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Exile is a single-player action-adventure video game originally published for the Acorn Electron and BBC Micro in 1988 by Superior Software and later ported to the Commodore 64, Amiga, CD32 and Atari ST, all published by Audiogenic. Exile's game physics engine qualifies it to be the first game to have a complete Newtonian motion model. At the time of its release it was considered to push the bound… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Exile.

Accolade Sports Collection is a retro collection featuring some of the most iconic sports games from the early 90s. This collection includes titles like Summer Challenge, Winter Challenge, Hardball 1&2 and Hoops Shut Up and Jam!. This collection offers a complete retro gaming experience, where players can easily select from the different titles available, with features like save states, filters o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Accolade Sports Collection.

After crashing your plane at sea, you end up drifting to a small island, with not much to survive. You explore, and find out the island was inhabited, years ago. But why did the people leave? And why is there a fence around the white house at the top of the hill? "Sizzler! [...] Outstanding, one of the best modern text adventures to date." -- ZZap!64"The game's density is very satisfying. More th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tristam Island.

Have you ever dreamed about a journey far beyond the known regions of the universe? Close to Alpha Centauri, Olivia Lund is on the trail of one of mankind's greatest secrets and a thousand-year-old mystery. After nearly 20 years in hypersleep, she wakes up alone on her stranded ship, the Polaris-7. The artificial intelligence Io seems to be her only remaining friend now. Hibernated 1 - This Place… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hibernated 1 (Director's Cut).

The Ghosts of Blackwood Manor is an award-winning interactive horror from Stefan Vogt, the acclaimed author of Hibernated and The Curse of Rabenstein. Take on the role of novelist Thomas King and his wife Cora as they move into a remote Scottish manor house, just days before Christmas 1986. Seeking inspiration for his next book, Thomas begins to explore the history of Blackwood Manor, only to unc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Ghosts of Blackwood Manor.

Ballblazer is a 1984 computer game created by Lucasfilm Games (later LucasArts Entertainment). It was originally released for the Atari 8-bit systems, such as the Atari 800 and the Atari 5200. It was also ported to other popular platforms of the day, such as the Apple II, ZX Spectrum (by Dalali Software Ltd), Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64, Atari 7800, and the NES. The Atari 800 version was called Ball… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ballblazer.

Loopz is a puzzle video game originally designed and programmed by Ian Upton for the Atari ST in 1989. He previously worked as head game designer for Audiogenic, who acquired exclusive rights to the game, then in 1990 arranged for Mindscape to publish it for computers in North America and consoles worldwide. The Nintendo Entertainment System version (programmed by Bits Studios) and the Game Boy v… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Loopz.

My 8-Bit Syndrome is a zine dedicated to the golden era of retro computer gaming, focusing on iconic 8-bit systems from the 1970s and 1980s, including the Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum, Amstrad, Atari, Oric, BBC Micro, and more. Produced in Greece and written in English, My 8-Bit Syndrome is your gateway to rediscovering the charm and nostalgia of classic computer gaming. You can order a physical cop… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My 8-Bit Syndrome zine Issue #02.

Captain Dynamo is a platform game developed by Codemasters and released in 1992. Versions were published for the Commodore Amiga, Atari ST, Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum, Amstrad CPC, and MS-DOS. Captain Dynamo, an aging superhero, is brought out of retirement to recover a haul of stolen diamonds from the trap-infested rocket-ship of the villainous Austen Von Flyswatter. The game is a vertically… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Captain Dynamo.

50%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics

50% User Score Based on 21 reviews

Critic Score 45%Based on 2 reviews

Tempest is a 1981 arcade game by Atari Inc., designed and programmed by Dave Theurer. It takes place on a three-dimensional surface, sometimes wrapped into a tube, which is viewed from one end and is divided into a dozen or more segments or lanes. The player controls a claw-shaped spaceship (named Blaster) that crawls along the near edge of the playfield, moving from segment to segment. Tempest wa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tempest.

Story Your balloon goes down over an island inhabited by dinosaurs. Your goal is to escape. This game was written with Adventuron Classroom (scroll down page for more information). Look at Source Code. DX Version Escape from Dinosaur Island DX is a (gentle) remaster of Escape From Dinosaur Island (by Richard Pettigrew), which was an IFComp 2018 entry, and one of the first Adventuron games released… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape from Dinosaur Island DX.

58%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story

79% User Score Based on 24 reviews

Jumpman is a platform game written by Randy Glover and released by Epyx in 1983. Originally developed for the Atari 8-bit family, versions were also released for the Commodore 64, Apple II, IBM PC, and ColecoVision. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jumpman (C64/MSDOS).

