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neopokekun
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Yes the C64 version is a straight Apple ][ port, doesn't even use any hardware sprites. Speaking of Karateka. Ariolasoft distributed the game in the UK and did a tape version of it, unfortunately they didn't do a good job taking out the in-game copy protections first which pretty much made the tape version impossible to complete.DavidDayton said:
if you wanna see the ending to your favorite game you could never finish on your own,
check this website out: http://www.c64-longplays.de.vu/
project firestart was my favorite (I finished it though
) hope somebody will make a remake sometime...
check this website out: http://www.c64-longplays.de.vu/
project firestart was my favorite (I finished it though
) hope somebody will make a remake sometime...neopokekun
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neopokekun
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And it had a nice intro tune by Rob Hubbard.JaY P. said:
I decided to add a Remakes and Other Versions section to the Games Post (which Ill put up later on today). If you know of any C64 remakes that should be mentioned let me know and Ill add it.
There was a fanmade Project Firestart remake, but it may not be what youre looking for. Its 1st person and in 3d, so it lacks the vivid art the C64 version had. Still, it may be worth checking out.
I also finally sat down and played the Amiga version of The Last Ninja and it made me feel very giddy throughout. Good music remixes, pleasant artstyle, and sticks very closely to the original design. Of course you will need an Amiga emulator for that so I recommend UAE or the Window's version, WinUAE. Check out The Last Ninja Remix Longplay Video to see and hear the Amiga version in action.
Click the title screens to get the games:
n-off said:if you wanna see the ending to your favorite game you could never finish on your own,
check this website out: http://www.c64-longplays.de.vu/
project firestart was my favorite (I finished it though
There was a fanmade Project Firestart remake, but it may not be what youre looking for. Its 1st person and in 3d, so it lacks the vivid art the C64 version had. Still, it may be worth checking out.
I also finally sat down and played the Amiga version of The Last Ninja and it made me feel very giddy throughout. Good music remixes, pleasant artstyle, and sticks very closely to the original design. Of course you will need an Amiga emulator for that so I recommend UAE or the Window's version, WinUAE. Check out The Last Ninja Remix Longplay Video to see and hear the Amiga version in action.
Click the title screens to get the games:
SpoonyBard
Banned
Ok, the game looked great and was good at the time... but holy crap did I hate these sections, requiring pixel perfect jumping.
SpoonyBard said:
Ok, the game looked great and was good at the time... but holy crap did I hate these sections, requiring pixel perfect jumping.
Yeah, when I was playing it last night I quickly remembered the countless lives I sunk into trying to cross that damn swamp, but there was a trick to getting across them. For example in the swamp you just hold up each time you jump and you should be able to make it ok. Of course the swamp was nothing compared to how you were supposed to get pass the 2nd stage's boss. That nearly broke me when I was a kid.
The era around TLN I have fond memories of. I was 15 and in UK at the time, June-Sept 87, TLN was just released and for about 4 weeks I went to every gamestore I could find, specialty stores, WH Smith, Boots etc back when they all sold games. Not one shop had the disc version, only tape. I wasnt giving up and then the last week I was there I found it in a quaint little store in Cardiff, Wales. I read those instructions from cover to cover many many times until I flew back home in Australasia. I couldnt get that C64 set up quick enough (I used to share the telly in the lounge back then). I eventually completed the game after a week or two with no help and was, for the time period, one of my greats accomplishments. Mates at school were all stumped and I ended up coming up with a brilliant idea.
I set up the C64 through the video then to the telly. I played the game and recorded the entire game from start to finish and used to lend the tape out to mates. Didnt get it back after the 3rd or 4th person borrowed it, but I didnt care. Screw YouTube, this was 'YouBorrow'.
Funny thing was, I lived in Papua New Guinea at that time and in New Guinea there were no copyright laws. Piracy was totally legal, even videoshops used to buy one original video and then duplicate it 10+ times and rent out the dupes. They got lost or damaged, you just paid for a blank tape. Games at school were shared like an STD. Someone always had the latest version of Fast Hack Em, cracked games etc etc. You give some guy on the school bus some blank discs, next day he'd give them back packed with the latest games.
Oh, and who remembers the discs? Single Sided, Single Density, DOuble Density, Double Sided. Always bought the single sided double density and just cut a little square out of the right hand side so we could use the other side. When I eventually sold my C64 in 1989 I had close to around 500 games, although I did have a lot of originals towards the end of my time with the machine because I started to appreciate the boxes, manuals and understood that these programmers put time and effort into their products. Havent been into piracy since.
I set up the C64 through the video then to the telly. I played the game and recorded the entire game from start to finish and used to lend the tape out to mates. Didnt get it back after the 3rd or 4th person borrowed it, but I didnt care. Screw YouTube, this was 'YouBorrow'.
Funny thing was, I lived in Papua New Guinea at that time and in New Guinea there were no copyright laws. Piracy was totally legal, even videoshops used to buy one original video and then duplicate it 10+ times and rent out the dupes. They got lost or damaged, you just paid for a blank tape. Games at school were shared like an STD. Someone always had the latest version of Fast Hack Em, cracked games etc etc. You give some guy on the school bus some blank discs, next day he'd give them back packed with the latest games.
Oh, and who remembers the discs? Single Sided, Single Density, DOuble Density, Double Sided. Always bought the single sided double density and just cut a little square out of the right hand side so we could use the other side. When I eventually sold my C64 in 1989 I had close to around 500 games, although I did have a lot of originals towards the end of my time with the machine because I started to appreciate the boxes, manuals and understood that these programmers put time and effort into their products. Havent been into piracy since.
