Classic Mac OS, gaming on Macintosh computers encompassed a wide range of genres, including action, adventure, strategy, simulation, and puzzle games. While the selection may not have been as extensive as on other platforms, Mac users enjoyed access to a plethora of high-quality and innovative titles.

The availability of emulators like Boxer has opened up a treasure trove of classic titles to Mac users, allowing them to delve into the rich tapestry of gaming history from the comfort of their macOS environment.

For those curious about the abandoned games that graced the Mac platform and are revered by gamers, we've curated a concise list of titles considered among the best by our community, as determined through the collective wisdom of Abandonware DOS voters.

The best Mac games on Abandonware DOS

ZAngband-02

ZAngband

#1 Top game!rpg1999 4.33/5
- / -
Zangband is a variant of the popular roguelike game Angband. Zangband, short for Zelazny Angband, was developed by Chris Weisiger and first released in 1994. The game features a fantasy world with diverse races, classes, and monsters. Players explore dungeons, caves, and other environments in a quest to reach the bottom level of the dungeon, defeat the final boss, and retrieve a powerful artifact known as the Palantir of Westernesse.
spacequest1-3

Space Quest 1: The Sarien Encounter

#2 Top game!adventure1986 4.28/5
Sierra On-Line / Sierra On-Line
Space Quest I: The Sarien Encounter is a graphic adventure game developed and published by Sierra On-Line, released in 1986. It was created by the duo of Scott Murphy and Mark Crowe, who later became known as the "Two Guys from Andromeda". The game is renowned for its humor and engaging story set in a science fiction universe.In Space Quest I players assume the role of Roger Wilco, a lowly janitor aboard the spaceship Arcada. The game begins with Roger waking up from a nap to find that the ship has been infiltrated by the sinister Sariens, who are stealing a device known as the Star Generator. As the lone survivor, Roger must navigate through the ship's corridors, solve puzzles, and outwit various dangers to thwart the Sariens' plans and save the universe.
loderunner-1

Lode Runner

#3 Top game!action1983 4.28/5
Broderbund / Broderbund
Lode Runner is a classic video game that was first created by Douglas E. Smith in 1983. Originally, Lode Runner was developed for the Apple II, and later versions were released for various other platforms, including DOS, the Commodore 64, Atari, and others.In Lode Runner, the player controls a character who must navigate through levels filled with platforms and ladders while avoiding enemies. The main objective is to collect all the treasures scattered throughout the level.
orbiter-01

Orbiter

vehicle simulation1986 4.27/5
Spectrum HoloByte / Spectrum HoloByte
unreal-gold-03

Unreal Gold

shooter2000 4.27/5
Epic MegaGames / GT Interactive Software
loom-11

Loom

adventure1990demo 4.27/5
LucasArts / LucasArts
jagged-alliance-2-04

Jagged Alliance 2

strategy1999 4.26/5
Sir-tech Software / TopWare Interactive
indianafateatlantis-2

Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis

adventure1992demo 4.25/5
LucasArts / LucasArts
spiderman-2-02

Spider-Man 2: The Game

action-adventure2004 4.24/5
- / Activision
broken-sword-1-01

Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars

adventure2009 4.24/5
Revolution Software / UBI Soft
freddy-pharkas-04

Freddy Pharkas: Frontier Pharmacist

adventure1993demo 4.24/5
Sierra On-Line / Sierra On-Line
colonization-6

Colonization

strategy1994 4.23/5
MicroProse Software / MicroProse Software
civ1-7

Civilization

strategy1991 4.23/5
MicroProse Software / MicroProse Software
capitalism-2-01

Capitalism 2

simulation2001 4.23/5
Ensemble Studios / UBI Soft
gobliiins-3

Gobliiins

adventure1991 4.23/5
Coktel Vision / Sierra On-Line
vampire-redemption-02

Vampire: The Masquerade - Redemption

rpg2000 4.23/5
Nihilistic Software / Activision
princeofpersia4d-4

Prince of Persia

action1990 4.22/5
Broderbund / Broderbund
tomenet-03

TomeNET

rpg2001 4.22/5
- / -
populos2-4

Populous 2: Trials of the Olympian Gods

strategy1993 4.22/5
Bullfrog / Electronic Arts
ultima3-2

Ultima 3: Exodus

rpg1985 4.21/5
Origin Systems / Origin Systems
mdk-03

MDK

shooter1997 4.21/5
Shiny Entertainment / Shiny Entertainment
caesar-3-09

Caesar 3

simulation1998 4.21/5
Impressions Games / Sierra On-Line
The game on this page are the highest-rated by visitors of Abandonware DOS. The selection is continually updated based on user ratings and popularity.
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