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One of the (many) great things about ZZAP!64 was how all games were reviewed by 3 people. Most readers had a fave reviewer who shared their tastes (JR for me) so you knew you’d probably like it if they did. A brilliant reviewing system. A shame it's not used more.
My favourite games of 1990* No.1
Lemmings
Incredibly original, wonderfully innovative & maddeningly addictive, Lemmings is one of my favourite games ever. Unique, funny & with perfect gameplay, I absolutely adore it. Not just my fave 90/91 game but one of the best of all time.
My favourite games of 1990 – No.2
Kick Off 2 / Player Manager
I’ve put these together as I love both of them. If I had to choose one, I’d pick Player Manager. The added management dimension was brilliantly implemented giving players the best of both worlds. Top of the league.
My favourite games of 1990 – No.3
Speedball 2
Not just a sequel, but a whole new (brutal) ball game. Packed with fast, exciting, violent futuresports action, plus improved management & strategy elements, Speedball 2 is outstanding. One of the Amiga’s greatest ever games.
My favourite games of 1990 – No.4
Lotus Esprit Turbo Challenge
A cross between Outrun & Pitstop 2, this super-fast racer is incredibly exhilarating. Graphics are excellent, gameplay is immediately compulsive & ultra-addictive & the 2 player head-to-head mode is fantastic fun.
My favourite games of 1990 - No.5
Turrican
A huge game full of imagination, Turrican is a magnificent platform/shooter. Superb graphics, a soundtrack that builds an awesome atmosphere, & gripping gameplay that has enough variety & depth to keep you playing for ages. Excellent.
My favourite games of 1990 – No.6
Shadow of the Beast 2
SOTB looked & sounded ace but gameplaywise there wasn’t a lot going on. The sequel keeps the awesome presentation, gorgeous graphics & superb sound but adds puzzles, character interactions & hugely improved gameplay.
My favourite games of 1990 – No.7
Wings
Paul McCartney’s favourite Amiga game is an absolute classic. With excellent presentation, gorgeous graphics, superb storytelling, and an ace atmosphere that hooks you immediately, Wings is a wonderful game.
My favourite games of 1990 – No.8
Nitro
This top-down mini-racer is enormous fun – especially when experienced in 3 player mode against a couple of mates. Racing one other around the track, chasing down the bonuses and pipping each other to the finish line is a brilliant laugh.
My favourite games of 1990 – No.10
Rick Dangerous 2
Rick was back & more infuriating than ever! Better graphics & sound, improved level design, and more addictive/annoying trial and error gameplay. Haters still hated it & masochists still loved it. Another cracking platformer.