Commodore 64 · Strategy
Defender of the Crown
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 (originally 1986) |
| Genre | Strategy |
| Developer | Cinemaware |
| Publisher | Cinemaware |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Defender of the Crown |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Released for the Commodore 64 in 1987, Defender of the Crown is a strategy game developed by Cinemaware. This C64 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1986.
It landed about 5 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1987 include The Last Ninja, Gradius and Octapolis. Among the 93 C64 strategy games in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.
It is part of the Defender of the Crown series. The series also appears on other systems with Defender of the Crown (NES) and Defender of the Crown (GBA). Cinemaware also made Rocket Ranger and Sinbad and the Throne of the Falcon for the C64.
Defender of the Crown 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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Defender of the Crown 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.
Defender of the Crown 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.
Defender of the Crown FAQ
When did Defender of the Crown come out on the C64?
Defender of the Crown was released for the Commodore 64 in 1987; the original game dates back to 1986.
Who made Defender of the Crown?
It was developed by Cinemaware.
Is Defender of the Crown multiplayer?
No. Defender of the Crown is a single-player game.
How long does Defender of the Crown take to play?
As a strategy game, Defender of the Crown 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 Defender of the Crown 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.