Gen X said:
That's awesome. I too finished the game with no help. The part where you had to touch the stain on the ground for ninja magic and pass the statue with the bow and arrow had me stumped for a very long time. A lot of people talk about being stumped on the dragon on the first stage.. That's nothing compared to the last level puzzle... Jesus.
Yeah, that was the toughest part for me, the dragon on the 1st level, but it taught me that its trial and error with items at hand (or you havent found the item yet). Ive always loved this particular genre, I just get sick of generic puzzles 'do you want to put the square handle in the square hole'? type thing. Plus it feels like games are getting easier now compared to back then, granted, we need game saves though in this day and age for the bigger games, but it seems like most games everything is handed to you.
Still, when you think of what games cost 20yrs ago and what they are today we get pretty good value for money given the time that goes into them.
Still, when you think of what games cost 20yrs ago and what they are today we get pretty good value for money given the time that goes into them.
NOTE: Due to the sheer amount of information provided in the 2nd Post it actually caused it to implode. So to continue on with the updates I had to cut the post in half. All the game reccommendations are in here and everything else can still be found in the 2nd Post.
(Retro filtered glasses required)
Updated: Jan. 24, 2008
Web Browser C64 Games
Note: Alot of these are buggy and have weird glitches and framerate problems. For the actual games look below.
Direct Download Games
All the games listed here come highly recommended by the posters of this thread. Like any other system there is a lot of filth. The games below were handpicked for those curious on what might be worth looking at. These games are now considered abandonware but if there are any problems with whats on the list let me know.
You can find more C64 games at C64.com.
To play these you will need this emulator:
The CCS64
Scroll down to get the file
You can find a bunch of game manuals at this site:
Project 64's Game Manuals
Click the covers to download the games
-Sweat inducing opening level
-Six gameplay types
-Very good use of music and sound effects
-Sticks closely to the storyline
-Fun party/drinking game if you can get the multiplaye going
-Lots of different gameplay types including firemaking and mate tossing
-Play as an all American hero or as the cold blooded Cobra
-One on one battles that also includes tank and jet battles
-AKA - Clyde Radcliffe Exterminates All The Unfriendly Repulsive Earth
-A platformer that was highly recommended by several posters of this thread
-More information, articles, and reviews can be found HERE
-Considered by many to be the pinnacle of C64 games
-Amazing soundtrack by Ben Daglish and Anthony Lees
-Look HERE for a ton of info on The Last Nnja series
-Game map HERE
-HERE'S an ad for the game
-Remix of Central Parks' theme HERE
-Longplay video HERE
-A tribute CD for the game's music can be found HERE
-Zzap!64 review HERE
-The final (?) chapter in the epic Last Ninja triology
-An elaborate text/graphic adventure based off the book/movie
-"THE GREATEST C64 GAME OF ALL TIME" -says Gazunta
-Voted best game of the 80's by Zzap! 64
-Remake can be found here
-Learn how to play HERE
-"THE" C64 RPG
-Creepy death animation
-More information HERE
-Mixes platforming with SHMUP elements
-Was later remade into Super Cauldron (which was done by *groan* Titus)
-You can grab Super Cauldron HERE
-More info and information on how to play HERE
-Play as a bouncy pumpkin
-Metroidvanian in style
-Download the theme remix here!
-Instructions
-A strategy/action game where you battle against droids
-More information on this game here
-Game based on the comics rather than the shows/films
-Action/adventure game with a stylish comicbook layout
-An EA game that has imagination and creativity? What strange times were these?
-Build a monster, give it weapons, beat the crap out of other monsters, buy better weapons!
-Choose Intermediate/Tournament settings to play the full game
-Black Spy versus White Spy in a duel to the death
-Was followed by two other sequels
-Seems to be the most owned game in this thread
-Battle monsters with bow and arrow combat!
-Blocky artstyle plus creepy music=spooky old school atmosphere
-Realtime environment that has day and night changes
-Remake can be found here
-More information here
-Created by Andrew Braybrook of Paradroud fame
-Was later remade and retitled for the NES as wait for it The Last Starfighter
-Zzap!64 review
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-Action/adventure game in the Gauntlet vein
-Defeat enemies with fire, water, and shocking electricity powers!
-Summon golems to do your bidding!
-AKA- Druid 3
-Also available in a graphically enhanced version for the Amiga
-Zzap!64 review HERE
-One of the earliest survival horror games
-Good artstyle and great graphics for the C64
-Multple game paths and endings
-Need help playing the game, look HERE for controls and hints
-This strategy game is also known as The Sentry
-10,000 stages!
-Experience mindblowing full 3d graphics that only the power of the C64 can provide!
-More information HERE
-Action/shooter similar to Mega Man but with a bouncy ball
-Dont forget you can jump on enemies
-From System 3, the developers of The Last Ninja
-Was remade into Conan for the NES
-Action/adventure with breathtaking graphics and animation!
-Zzap!64 review HERE
-One on one fighting! Like Street Fighter but without the sparkle!
-More information HERE
-One of the early, preLucasArts' games
-Took advantage of fractal technology which leads to some impressive 3d effects
-Check out the video HERE
-More information HERE
-From the creators of Star Control
-Like chess but with dragons, goblins, shapeshifters and unicorns!
-Cast spells like shifting time and summoning elements
-Lots of information HERE
-Information on the game's mechanics HERE
-Another EA game on the list?! Ah the times before Madden consumed the companys soul.
-Build Ulitma type games!
