Every Zzap!64 Gold Medal & Sizzler of 1985 | The Best Commodore 64 Games?
A month-by-month look at every Zzap!64 Gold Medal and Sizzler from 1985, revisiting the Commodore 64 games that Zzap believed deserved attention.
Retro Specials
Special features, nostalgia stories and deep dives across retro gaming culture
Retro Specials – Amiga, Commodore 64 & Arcade Stories
Explore Retro Specials spanning Commodore 64, Amiga, ZX Spectrum and arcade history, from game comparisons and hidden gems to scene stories and nostalgia deep dives.
This collection is designed for retro fans who want broad platform coverage and context, not just one machine: C64, Amiga, arcade cabinets and more.
THE 50 ESSENTIAL COMMODORE 64 GAMES – Commodore 64 | Best C64 Games Ever
50 essential Commodore 64 games that defined the system — the classics every C64 fan remembers.
50 Essential Amiga Games – Best Amiga Games Ever
A countdown of 50 essential Amiga games, celebrating the titles that defined the platform.
Arcade Club Bury, Greater Manchester – Europe’s Largest Free-Play Arcade Visit
Inside one of the UK’s biggest retro arcades — hundreds of machines, all free-play.
Hardest Commodore 64 Games Ever Made
The toughest C64 games ever made — brutal difficulty and no mercy.
Guru Meditation – Commodore Amiga Error That Became a Legend
The famous Amiga error message that became part of gaming history.
Memories of the Commodore 64 – A Brother’s 1982 Retro Gaming Journey
A nostalgic look back at early Commodore 64 memories from the 1980s.
Retro Games Day – Gaming with Family from Amiga to PlayStation 5
A relaxed family gaming day mixing retro classics with modern consoles.
TOP 15 Commodore 64 Games – Essential C64 Classics You Must Play
15 must-play Commodore 64 classics that still hold up today.
The SID Chip – Commodore 64 Sound Interface Device & 8-Bit Music Revolution
The iconic sound chip behind the Commodore 64’s unforgettable music.
X-Copy – The Ultimate Commodore Amiga Disk Copier Story (1988–1993)
The story behind X-Copy and its place in Amiga history.
ZX Spectrum Memories – Rewinding 8-Bit History with Hodgy
Revisiting ZX Spectrum memories and the era that defined them.
C64 vs ZX Spectrum — The Truth About These Versions
Same games, different machines — see how C64 and Spectrum versions really compare.
My Favourite Arcade Games – Commodore 64 & Amiga Ports Reviewed
A personal look at favourite 80s arcade games and how they translated to the Commodore 64 and Amiga, comparing gameplay, performance, and overall experience across platforms.