Westwood Studios Retro Games Collection
4 total gamesA pioneering American video game developer known for its influential real-time strategy and role-playing games.
About Westwood Studios Games
Westwood Studios, founded in 1985, was an American video game developer that played a significant role in shaping the gaming landscape, particularly in the 1990s. The studio was a trailblazer in the real-time strategy (RTS) genre, establishing many of the conventions that would become standard across the industry.
Their most iconic contribution to gaming is undoubtedly the Command & Conquer series. Beginning with 'Command & Conquer: Tiberian Dawn' in 1995, the series popularized resource gathering, base building, and direct unit control in a fast-paced, engaging format. The distinct factions, memorable full-motion video cutscenes, and compelling narratives drew in millions of players worldwide, setting a high bar for subsequent RTS titles.
Beyond real-time strategy, Westwood also made notable contributions to the role-playing game (RPG) genre with titles like 'Eye of the Beholder' (1991), which brought a compelling dungeon-crawling experience to PC gamers. They also explored adventure games with 'The Legend of Kyrandia' series, showcasing their versatility and commitment to diverse gaming experiences.
Westwood Studios was acquired by Electronic Arts in 1998. While some notable titles were released under EA's ownership, the studio was eventually consolidated and closed in 2003. Despite its closure, the impact of Westwood Studios' innovations and beloved franchises continues to resonate with gamers and developers, cementing its place as a truly influential developer in video game history.
All Westwood Studios Retro Games
4 games available
The Lion King
Experience the thrilling adventure of Simba's journey from cub to king in this classic platformer, featuring challenging levels, iconic characters, and faithful recreation of the beloved Disney film.
Command & Conquer
In Command & Conquer for the N64, you take command of military forces to build bases and units, extract resources, and ultimately destroy enemy structures to achieve victory through strategic planning and tactical execution.
Command & Conquer
In Command & Conquer for PlayStation, you take command of either the Global Defense Initiative or the Brotherhood of Nod, build up your base, gather resources, and deploy diverse units in real-time tactical battles to complete your faction's objectives.
Command & Conquer: Red Alert
You command armies from either the Allied or Soviet faction, building bases, gathering resources, and deploying diverse units to achieve victory by overwhelming your opponent in real-time strategic combat.