-Read Zzaps!64s review HERE
-More information HERE
-Learn how to make your own games, and download other peoples creations HERE
-Created by Jeff Minter of Space Giraffe and Tempest 2000 fame
-Stop the evil camels from destroying the world!!!
-Sequels have you switching sides, forcing you to become the evil
-You can download more of LlamaSofts games at their website HERE
-Hmm this game looks familiar. Oh thats right! Its a ripoff of Dr. Chaos!
-Has gained a huge cult status over the years
-Read Zzap!64s review HERE
-Check out the speedrun video HERE
-More information HERE
-Journey into the Dark Castle to defeat the dastardly Black Knight
-An adventure/platformer with arm aiming combat
-A second game was released called Beyond the Dark Castle
-The third game is to be released this year! Click HERE for more information
-An action/rpg that is considered to be one of the precursors to Diablo
-Followed by the sequel, The Gemstone Healer
-Checkout the creators WEBSITE for more information on the series and to download the early Apple II versions
-A SHMUP with some pretty damn good pixel art for the C64
-Check out a video of it HERE
-A remake came out in 2007! View the trailer HERE
-You can grab the remake HERE
-Think Way of the Exploding Fist with Prince of Persias cinematic presentation
-What a coincidence! It was done by Jordan Mechner!
-Mechners first hit game
-Has sound cues which were later used in Prince of Persia
-More information and strategy guide HERE
-A text adventure game based on the furry footed, weed smoking hippie
-Had a pretty advance parser for its time. Capable of understanding Inglish.
-Its also a real time text game. Events continue on even when you leave the keyboard.
-There's an older version of the game which you can get HERE
-More information HERE
-The first videogame made by Will Wright!
-Realistic hellcraft controls!!
-360° scrolling screen!!!
-5 increasing levels of challenge!!!!!
-A highly acclaimed shooter that mixes SHMUP and adventure game elements
-Fluid controls and good use of art to overcome graphical limitations
-Was ported to the NES
-Zzap!64 review HERE
-Another hard as steel Cybernoid game!
-Play on the VICE emulator for better controls
-Check out the game map HERE
-Advertisement HERE
-Watch the Commodore 64 orchestra perform their version of the Cybernoid II music HERE
-Watch someone actually complete the damn thing HERE
-Grab the fan remake HERE
-ZZAP! 64s review HERE
-Zzap! 64s review HERE
-Second LucasArts game to use the SCUMM engine.
-Numerous injokes to Maniac Mansion
-Read the Zzzap!64 review HERE
-Checkout the video for FM Townss 256 version HERE
-There was a fanmade sequel which you can download HERE
-More information HERE
The Turrican Series
-Another visitor! Stay awhile...staaay FOOOREVER!
-Instructions HERE
-Notable for its early use of digitized speech
-HERES a map of the game
-Recently remade by System 3 for DS, PSP and Wii
-Longplay video HERE
-More information HERE
-Play as one of the worlds greatest badasses!
-Considered to be one of the first games to combine the platform/collection and beat 'em 'up genres
-Check out the game map HERE
-HERES an ad for the game
-Longplay video HERE
-Zzap! 64s review HERE
-Only seems to work on VICE
-LucasArt's first adventure game!
-Sadly you don't play as Jennifer Connelly
-Douglas Adams helped work on it
-Begins as a text based game and then turns into a lavish adventure game
-Read Zzap!64's review HERE
(Retro filtered glasses required)
Updated: Jan. 24, 2008
Web Browser C64 Games
Note: Alot of these are buggy and have weird glitches and framerate problems. For the actual games look below.
Direct Download Games
All the games listed here come highly recommended by the posters of this thread. Like any other system there is a lot of filth. The games below were handpicked for those curious on what might be worth looking at. These games are now considered abandonware but if there are any problems with whats on the list let me know.
You can find more C64 games at C64.com.
To play these you will need this emulator:
The CCS64
Scroll down to get the file
You can find a bunch of game manuals at this site:
Project 64's Game Manuals
Click the covers to download the games
-Sweat inducing opening level
-Six gameplay types
-Very good use of music and sound effects
-Sticks closely to the storyline
-Fun party/drinking game if you can get the multiplaye going
-Lots of different gameplay types including firemaking and mate tossing
-Play as an all American hero or as the cold blooded Cobra
-One on one battles that also includes tank and jet battles
-AKA - Clyde Radcliffe Exterminates All The Unfriendly Repulsive Earth
-A platformer that was highly recommended by several posters of this thread
-More information, articles, and reviews can be found HERE
-Considered by many to be the pinnacle of C64 games
-Amazing soundtrack by Ben Daglish and Anthony Lees
-Look HERE for a ton of info on The Last Nnja series
-Game map HERE
-HERE'S an ad for the game
-Remix of Central Parks' theme HERE
-Longplay video HERE
-A tribute CD for the game's music can be found HERE
-Zzap!64 review HERE
-The final (?) chapter in the epic Last Ninja triology
-An elaborate text/graphic adventure based off the book/movie
-"THE GREATEST C64 GAME OF ALL TIME" -says Gazunta
-Voted best game of the 80's by Zzap! 64
-Remake can be found here
-Learn how to play HERE
-"THE" C64 RPG
-Creepy death animation
-More information HERE
-Mixes platforming with SHMUP elements
-Was later remade into Super Cauldron (which was done by *groan* Titus)
-You can grab Super Cauldron HERE
-More info and information on how to play HERE
-Play as a bouncy pumpkin
-Metroidvanian in style
-Download the theme remix here!
