Renegade Amiga Games: A Top 10 Breakdown
In a new video from UK Gaming Network, Brian (UKGN Zoidberg) ranks his top 10 Renegade Amiga games—and he’s not pulling any punches. Known for publishing some of the most memorable Amiga titles of the early ’90s, Renegade Software may not have flooded the market, but their releases were consistently sharp and memorable. This personal list doesn’t just highlight classics; it reevaluates them, critiques their quirks, and occasionally calls out the versions that missed the mark.
The video begins with Speedball 2—an undeniable classic, but Brian points out that Renegade’s CD32 version falls flat. Then there’s Chaos Engine 2, which tried too hard to be clever but ended up dividing fans with its Spy vs. Spy-inspired mechanics. Uridium 2 speeds in as a sequel that manages to outdo its predecessor, while Rough and Tumble proves Amiga shooters could hold their own against consoles—with just enough mayhem to make you curse in front of your gran.
As Brian counts down, you’ll hear frank opinions on Fire and Ice, Fly to the Amazon Queen, and the visually inventive Virocop. By the time he reaches the top three, we’re knee-deep in Bitmap Brothers brilliance: Gods, The Chaos Engine, and the undisputed number one pick—Sensible World of Soccer. Yes, gameplay still trumps realism, and this one’s got both charm and staying power.
Honest Opinions with Personality
The strength of this video isn’t just in the picks—it’s in the commentary. Brian brings humor, frustration, and some very specific joystick preferences. He’s not here to worship at the altar of retro; he’s here to judge it with affection and brutal honesty. Whether you agree or want to fight him in the comments, it’s hard not to enjoy the ride.
A Playlist of Hits—and Misses
What ties the Renegade Amiga games together is their ambition. From platformers and point-and-clicks to sports sims and arcade shooters, Renegade didn’t play it safe. They backed creative studios like Bitmap Brothers, Sensible Software, and Graph Gold—studios that delivered games with a unique personality and unmistakable style.
