Fax

Commodore 64 · Board, Card & Party

Fax

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SystemCommodore 64
GenreBoard, Card & Party
DeveloperExidy
PublisherEpyx
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Commodore 64, Fax is a board, card or party game developed by Exidy and published by Epyx.

Exidy also made Star Fire for the C64.

Fax supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the C64 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want action or story rather than tabletop-style play

What playing Fax is like

Board, card, quiz and party games bring tabletop classics and social games to the screen, from chess and mahjong to trivia and casino games.

Tip for newcomers: These games are usually best with company; check how many players are supported before game night.

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

Fax walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Fax.

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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.

Fax FAQ

Who made Fax?

It was developed by Exidy and published by Epyx.

Is Fax multiplayer?

Yes. Fax supports up to 2 players.

How long does Fax take to play?

As a board, card or party game, Fax 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 Fax 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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