Border Zone

Commodore 64 · Adventure

Border Zone

Deep cut

SystemCommodore 64
GenreAdventure
DeveloperInfocom
PublisherInfocom
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the Commodore 64, Border Zone is an adventure game developed by Infocom.

Infocom also made Deadline, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and Leather Goddesses of Phobos for the C64.

Border Zone is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to get lost in a long quest
  • 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 want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Border Zone is like

Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.

Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.

Border Zone gameplay screenshot on C64
In-game screenshot (C64)

Border Zone 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.

Border Zone FAQ

Who made Border Zone?

It was developed by Infocom.

Is Border Zone multiplayer?

No. Border Zone is a single-player game.

How long does Border Zone take to play?

As an adventure game, Border Zone 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 Border Zone 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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