In his latest “Best 10” countdown, Brian from UK Gaming Network (aka UKGN Zoidberg) takes viewers back to the ’90s with a nostalgic and personal ranking of Amiga FPS games. Focusing strictly on original-era titles played on his beloved Amiga 1200, Brian highlights ten first-person shooters that defined—or at least attempted to define—the genre on a platform never known for excelling at it.
An Honest, Nostalgic Countdown
This isn’t a list of modern ports or remasters. These are the games that Amiga owners experienced back in the day—some polished, others clunky, and a few nearly forgotten. Brian kicks things off with Testament II, a bland but playable shooter that’s quickly overshadowed by more ambitious titles. Fears comes in next, with awkward level design and a disorienting fisheye lens effect, while Genetic Species impresses with its technical polish but disappoints with repetitive gameplay.
From Flawed to Fantastic
As the list progresses, the quality improves. Alien Breed 3D II: The Killing Grounds and Breathless demonstrate what the Amiga could do when pushed to its limits—though both suffer from steep difficulty spikes and design quirks. Interestingly, Robocop 3 makes the cut due to its substantial 3D shooting segments and responsive mouse controls.
The top picks? Alien Breed 3D earns praise for its tight level design and smooth performance even on standard hardware. But the crown jewel is Gloom—a game that combines responsive action, scalable graphics, and satisfying gameplay into a package Brian says he played “more than any other.”
Why This Video Is Worth Your Time
Brian’s commentary is packed with humor, insight, and brutal honesty. He doesn’t shy away from the genre’s flaws on the Amiga, but his affection for these titles shines through. Whether you grew up with an A1200 or you’re just discovering these gems, this countdown is a compelling tribute to an often-overlooked chapter in gaming history.