Encerrada en una fría celda en una isla, no recuerdas desde cuándo estás allí, pero hoy todo va a cambiar. ERINIA es un relato interactivo programado inicialmente en PAWS para ordenadores ZX Spectrum. Escribe AYUDA en cualquier momento del juego para recibir unas indicaciones básicas. El 1/12/2023 se subió la versión DAAD de la aventura, que ahora es multiplataforma, para AMSTRAD CPC, ZX Spectrum… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Erinia (2020).

SOKO64+ is a  game written in ugBASIC and that runs on various 8-bit home computers like AMSTRAD CPC 664, ATARI 400/800, ATARI XL/XEGS, COLECOVISION, COMMODORE 128, COMMODORE 64, DRAGON 32/64, MSX, OLIVETTI PRODEST PC128, SEGA SG-1000, THOMSON MO5, THOMSON TO8,  TRS-80 COLOR COMPUTER 1/2/3, ZX SPECTRUM 48K. Sokoban (Japanese: 倉庫番 or "warehouse keeper") is a puzzle-type video game in which t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SOKO64+.

One of the earliest Dungeon Crawl games. Written in 1983 for the Atari 8-bit computer line by John Palevich and published by Atari in their APX catalog. Dandy is an up to 4 player cooperative dungeon crawl. The game was ported to the ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64 and Amstrad CPC. It was the inspiration for games like Dark Chambers and the very popular Gauntlet series. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dandy.

41%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

70% User Score Based on 10 reviews

The popular 1990's arcade adventure Slightly Magic has been remastered and restored by the original author/programmer Colin Jones. Combine objects with spells to activate, turn into a bird, a fish or even invisible! Complete with director's commentary, a newly-remastered soundtrack by legendary games musician Allister Brimble, enjoy this slice of gaming history! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slightly Magic: 8bit Legacy Edition.

44%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability

44% User Score Based on 14 reviews

The homebrew SNES port of Chip's Challenge, originally for the Atari Lynx. Does not feature the original music. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chip's Challenge.

Dizzy Down the Rapids is an arcade style action video game that was published in 1991 by Codemasters for the Amstrad CPC, Spectrum, DOS, Atari ST, Commodore 64 and Amiga. The game involves Dizzy riding barrels down a river avoiding obstacles and enemies. This was another game derived from a minigame game found in The Fantastic Adventures of Dizzy like Bubble Dizzy. The game was based on the game p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dizzy Down the Rapids.

Theatre Europe is a turn-based strategy video game developed and published by Personal Software Services. It was first released in the United Kingdom for the Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum, Amstrad CPC and Atari 8-bit home computers in 1985. It was later released in France by ERE Informatique in 1986, and was released in the United States by Datasoft later that year. It was also ported to the Tatung Ei… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Theatre Europe.

"Quadron is an original arcade style game for the 48K ZX Spectrum created in the mould of the 1980s Williams classics. Set in the Quadron complex, you are charged with the task of defending the crystals mined by the relentless onset of marauding aliens. Featuring fast arcade style gameplay, multiple weapons, enemies, collectables, powerups, and a pointer based status screen and scanner, the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quadron.

100%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

100% User Score Based on 59 reviews

A tribute to the golden era of Retro gaming that brings together 7 iconic titles for the first time. This is more than a collection; it's a celebration of gaming history and the preservation of pioneering games from the '80's & '90's allowing you to relive the C64, Amiga and Spectrum versions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Ninja Collection + Bonus Games.

57%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

71% User Score Based on 31 reviews

The crazy inventor Heinrich Von Schinker is dead. Or so we thought until the nightwatchman told us his fantastic tale of the haunting of Von Schtinker's old castle. Yes it has been confirmed. Heinrichs' sprit (a.k.a. Bubble Ghost) has been blowing a bubble throughout the macarbe halls of his ancestral home. Your job is to help Bubble Ghost move the bubble through the 35 rooms of the castle, past a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bubble Ghost.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, replayability

87% User Score Based on 92 reviews

Enter an underground world of treasures and traps in Crystal Caves, a colorful EGA game that rivals any commercial game with its arcade quality, puzzles and graphics. As Mylo Steamwitz, enter cave after cave of adventure, gathering teasures and evading countless hazards. Crystal Caves is a mixing of Nintendo's Mario Brothers, Commander Keen, and Indiana Jones. As with all Apogee games, a high p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crystal Caves.

