Zapped to the Past Episode 184 July 1991

Mar 30, 2025

In July 1991, the hosts dive into memorable games for the Commodore 64, including the epic 'Exile' and the quirky 'Lone Wolf'. They share nostalgic tales of an 18th birthday, filled with humorous filmmaking anecdotes. There's a critique of iconic game covers, with a comparison of aesthetics and gameplay. The transition of InXS from creativity to blandness is hilariously dissected, alongside a playful examination of the music scene featuring chart-toppers. Expect laughter and insightful takes on gaming and 90s pop culture!

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Graham's 18th Birthday

Graham Raddings reminisces about turning 18 in July 1991.
He recalls throwing up under a table at Gulliver's and dancing to "Dancing Queen."

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Zap 64 Cover Critique

Adrian and Graham critique the July 1991 Zap 64 cover, featuring Rod Land.
They find it poorly drawn and vibrating, with a misplaced emphasis on Rod Land over the higher-scoring Exile.

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Adrian's Exile Experience

Adrian struggled with Exile's controls and jerky scrolling, finding the gameplay tedious.
He accidentally set off a grenade, highlighting the game's control challenges.

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