Cave of the Word Wizard C64 box art

Commodore 64 · retro

Cave of the Word Wizard

Deep cut

SystemCommodore 64
Released1982
DeveloperPatrick Quinn
PublisherTimeworks
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by Patrick Quinn and published by Timeworks, Cave of the Word Wizard arrived on the Commodore 64 in 1982 as a retro game.

It belongs to the C64's earliest wave of games. Other notable C64 releases from 1982 include Gangbusters, The Blade of Blackpoole and Evolution.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • 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 are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Cave of the Word Wizard is like

Cave of the Word Wizard gameplay screenshot on C64
In-game screenshot (C64)

Cave of the Word Wizard 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.

Cave of the Word Wizard FAQ

When did Cave of the Word Wizard come out on the C64?

Cave of the Word Wizard was released for the Commodore 64 in 1982.

Who made Cave of the Word Wizard?

It was developed by Patrick Quinn and published by Timeworks.

Is Cave of the Word Wizard multiplayer?

No. Cave of the Word Wizard is a single-player game.

How long does Cave of the Word Wizard take to play?

As a retro game, Cave of the Word Wizard 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 Cave of the Word Wizard 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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