Chase HQ II (Ocean) (Commodore 64)

The more than competent graphics and the lack of loading times may well outweigh the limited gameplay... I strongly suspect that the fact that this is cartridge-based may well save its bacon.

Golden Axe (Virgin Games) (Commodore 64/128)

There are some nice sampled screams and the converted Sega soundtrack sounds better than ever! If you fancy a taste of cold steel on warm flesh, get Golden Axe now.

Out-Run (Kixx) (Commodore 64/128)

It has some faults, and isn't an accurate conversion of the famous coin-op but, then again, anyone who thought it would be is out of his tree. It's fast, playable and looks good.

The Games: Winter Edition (Kixx) (Commodore 64/128)

Groan, this is the winter of our discontent... For argument's sake let's give this one 55%.

Delta (Kixx) (Commodore 64/128)

An admirable piece of programming... A game that most definitely should not be missed.

California Games (Kixx) (Commodore 64/128)

The events are superbly done but, on cassette tape, this doesn't work at all. Steer well clear unless you have several days spare to spend loading it (never mind playing).

Operation Hanoi (Players Premier) (Commodore 64/128)

Very playable without being spectacular... Although there are only three levels, the difficulty more than compensates for the absence of more murder zones.

Atomic Robo-Kid (Activision) (Commodore 64/128)

A pretty stonking game... Graphics are a pleasure to behold and sound is gorgeous with the theme tune courtesy of Martin Walker.

Twinworld (Ubi Soft) (Commodore 64/128)

A highly playable and highly recommended game. Not particularly varied though.

The Amazing Spider-Man (Empire) (Commodore 64)

The animation on Spidey is great - but the graphics themselves are pretty plain-looking. The lack of a save game option makes the task long and arduous.

TNT (Domark) (Commodore 64/128)

Big name games but low on long-lasting playability. Hard Drivin' shouldn't have made it past the demo stage, let alone be included here!

Accolade In Action (Accolade) (Commodore 64/128)

Perhaps one of the best compilations of all time. Excellent value for money.

All-Time Classics (Accolade) (Commodore 64/128)

It's nowhere near as good as the other Accolade In Action but it's still quite a bargain.

Platinum (U. S. Gold) (Commodore 64/128)

LED Storm is brilliant and the others range from very good to average. You won't be disappointed.

Strider II (U. S. Gold) (Commodore 64)

While still technically brilliant, Strider II doesn't quite deliver the punch and variety of the original.

The Curse Of Ra (Rainbow Arts) (Commodore 64/128)

It's smart-looking, well-designed and nicely programmed... However, you'd do well to give this a wide berth unless you're into brain teasers which keep you up all night.

Last Ninja Remix (System 3) (Commodore 64)

It's the first game with a new animated intro, a new status screen, different music for all six levels and slightly tweaked gameplay so it flows better. Why not hone your Ninjutsu skills with this one, ready for the forthcoming battle in Last Ninja 2?

Buck Rogers (U. S. Gold) (Commodore 64/128)

It's a massive game... but it's very playable and contains enough adventure to last for many months.

Plotting (Ocean) (Commodore 64/128)

Nicely programmed, very polished and extremely captivating.

B.A.T. (Ubisoft) (Commodore 64/128)

A very original game with an unusual presentation... It's unlike anything else available but it's also difficult to get into, and runs about as fast as an anaesthetised snail.

Badlands (Domark) (Commodore 64)

Frustrating, addictive, exciting, challenging, it will turn best friends into arch-enemies - but only on the track, of course.