Arcticfox C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Shooter

Arcticfox

Deep cut

SystemCommodore 64
GenreShooter
DeveloperDynamix
PublisherElectronic Arts
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by Dynamix and published by Electronic Arts, Arcticfox arrived on the Commodore 64 as a shooter.

Among the 24 C64 shooters in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.

Dynamix also made Project Firestart, Skyfox II: The Cygnus Conflict and Caveman Ughlympics for the C64.

Arcticfox is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the C64 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Arcticfox is like

Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.

Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.

Arcticfox gameplay screenshot on C64
In-game screenshot (C64)

Arcticfox walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Arcticfox.

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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.

Arcticfox FAQ

Who made Arcticfox?

It was developed by Dynamix and published by Electronic Arts.

Is Arcticfox multiplayer?

No. Arcticfox is a single-player game.

How long does Arcticfox take to play?

As a shooter, Arcticfox 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.

Read more about Arcticfox on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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