In which year was the pen and paper RPG "Deadlands" released?

Deadlands, the pen and paper RPG, was released in the year 1996. This game, created by Shane Lacy Hensley and published by Pinnacle Entertainment Group, introduced a unique and innovative setting combining elements of the Wild West, horror, and supernatural themes. Set in an alternate history version of the American frontier, Deadlands saw players immersed in a world where supernatural creatures, dark magic, and the undead roamed the land. With its intriguing blend of genres and a distinctive "Weird West" atmosphere, Deadlands quickly gained popularity among gamers, making its release in 1996 a significant milestone in the history of pen and paper RPGs.