LEMON BLOG

In 1994, Blizzard Entertainment released Warcraft: Orcs & Humans, a game that not only introduced the world to the land of Azeroth but also helped define the real-time strategy (RTS) genre. While later titles like Warcraft II and Warcraft III would expand the universe and gameplay, it all began here—with a clash between two factions that would shape gaming history.

In 1994, legendary game designer Chris Sawyer gave the world one of the most influential simulation games ever made: Transport Tycoon Deluxe (TTD). Expanding on the original Transport Tycoon, this enhanced edition introduced new industries, more vehicles, and improved gameplay, cementing its status as a timeless classic for fans of management sims.

In 1997, Bullfrog Productions and the legendary game designer Peter Molyneux turned the strategy genre upside down with Dungeon Keeper (DOS). Instead of playing the noble hero, players stepped into the role of the villain—an overlord tasked with building dark lairs, commanding monsters, and destroying pesky do-gooders who dared to challenge their rule.

In 1995, Rayman made his debut on the PlayStation, instantly standing out as a fresh face in the crowded platforming genre. Developed by Ubisoft, this colorful and challenging adventure introduced players to a limbless hero with a big smile, magical fists, and a world bursting with creativity.

In 1995, Raven Software and id Software unleashed Hexen: Beyond Heretic, the spiritual successor to Heretic. While it used the same core technology that powered DOOM and Heretic, Hexen pushed the boundaries of first-person shooters by introducing character classes, hub-based levels, and deeper puzzles. It wasn't just another shooter—it was a bold experiment that carved out its place in gaming history.