Believe it or not, there's a generation of video gamers who no longer play video games. Why? Some say they just grew out of it, others say that today's game are too complicated and lack the simplicity of the games of yesteryear.
But there's good news for you old schoolers. Not only are all those classic games making a comeback, but you'll be able to take them with you where ever you go on your handy-dandy iPhone. Yeah, you don't need buy those old arcade games to reminisce about the quarters you continually fed those machines or worry about firing up the old out dated PC tapping away on your keyboard. Just download these 20 classic games and your childhood will be in your pocket.
Ms. Pac-Man
1981
$4.99
Any and everyone knows who Ms. Pac-Man is – just one of the most popular video games in history. For the iPhone, the game has three different controls but that same retro feel. See the video.
Frogger
1981
$0.99
Yes, you control a family of frogs as they make their way across a busy highway and a river polluted with logs and lily pads. Thought you knew? See the video.
Pole Position: Remix
1982
$2.99
The original racing game! But what’s the difference between the classic and the remix? Well, it’s on the iPhone for one, plus it has enhanced graphics and different choices for control, including Tilt Steering. You can also unlock tracks, cars, billboard and graphic themes. See the video.
Earthworm Jim
1994
$6.99
The action 2D platforming game looks just as good as it did on Sega Genesis and Super Nintendo back in the mid-90’s. Have fun! See the video.
Tetris
1989
$4.99
Yes, the game has been around longer than 1989, but that’s the year it hit the Gameboy and took over everything mobile. Now it’s on iPhone. Like we didn’t know it would be on it sooner or later. See the video.
Sim City
1989
$4.99
For those of you tired of all the version of Sim City, iPhone takes you back to the original. But the game does have an options of building a city in 1900, 1950, or 2000. Plus you can attack your cities with UFOs or destroy them with tornados and earthquakes. See the video.
Super Monkey Ball
2000
$3.99
This one is probably the youngest game on the list, but it’s still a classic. It’s all in 3D across 5 worlds and 110 levels. Talk about getting your money’s worth! See the video.
Sonic the Hedgehog
1991
$5.99
Sonic is just as fast on the iPhone as he was on the Sega Genesis. The game has the classic zones from the original as well as some special stage to acquire new emeralds. See the video.
Space Ace
1983
$4.99
Yes, it’s the classic game that looks like a Saturday morning cartoon and blew everybody’s minds in the 1980’s. The animation and graphics are sharper and cleaner than the original and the controls are much easier. See the video.
Space Invaders
1978
$4.99
Yeah, it’s pretty much exactly as the original. But there are three different ways to control the game (Onscreen, tilt, or touch & drag) and a variety of different background screens. See the video.
Centipede
1980
$4.99
The iPhone version of Centipede has the classic arcade style game along with new improved modes that feature 9 power-ups and a variety of other creepy crawlies to battle against. See the video.
Dig Dug Remix
1982
$4.99
Dig Dug Remix has both the original arcade version as well as a new refined version with boss battles, powers-up and a fresh new look. See the video.
Missile Command
1980
$4.99
Although the game looks and plays better than the original, the foundation and heart of the original is still intact. If you loved the original, you’ll definitely love this new improved version. See the video.
Pac-Man
1980
$4.99
Yes, you know what Pac-Man is and it’s also available on the iPhone. And although the game has three different control modes it’s still as you remember – chomping dots and avoiding ghosts. See the video.
Galaga Remix
1981
$4.99
With this game you get the original as well as the enhanced version that includes boss battles, power-ups, and different background images. But it still maintains that authentic feel. See the video.
Q*Bert Deluxe
1982
$1.99
Once again, you have the option of playing the original Q*Bert or a new modern Q*Bert with new graphics, new maps, and new themes. See the video.
Myst
1993
$4.99
This classic game mesmerized gamers in the mid-90’s and now the iPhone version is hoping to mesmerize a new generation. And for the OGs, the game is exactly as you remember, jump back in! See the video.
Golden Axe
1989
$4.99
The Golden Axe remake for consoles that was released earlier this year left a lot to be desired. Good thing we got the original on the iPhone with two levels that weren’t on the arcade version. See the video.
Wolfenstein 3D
1992
$1.99
This is the game that popularized the first person shooter genre and on the iPhone, it’s just like the original. Of course, everything runs a bit sleeker and smoother, but it’s just as fun as it was 17 years ago. See the video.
Duke Nukem 3D
1991
$0.99
Back in the 90’s Duke Nukem was everyone’s favorite gunmen. Now he’s back with more than 20 hours of gameplay on the iPhone. It’s worth every penny. See the video.
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