The Humans

Developed by Mirage International and published by GameTek in 1992, this DOS puzzle game puts players in command of a band of Stone Age cavemen. Progress depends on coordinating the tribe — forming human towers, passing tools between members, and exploiting each individual's skills to reach the exit. Over 80 levels introduce new implements one by one: the spear, rope, and wheel each unlock fresh possibilities, while the tribe's repertoire of abilities grows steadily alongside them. Inventive spatial puzzles, escalating difficulty, and charmingly comedic prehistoric visuals combine to give The Humans a distinctive identity among DOS-era puzzle games.