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Commodore 64 · Action-Adventure / Platformer
Cauldron II: The Pumpkin Strikes Back
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| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Platformer |
| Developer | Palace Software |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Cauldron |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the Commodore 64, Cauldron II: The Pumpkin Strikes Back is an action-adventure game developed by Palace Software. It blends action-adventure and platformer elements.
It is part of the Cauldron series; on the C64 you can also try Cauldron. Palace Software also made The Evil Dead, Barbarian: The Ultimate Warrior and The Sacred Armour of Antiriad for the C64.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Cauldron II: The Pumpkin Strikes Back is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
Cauldron II: The Pumpkin Strikes Back 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.
Cauldron II: The Pumpkin Strikes Back FAQ
Who made Cauldron II: The Pumpkin Strikes Back?
It was developed by Palace Software.
Is Cauldron II: The Pumpkin Strikes Back multiplayer?
No. Cauldron II: The Pumpkin Strikes Back is a single-player game.
How long does Cauldron II: The Pumpkin Strikes Back take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Cauldron II: The Pumpkin Strikes Back 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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