Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future
Commodore 64 · Action / Action-Adventure
Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future
Certified classic
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1986 |
| Genre | Action, Action-Adventure |
| Developer | Gang of Five |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 6 |
Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future is an action game released in 1986 for the Commodore 64, developed by Gang of Five and published by Electronic Arts. It blends action and action-adventure elements.
It landed about 4 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1986 include Cobra, Uuno Turhapuro muuttaa maalle and Alter Ego. Among the 263 C64 action games in our database, it ranks #14 by legacy score.
Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want to experience one of the C64's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future 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.
Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future FAQ
When did Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future come out on the C64?
Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future was released for the Commodore 64 in 1986.
Who made Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future?
It was developed by Gang of Five and published by Electronic Arts.
Is Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future multiplayer?
No. Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future is a single-player game.
How long does Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future take to play?
As an action game, Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future 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 Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future 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.