Beyond Dark Castle

Commodore 64 · Platformer

Beyond Dark Castle

Deep cut

SystemCommodore 64
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperSilicon Beach Software
PublisherSilicon Beach Software
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Beyond Dark Castle is a platformer released for the Commodore 64, developed by Silicon Beach Software.

Silicon Beach Software also made Dark Castle for the C64.

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

Pick it if…

  • you want to run, jump and explore
  • 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 get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Beyond Dark Castle is like

Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.

Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.

Beyond Dark Castle gameplay screenshot on C64
In-game screenshot (C64)

Beyond Dark Castle 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.

Beyond Dark Castle FAQ

Who made Beyond Dark Castle?

It was developed by Silicon Beach Software.

Is Beyond Dark Castle multiplayer?

No. Beyond Dark Castle is a single-player game.

How long does Beyond Dark Castle take to play?

As a platformer, Beyond Dark Castle 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 Beyond Dark Castle 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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