Commodore 64 · Strategy
Dino Wars
Deep cut
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Strategy |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Dino Wars arrived on the Commodore 64 in 1990 as a strategy game.
It landed about 8 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1990 include Days of Thunder, Tongue of the Fatman and TKO Pro Boxing.
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
What playing Dino Wars 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.
Dino Wars 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.
Dino Wars FAQ
When did Dino Wars come out on the C64?
Dino Wars was released for the Commodore 64 in 1990.
How long does Dino Wars take to play?
As a strategy game, Dino Wars 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.
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