-Instructions
-A strategy/action game where you battle against droids
-More information on this game here
-Game based on the comics rather than the shows/films
-Action/adventure game with a stylish comicbook layout
-An EA game that has imagination and creativity? What strange times were these?
-Build a monster, give it weapons, beat the crap out of other monsters, buy better weapons!
-Choose Intermediate/Tournament settings to play the full game
-Black Spy versus White Spy in a duel to the death
-Was followed by two other sequels
-Seems to be the most owned game in this thread
-Battle monsters with bow and arrow combat!
-Blocky artstyle plus creepy music=spooky old school atmosphere
-Realtime environment that has day and night changes
-Remake can be found here
-More information here
-Created by Andrew Braybrook of Paradroud fame
-Was later remade and retitled for the NES as wait for it The Last Starfighter
-Zzap!64 review
94/100
[
-Action/adventure game in the Gauntlet vein
-Defeat enemies with fire, water, and shocking electricity powers!
-Summon golems to do your bidding!
-AKA- Druid 3
-Also available in a graphically enhanced version for the Amiga
-Zzap!64 review HERE
-One of the earliest survival horror games
-Good artstyle and great graphics for the C64
-Multple game paths and endings
-Need help playing the game, look HERE for controls and hints
-This strategy game is also known as The Sentry
-10,000 stages!
-Experience mindblowing full 3d graphics that only the power of the C64 can provide!
-More information HERE
-Action/shooter similar to Mega Man but with a bouncy ball
-Dont forget you can jump on enemies
-From System 3, the developers of The Last Ninja
-Was remade into Conan for the NES
-Action/adventure with breathtaking graphics and animation!
-Zzap!64 review HERE
-One on one fighting! Like Street Fighter but without the sparkle!
-More information HERE
-One of the early, preLucasArts' games
-Took advantage of fractal technology which leads to some impressive 3d effects
-Check out the video HERE
-More information HERE
-From the creators of Star Control
-Like chess but with dragons, goblins, shapeshifters and unicorns!
-Cast spells like shifting time and summoning elements
-Lots of information HERE
-Information on the game's mechanics HERE
-Another EA game on the list?! Ah the times before Madden consumed the companys soul.
-Build Ulitma type games!
-Read Zzaps!64s review HERE
-More information HERE
-Learn how to make your own games, and download other peoples creations HERE
-Created by Jeff Minter of Space Giraffe and Tempest 2000 fame
-Stop the evil camels from destroying the world!!!
-Sequels have you switching sides, forcing you to become the evil
-You can download more of LlamaSofts games at their website HERE
-Hmm this game looks familiar. Oh thats right! Its a ripoff of Dr. Chaos!
-Has gained a huge cult status over the years
-Read Zzap!64s review HERE
96% !!!
-More information HERE
-Journey into the Dark Castle to defeat the dastardly Black Knight
-An adventure/platformer with arm aiming combat
-A second game was released called Beyond the Dark Castle
-The third game is to be released this year! Click HERE for more information
-An action/rpg that is considered to be one of the precursors to Diablo
-Followed by the sequel, The Gemstone Healer
-Checkout the creators WEBSITE for more information on the series and to download the early Apple II versions
-A SHMUP with some pretty damn good pixel art for the C64
-Check out a video of it HERE
-A remake came out in 2007! View the trailer HERE
-You can grab the remake HERE
-Think Way of the Exploding Fist with Prince of Persias cinematic presentation
-What a coincidence! It was done by Jordan Mechner!
-Mechners first hit game
-Has sound cues which were later used in Prince of Persia
-More information and strategy guide HERE
-A text adventure game based on the furry footed, weed smoking hippie
-Had a pretty advance parser for its time. Capable of understanding Inglish.
-Its also a real time text game. Events continue on even when you leave the keyboard.
-There's an older version of the game which you can get HERE
-More information HERE
-The first videogame made by Will Wright!
-Realistic hellcraft controls!!
-360° scrolling screen!!!
-5 increasing levels of challenge!!!!!
-A highly acclaimed shooter that mixes SHMUP and adventure game elements
-Fluid controls and good use of art to overcome graphical limitations
-Was ported to the NES
-Zzap!64 review HERE
-Another hard as steel Cybernoid game!
-Play on the VICE emulator for better controls
-Check out the game map HERE
-Advertisement HERE
-Watch the Commodore 64 orchestra perform their version of the Cybernoid II music HERE
-Watch someone actually complete the damn thing HERE
-Grab the fan remake HERE
-ZZAP! 64s review HERE
-Zzap! 64s review HERE
-Second LucasArts game to use the SCUMM engine.
-Numerous injokes to Maniac Mansion
-Read the Zzzap!64 review HERE
-Checkout the video for FM Townss 256 version HERE
-There was a fanmade sequel which you can download HERE
-More information HERE
The Turrican Series
-Another visitor! Stay awhile...staaay FOOOREVER!
-Instructions HERE
-Notable for its early use of digitized speech
-HERES a map of the game
-Recently remade by System 3 for DS, PSP and Wii
-Longplay video HERE
-More information HERE
-Play as one of the worlds greatest badasses!
-Considered to be one of the first games to combine the platform/collection and beat 'em 'up genres
-Check out the game map HERE
-HERES an ad for the game
-Longplay video HERE
-Zzap! 64s review HERE
-Only seems to work on VICE
-LucasArt's first adventure game!
