1991 — 35 years ago
Duke Nukem debuts on DOS
Apogee released the original Duke Nukem for DOS, introducing the wisecracking hero as a side-scrolling platform shooter years before his 3D fame.
Source: MobyGames — This Day in Game History (July 1): https://www.mobygames.com/this-day-in-gaming/7/1/
2003 — 23 years ago
Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne launches
Blizzard released The Frozen Throne, the expansion to Warcraft III, worldwide beginning July 1, 2003, adding new campaigns and heroes that cemented the game's esports and custom-map legacy.
Source: Wowpedia — Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos: https://wowpedia.fandom.com/wiki/Warcraft_III:_Reign_of_Chaos
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