Captain Dynamo C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Platformer

Captain Dynamo

Deep cut

SystemCommodore 64
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperCodemasters
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Captain Dynamo is a platformer released for the Commodore 64, developed by Codemasters.

Codemasters also made Bee 52, Grand Prix Simulator and Crystal Kingdom Dizzy for the C64.

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

What playing Captain Dynamo 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.

Captain Dynamo gameplay screenshot on C64
In-game screenshot (C64)

Captain Dynamo 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.

Captain Dynamo FAQ

Who made Captain Dynamo?

It was developed by Codemasters.

How long does Captain Dynamo take to play?

As a platformer, Captain Dynamo 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 Captain Dynamo 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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