-Sadly you don't play as Jennifer Connelly
-Douglas Adams helped work on it
-Begins as a text based game and then turns into a lavish adventure game
-Read Zzap!64's review HERE
This thread brings back good memories (Bard's Tale 3 on the C64, MM2/Wiz6 on the mac), and very bad memories (dying literally an inch or two from the ship on the surface in Zillion on the SMS. piece of shit game jewrkjwrelkjfdshkalf)
Unfortunately, while I have Wiz6 on the PC (in like... 3 different archives), I no longer own my mac version (I actually bought that and the guide when it came out in... 91?)
Finding the mac version of Wiz6 online is bloody *impossible*. I can't find it to buy, as abandonware, or anything else. The pc version is easy to find, but that's pretty useless, I have the pc versions from the wizardry archives, and wiz gold, etc, but not the elusive mac version. Bah!
I don't really have a ton of fond gaming memories on the C64 though, around the time I was messing with it, I had access to ridiculously good macs, and they were almost absurdly better than the Apple, PC or C64 games I could play. I am sad I missed out on the Amiga's lifespan though, that system had some amazing games.
Unfortunately, while I have Wiz6 on the PC (in like... 3 different archives), I no longer own my mac version (I actually bought that and the guide when it came out in... 91?)
Finding the mac version of Wiz6 online is bloody *impossible*. I can't find it to buy, as abandonware, or anything else. The pc version is easy to find, but that's pretty useless, I have the pc versions from the wizardry archives, and wiz gold, etc, but not the elusive mac version. Bah!
I don't really have a ton of fond gaming memories on the C64 though, around the time I was messing with it, I had access to ridiculously good macs, and they were almost absurdly better than the Apple, PC or C64 games I could play. I am sad I missed out on the Amiga's lifespan though, that system had some amazing games.
neat thread... I never even noticed it before though!
in the late 80s and early 90s (I'm showing my age - I can't remember when I was in grade school!) at my primary school we had about 20 C64s in the "computer lab". We had computer class every other week - but what we'd do (after the ridiculous haunted house math game we were obliged to play) is get in a corner and play California games and Winter games and a couple of football (soccer) games.
Did anyone else use Logo?
I think the most advanced thing I learned to do was make coloured blocks - but it was still fun
in the late 80s and early 90s (I'm showing my age - I can't remember when I was in grade school!) at my primary school we had about 20 C64s in the "computer lab". We had computer class every other week - but what we'd do (after the ridiculous haunted house math game we were obliged to play) is get in a corner and play California games and Winter games and a couple of football (soccer) games.
Did anyone else use Logo?
I think the most advanced thing I learned to do was make coloured blocks - but it was still fun
Spectral Glider
Member
Didn't notice how many times it was mentioned before, but this game was the reason I wanted a disk drive so bad:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skyfox
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skyfox
Man, I even remember writing an essay on it, and it printed out in all caps. :lol I ended up rewriting it on a typewriter.
Some of my favourite games were Artillery Duel, Archon, Mario... man I can't even remember most of the names. There was this text-based RPG that was really awesome. Oh, and I hated Maniac Mansion because it spooked me out (hamster in the microwave!?).
Some of my favourite games were Artillery Duel, Archon, Mario... man I can't even remember most of the names. There was this text-based RPG that was really awesome. Oh, and I hated Maniac Mansion because it spooked me out (hamster in the microwave!?).
If you end up making it let me know and I'll link to it from here. I never owned a Spectrum but have seen a lot of interesting games for it. Go for it, I would love to see what comes from it.nofi said:
Playing the game again was a little awkward at first, mostly due to how the turning was handled. If you are facing right you can only turn upright and downright but can't directly turn around. A little strange but workable. Once I got used to it the controls didn't bother me as much. The rock jumping segments are very tricky at first, but like everything else in the game it's a puzzle. Once you know the button combinations you can get past it with no problem.dock UK said:
Anyhow, here are todays game suggestions. First is the final sequel to Druid called Warlock the Avenger (not to be confused with Warlock Armageddon starring Julian Sands). It basically has the same structure as the first game but with more polish and smoother controls. The other game is Cybernoid, a futuristic shooter that holds up better than most C64 games in both controls and graphics. And last is Zak McKracken, the second adventure game from LucasArts.
-AKA- Druid 3
-Also available in a graphically enhanced version for the Amiga
-Zzap!64 review HERE
-A highly acclaimed shooter that mixes SHMUP and adventure game elements
-Fluid controls and good use of art to overcome graphical limitations
-Was ported to the NES
-Zzap!64 review HERE
-Second LucasArts game to use the SCUMM engine.
-Numerous injokes to Maniac Mansion
-Read the Zzzap!64 review HERE
-Checkout the video for FM Townss 256 version HERE
-There was a fanmade sequel which you can download HERE
-More information HERE
Welcome to Turrican!
Today's update will focus on the Turrican games. Inspired by A Black Falcon's tribute thread I decided make this post solely devoted to one of the best C64 action series out there. Word of warning, out of all the games tested in this post the only one I can't seem to get working is the first C64 game. If you can find a way to get it going, let me know.
Also in some unrelated news, Cybernoid is hard as hell! Dear god has anyone here finished this thing?
The Orignal C64 Games
Map of Turrican
-The original C64 badass action game
-Wanna see the inspiration for the game's title screen
-The Amiga versions were done by Factor 5
-Read Zzap!64's review HERE
-An ad for the game HERE
-HERE'S a really good Turrican fansite loaded with information
-More polish than the first and has 3 SHMUP levels!
