BastichB 64K takes viewers back to 1988 with a look at Supreme Challenge, a Commodore 64 compilation that bundled five very different titles. This Supreme Challenge compilation review covers what made the mix both intriguing and unusual for its time.
The collection includes Elite, Star Glider, The Sentinel, Ace 2, and Tetris. Starting with Elite, the video highlights how this space trading simulator by David Braben and Ian Bell set the standard for open-world space games. With its wireframe graphics and endless freedom, Elite remains a landmark title.
Star Glider follows with vector-based combat reminiscent of Atari’s Battlezone. While fun in short bursts, its simplicity holds it back from deeper replay value. The review then moves to The Sentinel, Jeff Crammond’s experimental strategy title. Loved by some and confusing for many, it remains one of the most original concepts of the 8-bit era.
Ace 2 strips down simulation for arcade-style dogfights. Single-player feels shallow, yet the two-player split-screen mode provides genuine excitement. The soundtrack, composed by Rob Hubbard, stands out as a highlight. Finally, Tetris arrives with its addictive block-dropping gameplay. The C64 version adds a strange but memorable sci-fi visual style and a long SID soundtrack that separates it from more familiar versions.
By the end, BastichB gives the Supreme Challenge compilation a positive overall score. None of the games are outright failures, though some clearly shine brighter than others. His breakdown shows why these collections were both a gateway for new players and a snapshot of the era’s diverse game design.
For fans of classic C64 gaming, this Supreme Challenge compilation review offers an engaging look at five titles that captured different corners of the 8-bit experience.