Unusually for Electronic Arts in the early 90s, this was a platform -shooter game with little or no adventuring or strategy elements. The game scrolls sideways, and has sections where precision jumps are required, either to clear rivers or collect bonuses. You carry a dagger to deal with the enemies, and must avoid contact with them. When killed, they leave coins to be collected - these are spent … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Risky Woods.

My 8-Bit Syndrome is a zine dedicated to the golden era of retro computer gaming, focusing on iconic 8-bit systems from the 1980s and 1990s, including the Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum, Amstrad, Atari, Oric, BBC Micro, and more. Produced in Greece and written in English, My 8-Bit Syndrome is your gateway to rediscovering the charm and nostalgia of classic computer gaming. You can order a physical cop… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My 8-Bit Syndrome Zine Issue #03.

The Attic Archive presents a curious collection of forgotten games from the 1980s. Originally published for the Commodore 64, Amstrad CPC, and Sinclair ZX Spectrum home computer systems, these games are authentically reproduced in all their 8-bit glory. Featuring classics from Ocean Software, Artic Computing, Imagine Software, and Atlantis. With platformers, shooters, exploration games, and more… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Attic Archive.

Mystery Isles is a text adventure game written in PunyInform for the ParserComp 2024 itch.io jam. You are stranded on a deserted island and must solve puzzles and figure out a way to escape. You were looking forward to a quiet day fishing in your new fishing boat. After a couple of hours catching nothing (and a few beers) you lay back for a rest and drift off to sleep ... You wake a few hours l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mystery Isles.

Originally released in 1987 for the Commodore 64, this return to the world of Bounder saw players once again take on the role of an eternally bouncing tennis ball, travelling over a surreal landscape, but now equipped with powerful weapons and tasked with saving the world from evil aliens! Now, relive those days in this remastered emulated version.GameplayBounce across the world, avoiding dangerou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Re-Bounder.

Originally released in 1987 for home microcomputers, this unique top-down shooter from prolific software house Ocean Software saw players take on the role of a lone pilot of a scout ship fighting to eliminate the threat of the Macro-Genetic-Mutoids, bio-engineered organisms that threaten to destroy mankind. Now, relive those days in this remastered emulated version. Contains the Commodore 64, Ams… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mutants (C64/Amstrad/Spectrum).

Have you ever wondered what the robot spider did when it went into the wall to help Olivia? In this Hibernated 1 addon, you will see the events on the stranded alien ship through the eyes of an unusual and rather unexpected protagonist: Vermin Extermination Unit 4 aka Vlad. Eight Feet Under reveals a previously unknown part of the Hibernated 1 events, so it's essential to complete the main game fi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eight Feet Under - A Hibernated 1 Addon.

Puzznic is a tile-matching puzzle arcade game developed and produced by Taito in 1989 and was ported for the Nintendo Entertainment System, Game Boy, PC Engine, Sharp X68000, Commodore Amiga, Atari ST, Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64, MS-DOS and ZX Spectrum between 1990 and 1991. Home computer ports were handled by Ocean Software; the 2003 PlayStation port was handled by Altron. An Apple IIgs port was c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Puzznic.

51%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

82% User Score Based on 11 reviews

Critic Score 58%Based on 1 reviews

The retro game and legendary action puzzler for players young and more experienced alike arrived, combining up-to date-graphics with original game features – spanning 35+ years of Rockford and his friends, digging though caves to collect gems - Boulder Dash Deluxe! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Boulder Dash.

54%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story

58% User Score Based on 10 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 6 reviews

Four classic games from SEGA's influential platforming series If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wonder Boy Collection.

Savage is an action video game developed by Probe Software and published by Firebird Software in 1988 for ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST and MS-DOS. In 1989 Firebird published a version for the Amiga. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Savage.

Background This game is an adaptation of the Italian adventure Dimensione Sconosciuta by Bonaventura Di Bello. This was his first game. It was originally published on the cover tape of Load'n'Run, no. 37, April 1987 for the ZX Spectrum. It was later rewritten as Amos Newton: Incubo and published on the cover tape of Explorer, no. 8, June 1987 for the Commodore 64 and MSX. It has now been transla… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unknown Dimension.

IntroductionBubble Bobble C64 Remastered is a fan-made radical enhancement—with all-new graphics—of the Commodore 64 version of Taito's Bubble Bobble, originally developed by Software Creations and published by Firebird in 1987.  The game was met with critical and player acclaim upon release and is still regarded today as a great classic for the C64, as well as one of the best games ever released… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bubble Bobble C64 Remastered.

51%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization

83% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Dive into the past and enjoy acclaimed editions of Revolution Software's four award winning games from the 1990's. Powered by proprietary emulation technology from Antstream featuring custom GPU emulation timing developed specifically for Broken Sword 1 & 2. Experience these Amiga and PlayStation classics as they ran on original hardware in one standalone offline package! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Revolution Editions: Shadow & Steel.