-Remade into Universal Soldier for the Genesis and Game Boy
-Read the Zzap!64's review HERE
-Click HERE for the Turrican II poster
-The unofficial sequel which was finished in 2004
-HERE'S a manly wallpaper for Turrican III
The Amiga Versions
(requires UAE or WinUAE to work)
Turrican
Turrican II
Turrican III
Fan Remakes, Semi Sequels, and Clones
NOTE: For a good list of fan sequels and clones go HERE
Hurrican
(Website, Trailer, Game)
T4 Funeral
(Website, Game)
T2002
(Website, Game)
NOTE: Game link also contains a level editor
Unfinished Versions
T4e (the unfinished, unofficial sequel)
Website, no game
Turrican 3D (the official, unrereleased game for PC)
-More pics and information can be found HERE
Today's update will focus on the Turrican games. Inspired by A Black Falcon's tribute thread I decided make this post solely devoted to one of the best C64 action series out there. Word of warning, out of all the games tested in this post the only one I can't seem to get working is the first C64 game. If you can find a way to get it going, let me know.
Also in some unrelated news, Cybernoid is hard as hell! Dear god has anyone here finished this thing?
The Orignal C64 Games
Map of Turrican
-The original C64 badass action game
-Wanna see the inspiration for the game's title screen
-The Amiga versions were done by Factor 5
-Read Zzap!64's review HERE
-An ad for the game HERE
-HERE'S a really good Turrican fansite loaded with information
-More polish than the first and has 3 SHMUP levels!
-Remade into Universal Soldier for the Genesis and Game Boy
-Read the Zzap!64's review HERE
-Click HERE for the Turrican II poster
-The unofficial sequel which was finished in 2004
-HERE'S a manly wallpaper for Turrican III
The Amiga Versions
(requires UAE or WinUAE to work)
Turrican
Turrican II
Turrican III
Fan Remakes, Semi Sequels, and Clones
NOTE: For a good list of fan sequels and clones go HERE
Hurrican
(Website, Trailer, Game)
T4 Funeral
(Website, Game)
T2002
(Website, Game)
NOTE: Game link also contains a level editor
Unfinished Versions
T4e (the unfinished, unofficial sequel)
Website, no game
Turrican 3D (the official, unrereleased game for PC)
-More pics and information can be found HERE
Diablohead
Member
Shit, if there was one game I wish I knew about when my c64 was working, it would have been Turrican
The original Turrican games on the machine they were originaly developed on, the C64, are the best of the entire series. Turrican 2 being still in my top 10 games of all time. Manfred Trenz is an absolute genius, I can't believe he made the entire NES game himself. The credits are hilarious because it's all one guy! You don't see that anymore these days.
I did....Enk said:
On the NES version with a Game Genie.
Infinite lives and ammo FTW. Genocide, baby!
Also, there was one place in the game where a single map tile didn't line up with the map next to it, (i.e. there was a tile in a place it shouldn't be.) so if you entered the second screen from a certain point, you would get stuck in the wall. I played that game so much back then I eventually memorized where that place was and avoided it from then on. Still, I enjoyed the game immensely.
Jasoco said:
Tsk tsk tsk... where's the fun in that. Adding infinite lives and ammo just turns it into a tech demo than an actual game. Regardless the game is balls out hard. I could barely make it through the first level. I'll give it another shot after I play through the Turricans.
Which, by the way, I really like Turrican II. I was only familiar with the SNES versions but was aware of the older ones. Since I was off of work yesterday I decided to make it a Turrican Day. While the first game has its problems, the second one is pretty addicting once you understand how to play it. It's like the bastard child of Contra and Metroid only this one is exceedingly more difficult than those two. I can see why people like it so much.
Also Hurrican and T2002 are really good updates. T2002 is essentially a remake of Turrican II but with new areas and bosses. Hurrican, however, is amazingly fun. It takes a lot of ideas from each game and creates its own identity with it. That one is well worth checking out. T4 Funeral, despite its nice artstyle, is buggy and needs some serious polish. I see a good game in it, but with the unavoidable deaths and a stupidly annoying boss the game is practically broken.
Much love for the C64!
For many our first touch with home computers and along with Amiga a golden era of amazing game music and sadly the best years for crazy game ads and stunning boxart. Now on to my list, some of these have been mentioned already but you all need to play every single game on this list!
My Top 5:
Boulder Dash
It still "ROCKS" + the millions of user created levels will keep you busy..
Great Giana Sisters
Hands down one of the best platformers ever.
Bruce Lee
So simple yet so good.
Impossible Mission
Respect to those who finished it without cheating.
Last Ninja
Way too hard but the music is incredible!
Other goldies
Battle Ships
Simple but addictive game, the presentation is top notch.
Blinky's Scary School
Great gfx but way too short..
Bomb Jack II
A forgotten gem.
H.E.R.O.
Classic!
Krakout
Tons more fun than Arkanoid! (also check the fanmade versions)
Laser Squad
Made by Julian Gollop, need I say more?
Leaderboard
Awesome golf sim.
Monty on The Run
Fun/infuriating platformer..
Motor Massacre
Totally awesome, needs a sequel/update.
Super Cycle
One of the best c64 racers.
Good ports: (atleast back in the day..)
Buggy Boy
Just so good..
Gauntlet 1 + 2
The multiplayer makes it.
Ghost'n Goblins
The music just rocks
Spy vs Spy 1-3
After playing it, if you don't end up beating your friend you're not playing it right.
PS. We need a fucking Amiga thread asap!
For many our first touch with home computers and along with Amiga a golden era of amazing game music and sadly the best years for crazy game ads and stunning boxart. Now on to my list, some of these have been mentioned already but you all need to play every single game on this list!
