Ballblazer C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Action / Sports

Ballblazer

SystemCommodore 64
GenreAction, Sports
DeveloperLucasfilm Games
PublisherAtari
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 3

Developed by Lucasfilm Games and published by Atari, Ballblazer arrived on the Commodore 64 as an action game. It blends action and sports elements.

Lucasfilm Games also made Maniac Mansion, Strike Fleet and Zak McKracken and the Alien Mindbenders for the C64.

Ballblazer supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

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 have a friend to play against

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Ballblazer 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.

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

Ballblazer 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.

Ballblazer FAQ

Who made Ballblazer?

It was developed by Lucasfilm Games and published by Atari.

Is Ballblazer multiplayer?

Yes. Ballblazer supports up to 2 players.

How long does Ballblazer take to play?

As an action game, Ballblazer 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 Ballblazer 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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