In his latest video, Seb’s Place dives headfirst into the infamous ZZAP!64 89% Club—a bittersweet badge given to games that fell just short of ZZAP!64’s coveted Sizzler award. For many titles, an 89% review meant near-perfection… but no cigar. So, were these games truly robbed of recognition, or were the scores spot-on?
Seb unpacks the story behind this percentage purgatory with charm and insight, asking whether these often-overlooked classics deserve redemption. With decades of hindsight and a modern lens, he assembles a lineup of 25 contenders that once teetered on greatness. From arcade conversions like Arkanoid: Revenge of Doh and Ikari Warriors, to the narrative-heavy Murder on the Mississippi and the weirdly wonderful Danger! Adventurer at Work!, this retrospective hits all the right nostalgic notes.
As Seb playfully dishes out his own alternatives to ZZAP’s original verdicts, including the rare Seb’s Place Gold Medal, viewers are treated to gameplay clips, commentary, and that cheeky editorial flavor fans have come to expect. It’s not just about numbers—it’s about legacy, fun, and whether a single percentage point should deny a game its moment in the spotlight.
So, if you’re a fan of Commodore 64 classics, this ZZAP!64 89% Club roundup is a must-watch. It’s a clever and heartfelt tribute to those titles that nearly made it—now getting their well-earned second chance.
