A deep‑dive review of 'Don’t Buy This', the infamous ZX Spectrum compilation from Firebird that proudly showcased some of the worst games ever released for the Speccy. In this video, I play through all five titles and explore why this compilation became a cult classic for all the wrong reasons. Whether you’re a retro gaming fan, a ZX Spectrum collector, or just curious about the strangest releases in 8‑bit history, this review breaks down exactly what makes Don’t Buy This so uniquely terrible—and so fascinating. Featuring authentic Spectrum gameplay, historical context, and honest commentary from a lifelong Speccy enthusiast.
I also take a look at a 100cc karting simulation in the 11th entry in my Cascade Cassette 50 review.
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0:00 - 00:50 Intro
0:50 - 3:30 Packaging
3:30 - 4:10 Don't Buy This compilation overview
4:10 - 6:54 Race Ace review
6:54 - 8:54 Fido review
8:54 - 10:09 Weasel Willy review
10:09 - 12:15 Fido 2 review
12:15 - 14:00 Fruit Machine Review
14:00 - 15:18 Magazine reviews
15:18 - 17:04 Review scores
17:04 - 17:43 Resources
17:43 - 21:17 Cars (Cassette 50) review
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