Deactivators C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Strategy / Action

Deactivators

Deep cut

SystemCommodore 64
GenreStrategy, Action
DeveloperTigress Marketing
PublisherAriolasoft
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Released for the Commodore 64, Deactivators is a strategy game developed by Tigress Marketing and published by Ariolasoft. It blends strategy and action elements.

Deactivators is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • 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 quick action without planning ahead
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Deactivators is like

Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.

Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.

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

Deactivators 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.

Deactivators FAQ

Who made Deactivators?

It was developed by Tigress Marketing and published by Ariolasoft.

Is Deactivators multiplayer?

No. Deactivators is a single-player game.

How long does Deactivators take to play?

As a strategy game, Deactivators 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 Deactivators 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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