Back to the Future Part III C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Action

Back to the Future Part III

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SystemCommodore 64
GenreAction
DeveloperAcclaim Studios London
PublisherImage Works
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesBack to the Future
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by Acclaim Studios London and published by Image Works, Back to the Future Part III arrived on the Commodore 64 as an action game.

It is part of the Back to the Future series; on the C64 you can also try Back to the Future. The series also appears on other systems with Back to the Future (NES) and Back to the Future Part II & III (NES). Acclaim Studios London also made Out Run Europa, Savage and Tintin on the Moon for the C64.

Back to the Future Part III 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 prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Back to the Future Part III is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Back to the Future Part III gameplay screenshot on C64
In-game screenshot (C64)

Back to the Future Part III walkthroughs & guides

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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.

Back to the Future Part III FAQ

Who made Back to the Future Part III?

It was developed by Acclaim Studios London and published by Image Works.

Is Back to the Future Part III multiplayer?

No. Back to the Future Part III is a single-player game.

How long does Back to the Future Part III take to play?

As an action game, Back to the Future Part III 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 Back to the Future Part III 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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