Darkman C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Action

Darkman

SystemCommodore 64
Released1991
GenreAction
DeveloperOcean Software
PublisherOcean Software
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 4

Developed by Ocean Software, Darkman arrived on the Commodore 64 in 1991 as an action game.

It landed about 9 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1991 include Death Knights of Krynn, Cover Girl Strip Poker and Championship Sprint.

Ocean Software also made Cobra, High Noon and Batman 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)

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Darkman 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.

Darkman gameplay screenshot on C64
In-game screenshot (C64)

Darkman 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.

Darkman FAQ

When did Darkman come out on the C64?

Darkman was released for the Commodore 64 in 1991.

Who made Darkman?

It was developed by Ocean Software.

Is Darkman multiplayer?

No. Darkman is a single-player game.

How long does Darkman take to play?

As an action game, Darkman 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 Darkman 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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