Medal of Honor Classic
Commodore 64 · Shooter / Action
Dark Side
Deep cut
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | Shooter, Action |
| Developer | Incentive Software |
| Publisher | Incentive Software |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Dark Side is a shooter released in 1988 for the Commodore 64, developed by Incentive Software. It blends shooter and action elements.
It landed about 6 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1988 include Alien Syndrome, Armalyte and 720°. Among the 24 C64 shooters in our database, it ranks #7 by legacy score.
Incentive Software also made Castle Master, 3D Construction Kit and Total Eclipse for the C64.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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've played the C64 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Dark Side is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Dark Side walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Dark Side.
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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.
Dark Side FAQ
When did Dark Side come out on the C64?
Dark Side was released for the Commodore 64 in 1988.
Who made Dark Side?
It was developed by Incentive Software.
Is Dark Side multiplayer?
No. Dark Side is a single-player game.
How long does Dark Side take to play?
As a shooter, Dark Side 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 Dark Side 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.