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Game Review: Ray Mears’ Survival Chimney (Commodore 64)

10/10

"Ray Mears’ Survival Chimney" for the Commodore 64 is a groundbreaking title that pushes the boundaries of 80s gaming technology. Players take on the role of Ray Mears, a seasoned outdoorsman, navigating the treacherous terrain of the Wrangell Volcanic Field in East Alaska. The game begins with Ray traversing mountainous forests, battling wild bears, wolves, and even fending off cutthroat media executives who either want him dead or offer miserly deals. As you progress, you'll collect essential climbing gear—ropes, pegs, hand cream, and Kendal mintcake—all crucial for the ultimate challenge: scaling the largest natural chimney. The goal is to sketch a rare wasp and sell the proof to National Geographic, the highest paying media publication.

A unique feature of this game is its 300-page guidebook, helping players code and complete a realistic 16 colour digital sketch using a combination of key presses and joystick clicks, a task that skilled players can accomplish in around 51 hours. The game’s difficulty is heightened by the chimney's natural tilt and fierce Alaskan winds, which threaten to blow away your equipment. Mastering the left-right timings is essential to protect your kit and succeed. This is one of the most advanced Commodore 64 games to date, with the cassette deck running at double speed to support the fast framerates and an exhilarating techno soundtrack by 808 State.

"Ray Mears’ Survival Chimney" offers a challenging, immersive experience that elevates Ray Mears' public persona to new heights. Prepare to sketch your way to victory, and stay tuned for the anticipated sequel, "Ray Mears' Ural Sinkhole "

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Yie Ar Kung Fu Longplay (Commodore 64 Version) Good to see I can still have a decent run, 30 years removed from my last game. Oh, and yes, Fan had me the third time...

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Game Review: SimJanitor 8: Smooth Moperator (Commodore 64)

11/10

The global hit series "SimJanitor" reached its zenith with the 1986 release of "SimJanitor 8: Smooth Moperator," sparking a cultural phenomenon that included pop bands, a Scandi-noir crime series, and a revival of mopping from Atlanta to Abu Dhabi. As always, you step into the shoes of Randy Hammerflask, and YES, it's 5pm again.

With the employees of IBM's head office in Flatparp, Kentucky heading home, it's your time to shine—or rather, mop. Equipped with a mop, bucket, and a slew of cleaning products, you aim to hit high scores by mastering the classic cycle of mop, rinse, and repeat. Super mops, extra squeegees and high performance soaps are new upgrades in this release, too.

Extra points are awarded for gleaming floors and erasing graffiti, ensuring you stay on your toes. Keep an eye out for the hidden Easter egg that unlocks a cleaning partner - none other than Jon Bon Jovi! His cameo doesn't dampen the fun; instead, it amps up the excitement as you strive to ensure the entire building sparkles by 9am. "SimJanitor 8" is a playful, addictive delight that leaves you scrubbing your way to satisfaction.

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Game Review: Moon Ship (Commodore 64)

5/10

Load your cannons, hoist the space sails and set off through the cosmos in this dark title "Moon Ship" for the Commodore 64! This 80s classic stars Chuff Cromback, a well-natured pirate who wakes up after a 400-year coma, dreaming of sailing his ship, The Woolworths Sail, into lunar orbit to unearth buried alien treasure from Earth's infrequently frequented Moon.

The game's level design masterfully captures the vast blackness of space, offering a faithful and immersive backdrop for Chuff's adventures. As you navigate the perils of the galaxy, you'll face off against The Brieguffs, a spongy group of alienoid tyrants who roam endless space, and tirelessly try to send you off course. The backstory doesn't quite provide enough justification for their efforts or existence but they are difficult adverseries regardless.

The journey is accompanied by a jolly, melodic soundtrack of Peruvian pan-pipes, enhancing the game's charm and clear connection to the game's central designer who is a Cusco native - a town several hundred kilometres east-ish of Peru's capital 'Lima'.

"Moon Ship" is a perfected mix of space exploration and pirate lore, often blending both genres together so well that you'd be forgiven for thinking they were ever distinct in the first place.

