Contra Classic
Commodore 64 · Shoot 'em Up
Beamrider
Deep cut
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Cheshire Engineering |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Beamrider is a shoot 'em up released for the Commodore 64, developed by Cheshire Engineering and published by Activision.
Beamrider 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 dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Beamrider is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Beamrider walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Beamrider.
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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.
Beamrider FAQ
Who made Beamrider?
It was developed by Cheshire Engineering and published by Activision.
Is Beamrider multiplayer?
No. Beamrider is a single-player game.
How long does Beamrider take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Beamrider 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.
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