Beach Head C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Action

Beach Head

Deep cut

SystemCommodore 64
GenreAction
DeveloperIndie Built
PublisherAmsoft
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesBeach Head
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Beach Head is an action game released for the Commodore 64, developed by Indie Built and published by Amsoft.

It is part of the Beach Head series; on the C64 you can also try Beach Head II: The Dictator Strikes Back. Indie Built also made Raid over Moscow, 10th Frame and Mean Streets for the C64.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

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 Beach Head 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.

Beach Head gameplay screenshot on C64
In-game screenshot (C64)

Beach Head 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.

Beach Head FAQ

Who made Beach Head?

It was developed by Indie Built and published by Amsoft.

Is Beach Head multiplayer?

No. Beach Head is a single-player game.

How long does Beach Head take to play?

As an action game, Beach Head 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 Beach Head 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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