Ocean Ranger

Ocean Ranger is a naval combat simulation developed by Sher-Tek Software and published by Activision in 1988. You command the USS Ocean Ranger, a fictional hydrofoil frigate, across four theatres: Bering Sea, Southeast Asia, Central America, and the Persian Gulf. Before each mission, you equip your ship with weapons and fuel within weight limits. The main view is first-person from the bridge, with configurable monitors for radar, maps, and weapon status. Weapons include a 76mm cannon, Sea Sparrow (anti-air), Harpoon (anti-ship), and depth charges. Defences include chaff and an ECM jammer. The game features a day/night cycle and pitch/roll effects.

DOS

Released in 1989 by Activision, published on 5.25-inch floppy disk . Requires 384KB RAM and supports CGA, EGA, or Tandy graphics . Controls are via keyboard, with optional mouse or joystick support . The DOS version includes a captain's manual and keyboard overlays in the retail package . Computer Gaming World praised it as "challenging, fast-paced, and graphically interesting," noting it should not be considered a "serious" wartime simulation but certainly "serious fun" . An accessible and enjoyable naval simulator for DOS owners.