Video Games Released in 1984

1984 in Review:

1984 was a year of recovery and renewal for the video game industry, following the crash of the previous year. Here are some key events that took place:

1. The NES in the US: After a successful launch in Japan, the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) was released in the US in 1984. The console helped to revitalize the video game industry in the US and became a major player in the market.
2. Tetris: “Tetris” was first created in 1984 by Russian game designer Alexey Pajitnov. The game would go on to become one of the most popular video games of all time and would be ported to countless platforms.
3. The Apple Macintosh: The Apple Macintosh was released in 1984 and would go on to become an important platform for video games. The Macintosh was known for its innovative graphical user interface and would inspire many games that utilized the interface in creative ways.
4. Elite: “Elite” was released in 1984 and is often cited as one of the most important games of all time. The game featured open-ended gameplay, 3D graphics, and an expansive universe for players to explore.
5. The rise of adventure games: Adventure games became increasingly popular in 1984, with games like “King’s Quest,” “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy,” and “The Pawn” showcasing the potential of the genre.
6. The end of the video game crash: By the end of 1984, the video game industry had largely recovered from the crash of the previous year. The market was more stable and players were once again interested in buying and playing video games.

Overall, 1984 was a year of growth and innovation for the video game industry, with new consoles, games, and genres emerging and the industry moving forward after a challenging period.

Video Games Released in 1984:

Here is our enormous collection of video games released in 1984 and detailed information on each. As always, new games are added to this collection regularly.

Click on a game listing to find out much more about it.