My Top 5:
Boulder Dash
It still "ROCKS" + the millions of user created levels will keep you busy..
Great Giana Sisters
Hands down one of the best platformers ever.
Bruce Lee
So simple yet so good.
Impossible Mission
Respect to those who finished it without cheating.
Last Ninja
Way too hard but the music is incredible!
Other goldies
Battle Ships
Simple but addictive game, the presentation is top notch.
Blinky's Scary School
Great gfx but way too short..
Bomb Jack II
A forgotten gem.
H.E.R.O.
Classic!
Krakout
Tons more fun than Arkanoid! (also check the fanmade versions)
Laser Squad
Made by Julian Gollop, need I say more?
Leaderboard
Awesome golf sim.
Monty on The Run
Fun/infuriating platformer..
Motor Massacre
Totally awesome, needs a sequel/update.
Super Cycle
One of the best c64 racers.
Good ports: (atleast back in the day..)
Buggy Boy
Just so good..
Gauntlet 1 + 2
The multiplayer makes it.
Ghost'n Goblins
The music just rocks
Spy vs Spy 1-3
After playing it, if you don't end up beating your friend you're not playing it right.
PS. We need a fucking Amiga thread asap!
SpoonyBard
Banned
jammer said:PS. We need a fucking Amiga thread asap!
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=140252
Enk said:
Yep, simply an amazing game and has only been beaten in the genre by Super Metroid in my opinion, and only just. Wait until you get to the shoot em up sections, they, at the time, were the best shoot em up sections I had ever seen and completely blew me away. I won't spoil what happens, but when the bosses enter, the music starts, and the music accompanies the twin gattling guns a pixel away from your face... Just incredible.
The boss before the shoot em sections.
Hi.
Watch those huge lasers.
The last boss on the verticle shoot em up section.
Ending. So awesome.
jammer said:Much love for the C64!
My Top 5:
Boulder Dash
It still "ROCKS" + the millions of user created levels will keep you busy..
You know I never liked Boulder Dash all that much, but I used to enjoy watching my parents play. They loved it. What I did really like though was Boulder Dash Construction Kit. I spent hours and hours designing the coolest levels for my parents to play through. Some of them I swear were genius. Unfortunately I kept making them too hard for my parents and so instead would make my friends play through them. Great times.
Another game that I didn't really like to play myself, but loved watching my parents play. Was the Mirrorsoft version of Tetris.
The reason was that it had one of the best pieces of music ever to accompany a game, still to this day. It's an amazing electronic piece that goes for around 25 minutes without looping. I'd just sit there and zone out while my parents swore at blocks on the screen. You might be able to listen to the music here on lemon64, but I can't test it at the moment because my java has crashed.
Also, I'm not sure if you guys are aware. But the Play! symphony that toured the world recently (last year) played The Last Ninja level 1 music in Stockholm. Unfortunately for me, they didn't have it on the play list when they came to Sydney. I still enjoyed Akira Yamaoka playing Silent Hill though, so it wasn't all so bad. Here's a clip of Last Ninja at Play! Stockholm. I'm so fucking jealous:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=fMohVU1PrZU
http://youtube.com/watch?v=fMohVU1PrZU
Mar_ said:
You just did.
I'll still push to finish it through to the end. One thing I like about the huge levels is that the further and further you get into it, the more tense and into the moment you become. It really gives you a sense of progression especially when you reach a boss only find out there's much more to the stage past it.
I did end up playing Turrican III. Even though it looked great, they did turn it into a straight foward shooter. Not a bad game, just very different. I think my biggest gripe is that the first two stages are stuck in metal corridors instead of an alien world. I do look foward to playing it through once I get done with the second game.
Mar_ said:
That's just too awesome. Never thought I'd see the day where The Last Ninja theme would be orchestrasted. I need a CD of that stat!
SpoonyBard
Banned
ChryZ said:
Paradroid 90 (ST/Amiga) looks better than that crap.
http://www.mobygames.com/game/paradroid-90/screenshots
When I first got my C64c it came in a "Powerplay" bundle that came with a NES style pad without start and select and a 3 in 1 cart that contained Rick Dangerous, Microprose Soccer and Stuntcar Racer. I used to play nothing but those three games for months until I got the tape deck and a few, ahem hundreds of games. The great thing about game publishers back then was the price of games, a Taito or Ocean 12 pack cost under $10 and single games were under a $2.
neopokekun
Member
Speaking of Paradroid, here is the development blog of Paradroid Redux. The idea is to take the original, optimize the code, fix all bugs and carefully implement some new ideas (and some of the features from Paradroid 90). Some added features will be different ship layouts, smarter doirds (that tries to flee and recharge if needed), game statistics, raiders and maybe enviromental damage, here is a list of some of the fixes. The game is still in beta.
Don't get me going on Paradroid 90! The brilliance of the original Paradroid was the simple yet timeless design. It was like a remote terminal gui, all symbolized and actually quite visionary. To replace the droid icons with actual robots = massive fail. Just my 2 cents.SpoonyBard said:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Arz2zG4Kl-Q <---- One of the best C64 game soundtracks, Midnight Resistance! Check out the boss music at 1:03. Fantastic!
Rocked said:
Beisdes stating the obvious (eg. The Last Ninja) some of my favorite SID music were:
Aliens: The Computer Game
-So atmospheric and creepy. The music which plays during the opening stage really helped build the tension.
Temple of Apshai
-The opening theme was legendary for me when I was a kid. The music that played when the monsters attacked the player creeped the hell out of me.
