Zapped to the Past

In the month of July1987 many games were released for the Commodore 64. In episode fifty-six of Zapped to the Past, we look at some of those games, including the wondrous Wizball, the crabby Strike and the ingenious I,Ball and wonder just how many balls are too many balls…? Games covered in this episode: Wizball Strike Gunstar Sport of Kings IQ Deathscape Super Bowl Sunday Mario Bros UFO I, Ball Find us here: https://zappedtothepast.com/ Please visit the website of David Hearne Writer - our amazing show sponsor: https://www.davidhearnewriter.com/ If you would like to help us out and join our Patreon, find it here: https://www.patreon.com/zappedtothepast Additional links mentioned in the Podcast: Bananarama: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-DZQ80vEVI Michael Fortunati: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-xfy-0RPMw Bananarama mix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thSeR6sHqJA Spagna: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8c04XHCF8k Anita Dobson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucQtAnIZ908 Cabaret Voltaire: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RRqnOuTqDq0 Front 242: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1cRGVaJF7Y Samantha Fox: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kR3Bonm7f0k Wet Wet Wet Neck Injury: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgEqJUcUKNw Do the Crab!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46ht1Uei42M Physics anomaly drumkit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPVAsEoHGyU Whip Blow (a.k.a I, Ball): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDqG4ut-LSo

In the month of June 1987 many games were released for the Commodore 64. In episode fifty-five of Zapped to the Past, we conclude our look at some of those games, including the incomprehensible Jumpin' Jimmy, the old school River Raid and the exceptional H.E.R.O and wonder if bells ring and milkshakes are tasty, and are baby kangaroos indeed grateful? And what are gravy points? Games covered in this episode: Zolyx The Secret of Kandar Xenon Ranger Feud River Raid Pitfall II Jumpin’ Jimmy Auf Wiedersehn Monty Death or Glory Doc The Destroyer Hero Find us here: https://zappedtothepast.com/ Please visit the website of David Hearne Writer - our amazing show sponsor: https://www.davidhearnewriter.com/ If you would like to help us out and join our Patreon, find it here: https://www.patreon.com/zappedtothepast Additional links mentioned in the Podcast: http://zee-3.com/pickfordbros/softography/index.php?game=19  https://www.broadcastforschools.co.uk/site/1980s https://www.broadcastforschools.co.uk/site/Special:BrowseData/Programmes?Decade=1980s&Broadcaster=BBC_Schools_TV

In the month of June 1987 many games were released for the Commodore 64. In episode fifty-Four of Zapped to the Past, we look at some of those games, including the homunculus Masters of the Universe, the eye wrecking Romulus and the somewhat lonely Cyborg and wonder what were the strange things they imported at the Wing Kong Exchange… Games covered in this episode: Zenji Masters of the Universe Big Trouble in Little China Romulus Kinetik Nemesis the Warlock Nether Earth Vampire Star Raiders II Cyborg Gods and Heroes Find us here: https://zappedtothepast.com/ Please visit the website of David Hearne Writer - our amazing show sponsor: https://www.davidhearnewriter.com/ If you would like to help us out and join our Patreon, find it here: https://www.patreon.com/zappedtothepast Other things mentioned in the Podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=du-xtQYBp0I https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3XoJKQxxsU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWPnYXldfY8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QN2RnjFHmNY https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Foster_and_Allen

In the month of May 1987 many games were released for the Commodore 64. In episode fifty-three of Zapped to the Past, we conclude our  look at some of those games, including the snappy Sun Star, the excruciating Elevator Action and the speedy Shockway Rider and wonder if the presence of demons and aliens should be in the buyer’s pack for new homeowners…? Games covered in this episode: Shockway Rider Cyber One Con-Quest Sun Star Aliens POD Elevator Action Terminator The Growing Pains of Adrian Mole LazerWheel Cholo Find us here: https://zappedtothepast.com/ Please visit the website of David Hearne Writer - our amazing show sponsor: https://www.davidhearnewriter.com/ If you would like to help us out and join our Patreon, find it here: https://www.patreon.com/zappedtothepast Other things mentioned in the Podcast: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_Kingdom_in_the_Eurovision_Song_Contest

In the month of May 1987 many games were released for the Commodore 64. In episode fifty-two of Zapped to the Past, we look at some of those games, including infiltrating Into the Eagle’s Nest, the ribbiting Ranarama, and the shoddy Shao-Lin’s Road and wonder if monorail based rescue simulation games are an all new killer genre? Games covered in this episode: Into the Eagles Nest Grange Hill The Equalizer Werner Nemesis Sailing SOS Armourdillo Shao-Lin’s Road Aftermath Ranarama Find us here: https://zappedtothepast.com/ Please visit the website of David Hearne Writer - our amazing show sponsor: https://www.davidhearnewriter.com/ If you would like to help us out and join our Patreon, find it here: https://www.patreon.com/zappedtothepast

