Final Fantasy Classic
Commodore 64 · RPG / Simulation
Alter Ego
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1986 |
| Genre | RPG, Simulation |
| Developer | Activision |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Activision, Alter Ego arrived on the Commodore 64 in 1986 as a role-playing game. It blends RPG and simulation elements.
It landed about 4 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1986 include Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future, Cobra and Uuno Turhapuro muuttaa maalle. Among the 79 C64 RPGs in our database, it ranks #12 by legacy score.
Activision also made Pitfall!, The Great American Cross-Country Road Race and River Raid for the C64.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
Maybe skip it if…
- you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Alter Ego is like
Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.
Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.
Alter Ego walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Alter Ego.
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Playing C64 games today
C64 games loaded from cassette or floppy disk, and many reward patience and practice. The THEC64 reissues make original-style play easy on modern TVs, and Rec0m88 supports the C64 if you own your games.
Alter Ego FAQ
When did Alter Ego come out on the C64?
Alter Ego was released for the Commodore 64 in 1986.
Who made Alter Ego?
It was developed by Activision.
Is Alter Ego multiplayer?
No. Alter Ego is a single-player game.
How long does Alter Ego take to play?
As a role-playing game, Alter Ego typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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