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Game Review: Marzipan Tarzan (Commodore 64)

9/10

"Marzipan Tarzan" for the Commodore 64 is an adventure that swings straight into your heartstrings. Playing as Tarzan, a jungle inhabitant made entirely from the the kitchen's bile 'marzipan', you're faced with the bittersweet challenge of overcoming the revulsion of your fellow creatures. Lonely and desperate for companionship, Marzipan Tarzan must navigate through lush, perilous jungle levels - avoiding pixelated, venomous slugs and razorblades stuck to bamboo slides with chewing gum, in search of a magical flower that blooms only once every 70 years—and dies within just 6 hours.

The game is a race against time as you swing from vine to vine, avoiding dangers and gathering clues to find the elusive floral ingredient that might finally make you more tolerable to those around you. ail to find the flower in time, and you're exiled to a Malian high security prison - forever. With an excellent jazzy DnB soundtrack by LTJ Bukem, "Marzipan Tarzan" combines a heartwarming tale with fast-paced action, creating a raw, pulsating and memorable gaming experience. This game is a must-play for anyone who loves jungles, jungly things, vine ropes and enjoys disliking marzipan, all wrapped in classic 80s platform gameplay.

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Game Review: Salami Origami (Commodore 64)

8/10

The "Salami Origami" series has carved out a unique niche in the gaming world, focusing on the art of meat-based origami. This title, centered on the beloved Italian meat product, guides players through the delightful process of folding salami into recognisable animals and objects, with classic voiceover supplied by the late Tony Sirico.

While it leans more towards a step-by-step guide than a traditional game, "Salami Origami" maximises player enjoyment with its creative and tasty twist, asking users to recreate folds and bends using their increasingly greasy keyboard. Remarkably, it has even tempted some vegans to reintroduce meat into their lunchboxes, as they quickly rediscovered the joy of crafting a salami pigeon, proudly displaying and capturing their Kodak moment, and savouring it promptly before friends noticed the dietary shift.

The game also offers 16-color printouts for Commodore print devices, perfect for guiding your meat-moulding malaise on a city tour or whilst waiting in a lengthy voting queue. "Salami Origami" is a delightful blend of culinary art and interactive gaming that brings a playful, edible experience to your Commodore 64.

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Game Review: Chinchilla Wrestling (Commodore 64)

6/10

"Chinchilla Wrestling" is an unexpectedly delightful wrestling simulation that features buff, protein-fueled chinchillas in the ring. This C64 gem gained legendary status not only for its quirky gameplay but also for a collector's mishap: the first release artwork misspelled 'Chinchilla' as 'Chinchila', driving collectors wild. The wrestling action, as hilarious and futile as you’d expect from chinchillas, is brilliantly executed with a surprising array of moves, pushing the C64 to its limits. Players guide their chosen chinchilla through increasingly challenging matches, culminating in a boss fight against the formidable hybrid human-chinchilla, Mark Marksowski - a true test of joystick endurance.

Victory grants the prestigious International Chinchilla Wrestling Federation title belt, and completing the game offers a unique code to claim a real imitation title belt. Unfortunately, publishers 'Rodento Hour' were bankrupted by another typo, offering the belt for $1.79 instead of $179, making the game a piece of gaming lore. "Chinchilla Wrestling" found its way onto most C64 owners' shelves, earning high praise for its innovative gameplay and charmingly absurd premise.

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Game Review: FIREBOMB Kirkcudbright (Commodore 64)

2.24/10

"FIREBOMB Kirkcudbright" plunges players into a fiery uprising against the soaring price of Scottish salmon in the picturesque southern town of Kirkcudbright. As Sergeant Todd Listerine, players must navigate through increasingly intense levels, armed with an eclectic array of transport and fire-fighting equipment - from humble handfuls of moss to sophisticated Beluga aeroplanes. The challenge is to quench the flames and restore peace to the town, saving one building at a time.

The stakes rise with every level, as salmon prices skyrocket and the town teeters on the brink of becoming Scotland's ashtray. The climax of this thrilling journey is a gripping courtroom drama where locals face off against capitalist criminals intent on monopolizing the salmon market. With its unique blend of action and strategy, "FIREBOMB Kirkcudbright" offers a riveting experience, blending historical authenticity with imaginative gameplay. The question remains: can Captain McPheep and the determined townsfolk reclaim their peace and their prized salmon? Only the most strategic players will find out.