Mail Order Monsters
-This, Apshai and The Last Ninja, no matter how many years have passed by I can still hum the tunes.
Batman: The Caped Crusader
-Another fantastic use of SID music to create a moody atmosphere
Also I found this while doing some searches for the music. Nothing spetacular but it's been awhile since I've seen some C64 packaging, especially that of Temple of Apshai. Seeing that floppy brought back some nice memories.
HERE'S the video.
Alright, another group of suggestions. First is Impossible Mission, probably one of the most well known games for the C64 next to The Last Ninja. Next is the sequel to Cybernoid for the masochists out there. The controls on this one is buggy in CCS64, so you might want to try it out on VICE. Last is Bruce Lee...which is a game about Bruce Lee.
Due to time restraints I'm going to cut back on the game suggestions to about once a week. This will give me more time to polish up other sections of the thread and focus my attention on other things from the C64 era.
ENJOY!
-Another visitor! Stay awhile...staaay FOOOREVER!
-Instructions HERE
-Notable for its early use of digitized speech
-HERES a map of the game
-Recently remade by System 3 for DS, PSP and Wii
-Longplay video HERE
-More information HERE
-Another hard as steel Cybernoid game!
-Play on the VICE emulator for better controls
-Check out the game map HERE
-Advertisement HERE
-Watch the Commodore 64 orchestra perform their version of the Cybernoid II music HERE
-Watch someone actually complete the damn thing HERE
-Grab the fan remake HERE
-ZZAP! 64s review HERE
-Zzap! 64s review HERE
-Play as one of the worlds greatest badasses!
-Considered to be one of the first games to combine the platform/collection and beat 'em 'up genres
-Check out the game map HERE
-HERES an ad for the game
-Longplay video HERE
-Zzap! 64s review HERE
Due to time restraints I'm going to cut back on the game suggestions to about once a week. This will give me more time to polish up other sections of the thread and focus my attention on other things from the C64 era.
ENJOY!
-Another visitor! Stay awhile...staaay FOOOREVER!
-Instructions HERE
-Notable for its early use of digitized speech
-HERES a map of the game
-Recently remade by System 3 for DS, PSP and Wii
-Longplay video HERE
-More information HERE
-Another hard as steel Cybernoid game!
-Play on the VICE emulator for better controls
-Check out the game map HERE
-Advertisement HERE
-Watch the Commodore 64 orchestra perform their version of the Cybernoid II music HERE
-Watch someone actually complete the damn thing HERE
-Grab the fan remake HERE
-ZZAP! 64s review HERE
-Zzap! 64s review HERE
-Play as one of the worlds greatest badasses!
-Considered to be one of the first games to combine the platform/collection and beat 'em 'up genres
-Check out the game map HERE
-HERES an ad for the game
-Longplay video HERE
-Zzap! 64s review HERE
Unless my memory fails me, wasn't Impossible Mission randomized each time you played?Enk said:
Love this game. The war cry of the green sumo haunts me to this day. Funny how people complain about game length these days, yet this, one of my top three C64 games, takes about 30/45 minutes to beat! Unless you hit the glitch around the middle and have to start over :lolEnk said:
A good site with C64 remixies is http://remix.kwed.org/?page=0&chart=week&view=&search=
Some of the arrangements are awesome.
Some of the arrangements are awesome.
Did you guys know a lot of Timbaland/Danja produced songs use C64 Sid music in them? Listen to these, you'll hear it:
50 Cent - AO Technology You can hear the sid sound VERY clearly in this!
Britney Spears - Kiss You All Over (unreleased demo)
Nelly Furtardo - Do It Sid starts at 0:18
There's probably other Timbaland related songs with bits of Sid in too, but I mostly only hear the singles. I bet there's bits in Justin Timberlakes album.
50 Cent - AO Technology You can hear the sid sound VERY clearly in this!
Britney Spears - Kiss You All Over (unreleased demo)
Nelly Furtardo - Do It Sid starts at 0:18
There's probably other Timbaland related songs with bits of Sid in too, but I mostly only hear the singles. I bet there's bits in Justin Timberlakes album.
Actually the last one isn't his own SID composition. It's stolen from GRG: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFD2LKt18m4Rocked said:
A lot of SID music is of really, really high standard. Much higher than your normal poptune of today.
Apharmd Battler
Member
This thread gets better and better!! GREAT STUFF!!
I'm still praying for an XBLA (or even PSN) update to this game!! That would be sweet. I've been salivating since the Prince of Persia remake......
neopokekun said:
Yes the C64 version is a straight Apple ][ port, doesn't even use any hardware sprites. Speaking of Karateka. Ariolasoft distributed the game in the UK and did a tape version of it, unfortunately they didn't do a good job taking out the in-game copy protections first which pretty much made the tape version impossible to complete.
I'm still praying for an XBLA (or even PSN) update to this game!! That would be sweet. I've been salivating since the Prince of Persia remake......
Squeak said:
I thought it was cool that he used some Sid music initially, but have you heard his response to the accusation? OMG, what an arrogant prick. He admits it, basically says it's fine because the person who made the original isn't a famous face and because Timbaland is American. Respect for Timbaland -100
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTvY3wZrHrQ
I wonder how he found the song though?! It's not even from an actual game.
He probably searched through the HVSC like anyone else can. I have plenty of composers suspect of that, just like Disney knew about obscure anime before anyone else and pillaged it in the 80's and 90's (Lion King being the prime example).Rocked said:
I suspect at some point that the greatness of SID music is going to come to wider public attention.