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.
Special features, nostalgia stories and deep dives across retro gaming culture
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.
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.
50 essential Commodore 64 games that defined the system — the classics every C64 fan remembers.
A countdown of 50 essential Amiga games, celebrating the titles that defined the platform.
Inside one of the UK’s biggest retro arcades — hundreds of machines, all free-play.
The toughest C64 games ever made — brutal difficulty and no mercy.
The famous Amiga error message that became part of gaming history.
A nostalgic look back at early Commodore 64 memories from the 1980s.
A relaxed family gaming day mixing retro classics with modern consoles.
15 must-play Commodore 64 classics that still hold up today.
The iconic sound chip behind the Commodore 64’s unforgettable music.
The story behind X-Copy and its place in Amiga history.
Revisiting ZX Spectrum memories and the era that defined them.
Same games, different machines — see how C64 and Spectrum versions really compare.
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.