Scorched Earth (Shareware Version)

Scorched Earth (Shareware Version), released in 1991 for DOS by Wendell Hicken, is a turn-based artillery game where players control tanks and aim to destroy opponents by adjusting shot angle, power, and weapon choice. The shareware version includes several weapons, basic AI, and terrain types, offering a taste of the full game’s strategic depth and chaotic fun. With humorous messages, customizable settings, and up to 10-player support, it became a popular multiplayer title and a defining example of early shareware success.