In the month of April 1987 many games were released for the Commodore 64. In episode fifty-one of Zapped to the Past, we conclude our look at some of those games, including the dextrous Delta, the expansive Explorer, and the mystical Magic Madness and wonder why would NASA design a darts game in this day and age? Games covered in this episode: Aliens Delta Explorer Indoor Sports Prodigy Krakout Void Runner Magic Madness Express Raider HyperBowl Leaderboard (Executive Edition) Find us here: https://zappedtothepast.com/ Please visit the website of David Hearne Writer - our amazing show sponsor: https://www.davidhearnewriter.com/ If you would like to help us out and join our Patreon, find it here: https://www.patreon.com/zappedtothepast  

In the month of April 1987 many games were released for the Commodore 64. In episode fifty of Zapped to the Past, we look at some of those games, including the freaky Fifth Axis, the wild West Bank and the floaty Firetrack and wonder just what damage a bunny could do to a military death robot? Games covered in this episode: Gunship Short Circuit Zone Ranger Jail Break The Big Deal Fifth Axis Firetrack Transformers Thai Boxing Leviathan West Bank Arkanoid Find us here: https://zappedtothepast.com/ Please visit the website of David Hearne Writer - our amazing show sponsor: https://www.davidhearnewriter.com/ If you would like to help us out and join our Patreon, find it here: https://www.patreon.com/zappedtothepast

Dive into the chaotic world of 1987's Commodore 64 games, where 'Chameleon' and 'Blood 'n Guts' either entertain or frustrate. Discover the light-hearted critiques on titles like 'Footballer of the Year,' which falls short on authentic gameplay. Enjoy a whimsical exploration of the nostalgia tied to C64 music and the evolution of video game soundtracks. From disappointing experiences in 'Zub' to fond memories of 'Repton 3,' this discussion paints a vivid picture of retro gaming and the quest for innovation in a sea of mediocrity.

In the month of March 1987 many games were released for the Commodore 64. In episode forty-eight of Zapped to the Past, we continue our look at some of those games, including the abject Agent Orange, the lyrical Labyrinth and the dreadful Dandy and wonder if you met a vampire in real life, what would be the signs that gave it away? Games covered in this episode: Erebus Olli and Lissa Terror of the Deep Peter Shilton’s Handball Maradona Agent Orange  Nosferatu the Vampire Dandy Skate Rock Labyrinth Terra Cognita Find us here: https://zappedtothepast.com/ Please visit the website of David Hearne Writer - our amazing show sponsor: https://www.davidhearnewriter.com/ If you would like to help us out and join our Patreon, find it here: https://www.patreon.com/zappedtothepast

In the month of March 1987 many games were released for the Commodore 64. In episode forty-seven of Zapped to the Past, we look at some of those games, including the mesmerising Mutants, the rotational Raid 2000 and the fiery Falcon Patrol 2 and wonder how many toilets were ruined doing the research for Tracker… Games covered in this episode: Mutants Star Soldier Future Knight The Double  Tracker  Pneumatic Hammers Raid 2000 Tomahawk Falcon Patrol 2 Find us here: https://zappedtothepast.com/ Please visit the website of David Hearne Writer - our amazing show sponsor: https://www.davidhearnewriter.com/ If you would like to help us out and join our Patreon, find it here: https://www.patreon.com/zappedtothepast Additional links mentioned in the Podcast: Floy Joy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhT5vTN7mT0 FGTH final release: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Js_bi9Xz4wY Text for Terence Trent D’Arby speech: Sweetheart listen, I know the last few pages haven't been good for the both of us and I've caused you a lot of grief. But put those bags down, o.k.? Before you make a decision like that, please just listen to me 'Cos I don't want you to leave. I definitely don't want you to leave. Just hear me out. Speech Synthesis tools: https://www.naturalreaders.com/online/ or https://simulationcorner.net/index.php?page=sam The Genesis Effect: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=52XlyMbxxh8 Magnum Pan Pipes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3Hf7GuOmBM Slowed down Jolene: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMrfM711vXI Message from Mark King: Original: Zzz-tp. Beedop pl-me tum ta-to poom. Da-dun-q-tngggg. Do-di-naaaag mob-ib p-ing-smannng dor-de-meng. Ang, de-fang-me-ting-de-chibmmm. Translates:  ZTTP, please stop implying my thumbs are too powerful. They are just quite strong. Though this is the 9th mobile phone I’ve smashed for this message. Also, my favourite meal is chips.