Arkanoid C64 box art

Commodore 64 · retro

Arkanoid

Certified classic

SystemCommodore 64
DeveloperTaito
PublisherRomstar
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 8

Released for the Commodore 64, Arkanoid is a retro game developed by Taito and published by Romstar.

Taito also made Space Invaders, Bubble Bobble and Qix for the C64.

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

Pick it if…

  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you want to experience one of the C64's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Arkanoid is like

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

Arkanoid walkthroughs & guides

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

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.

Arkanoid FAQ

Who made Arkanoid?

It was developed by Taito and published by Romstar.

Is Arkanoid multiplayer?

No. Arkanoid is a single-player game.

How long does Arkanoid take to play?

As a retro game, Arkanoid 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 Arkanoid 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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