Windows 95 desktop themes were peak 90s customization—Microsoft dropped the OS on August 24, 1995, and suddenly, you could make your PC feel yours. Themes weren’t just wallpapers; they swapped out system sounds, icons, cursors, and color schemes in one click. The original Windows 95 didn’t ship with a ton of themes, but the real fun came with the Microsoft Plus! Pack later that year, adding classics like “Underwater,” “Inside Your Computer,” and “Dangerous Creatures.” By the time Windows 95 got its OSR2 updates in ’96–’97, themes had become a core part of the nostalgia loop—boot sounds, pixelated fish, and all. It was the first time a home computer felt less like a beige box and more like a little reflection of your personality.