Introduction In the years following the American Civil War, you lead a simple life as a cowboy. Despite the low wage, you scrimp and save and manage to buy a small ranch near Tucson, Arizona, where you live with your wife Sarah and daughter Betty. You dream of a bright future for your daughter and work hard every day to earn the money needed to provide her with a good education. Then, one day, y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wild West.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

90% User Score Based on 99 reviews

Critic Score 78%Based on 12 reviews

Gridrunner. Revenge of the Mutant Camels. Tempest 2000. Llamatron. In the British gaming universe of the 80s and 90s, nobody made games like Jeff Minter. Now, in a new interactive documentary from Digital Eclipse, you can play the history of one of the weirdest, wildest game developers to ever exist – a man who loved shooters and sheep, lasers and llamas. LLAMASOFT Journey back in time to an era o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music

100% User Score Based on 17 reviews

8 Bit Space is a 2D platformer inspired by games from the 8-bit era of gaming and with particular emphasis on the ZX Spectrum. Explore 25 alien planets in the search of your goal, valuable gems are also scattered within each planet, can you find them all? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 8 Bit Space.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, stability

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

93% User Score Based on 95 reviews

Use your Parkour skills to outrun the destruction of your city with just one button! One of the most popular and best-loved Flash games of 2010, Canabalt was created in 5 days for the Experimental Gameplay Project, and features a rad soundtrack by superstar indie composer Daniel Baranowsky (Super Meat Boy). If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Canabalt.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

88% User Score Based on 103 reviews

Critic Score 56%Based on 3 reviews

The first entry in the D series and one of the first games released by the company, it dealt with taboo content such as violence and cannibalism, featured 3D CGI full-motion video and a first-person perspective, It was the first game to star the digital actress, Laura. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to D.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics

75% User Score Based on 40 reviews

JIm Power: The Lost Dimension in 3-D utilizes the revolutionary Nuoptix 3D graphics, allowing you to experience the thrill of virtual reality without a virtual reality system. 3D glasses facilitate the incredible depth experience, but the thrill and the horror of "The Lost Dimension" may be fully experienced with or without 3D glasses. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jim Power -The Lost Dimension.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

Dr. Robotnik is changing the jolly folk of Beanville into devious little robots that will help rid Planet Mobius of music and fun forever. Group the beans together to help them escape, and compete against Robotnik’s wily henchbots! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dr. Robotnik's Mean Bean Machine.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story

90% User Score Based on 20 reviews

Carrier Command is a landmark 1980s computer game available on Amiga, Atari ST, PC, ZX Spectrum, Apple Macintosh, Commodore 64 and Amstrad CPC computers. Described by The Games Machine as a "seminal game destined to change the state of gaming", Carrier Command won accolades from across the industry. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Carrier Command.

34%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability

53% User Score Based on 15 reviews

The Temple of Apshai Trilogy includes updated graphical versions of three classic Apshai games: -Dunjonquest: Temple of Apshai -Dunjonquest: Upper Reaches of Apshai -Dunjonquest: Curse of Ra If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Temple of Apshai Trilogy.

55%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization

55% User Score Based on 208 reviews

Giana Sisters 2D is a HD remake of the beloved Nintendo DS game from 2009. It features full controller support, precise, intuitive controls and a smooth learning curve. All balanced for hours of fun and challenge. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Giana Sisters 2D.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

64% User Score Based on 111 reviews

From Evil the Cat’s’Circus of the Scars’ to the planet of Meat, join Jim on a madcap chase across the galaxy. Saving cows, thwarting lawyers and outsmarting Psy-Crow are all in a day’s work for Jim. Are you up to the challenge? Can you handle the awesome new weapons? Excellent! Then stop reading this. Try it now! Trust no one, play it yourself.. or EAT DIRT! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Earthworm Jim 2.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

83% User Score Based on 36 reviews

Help G.I. Ant to gain access to the crazy world of Captain Rat's Treasure Caves. The game consists of 100 levels of increasing complexity over nine different themed worlds. Each level features several interconnected platforms holding a number of "dominoes". The aim is to rearrange the dominoes, such that with a single push, all of the dominoes are toppled, thus opening the exit to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pushover.

55%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

80% User Score Based on 20 reviews

In this first-person puzzle-solving game, you're a robot with a mission on a space station. And like any great robot, you're going to have to explore, teleport and ricochet your way around the base, in which each room and corridor is a puzzle to solve. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Sphinx.