ON THIS DAY IN GAMING
October 16
The games released on this day in gaming history.
66 releases · Retro platforms, 1985–2010 · show all platforms and years
25 Years AgoDevil May Cry
PS2North America
Originally intended to be the fourth installment in the Resident Evil series, Devil May Cry is an action-adventure game that introduced a host of new elements to the gaming community. Chief among them is the Stylish Rank, which grades the player's performance in combat.
24 Years AgoThe Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
PS2Worldwide
J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth is a land of beauty, magic, and darkness. In The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, you follow Tolkien's narrative from the Shire to the halls of Moria, and finally to the banks of the River Anduin.
27 Years AgoDead or Alive 2
ArcadeJapan
Dead or Alive 2 is a fighting game in the Dead or Alive series.
34 Years AgoSonic the Hedgehog 2
Master SystemEurope
This is a completely different game than its 16-bit counterpart on the Genesis/Mega Drive, and was originally released on the Sega Game Gear and Master System.
29 Years AgoBushido Blade
PlayStationNorth America
"Bushido" is the soul of Japan - an ancient honor code deeply followed by samurai warriors for centuries. Plunge into real world battles across vast 3D environments that you can run, slice and tear through.
20 Years AgoSpongeBob SquarePants: Creature From the Krusty Krab
PS2Worldwide
Bikini Bottom will never be the same! Join SpongeBob, Patrick, and Plankton in their journey through various dreams and nightmares.
34 Years AgoSuper Double Dragon
Super FamicomJapan
The two greatest martial arts heroes of all time are back -- in SUPER DOUBLE DRAGON, an all-new adventure with awesome new moves, impossible new missions, and a hair-raising new cast of enemies!
19 Years AgoAvatar: The Last Airbender - The Burning Earth
PS2Worldwide
A direct sequel to the first Avatar game, The Burning Earth takes place during the second book of the Avatar series. The game has gained notoriety for having the easiest achievements on the XBOX 360.
20 Years AgoFamily Guy Video Game!
PS2Worldwide
This game is based on the animated television series Family Guy. It was also released for the PlayStation 2 and the original Xbox. The game is split into 22 levels for the three playable characters: Peter, Stewie or Brian.
17 Years AgoDrawn to Life: The Next Chapter
Nintendo DSEurope
Drawn to Life: The Next Chapter is a 2D platform video game developed by 5th Cell and published by THQ for the Nintendo DS, released in October 2009 in all regions except Japan.
23 Years AgoBatman: Rise of Sin Tzu
PS2Worldwide
Batman: Rise of Sin Tzu is a 2003 beat 'em up video game released for the Xbox, PlayStation 2, Game Boy Advance and GameCube consoles. It was developed and published by Ubisoft in conjunction with Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and DC Comics.
29 Years AgoMoon: Remix RPG Adventure
PlayStationJapan
In this "anti-RPG" adventure game notable for parodying and subverting common JRPG conventions, you level up by loving, not fighting. Revive dead animals and bond with everyone around you to obtain the most important thing in the universe — love.
20 Years AgoNintendogs: Dalmatian & Friends
Nintendo DSNorth America
With Nintendogs, you can put a puppy inside your Nintendo DS. Pick from multiple breeds, ranging from Labradors to Dalmatians, and then take care of and train the puppy using the touch screen and microphone.
17 Years AgoMario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games
PortNintendo DSEurope
The DS-exclusive adventure mode features a story in which Dr. Eggman and Bowser melt away all the ice needed for the Olympic Games. To set things right Mario & Sonic need to travel to different locations, talk to the inhabitants and solve challenges.
26 Years AgoDragon Valor
PlayStationNorth America
Dragon Valor is a 1999 action role-playing game developed by Now Production and published by Namco for the PlayStation. It is the second sequel to Dragon Buster. In the Dragon Valor world, dragons are powerful monsters.
17 Years AgoLuminous Arc 2
Nintendo DSEurope
More Strategy, More Witches, More Fun! As the threat of a rogue Witch looms over Carnava, the Queen calls upon the Magic Association to save the land.
26 Years AgoCruis'n Exotica
PortNintendo 64North America
Differences from the arcade version include different track layouts, the lack of fully licensed vehicles, and more hidden vehicles.
27 Years AgoThe King of Fighters: Dream Match 1999
PortDreamcastNorth America
The King of Fighters: Dream Match 1999 is a remake and port of The King of Fighters '98.
26 Years AgoNBA Live 2001
PS2Worldwide
With yet another edition of the annual NBA Live Basketball series surfacing, the question is whether the change is worht the price tag. NBA Live 2001 embraces all of the action of the NBA, while featuring all of your favorite NBA stars and rookies.
34 Years AgoSpot: The Video Game
FamicomJapan
A puzzle game loosely featuring licensing from the 7Up soft drink. The gameplay involves up to 4 players, which can be either human or computer, each taking on spots of a particular colour.
19 Years AgoFish Tycoon
Nintendo DSNorth America
Fish Tycoon is a virtual fish breeding game. The object is to breed and cross breed fish until you find the 7 Magic Fish and solve the genetic puzzle. You will have to buy supplies like meds, eggs and special plants and then sell some of your fish in your virtual pet store.
36 Years AgoGhostbusters II
PortGame BoyJapan
Port of "New Ghostbusters II" for the Game Boy delevoped by HAL Laboratories. Ghostbusters II is a top-view action game based off of New Ghostbusters II (the second Ghostbusters II license on NES) but with enough differences to be unique.
34 Years Ago3-Pun Yosou Umaban Club
Game BoyJapan
3-Fun Yosou Umaban Club is a horse racing betting game that was released exclusively in Japan. The player takes turns betting on horses to see who will win each race.
34 Years AgoAretha III
Game BoyJapan
Aretha III is a top-down fantasy RPG and the third game in the Aretha trilogy, developed by Japan Art Media and published by Yanoman. It was only released in Japan.
Game data provided by IGDB.com. Original release dates only – not the dates of fan translations.