Ghetto Blaster C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Action

Ghetto Blaster

Deep cut

SystemCommodore 64
Released1985
GenreAction
PublisherVirgin Interactive
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Published by Virgin Interactive, Ghetto Blaster arrived on the Commodore 64 in 1985 as an action game.

It landed about 3 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1985 include Entombed, Mail Order Monsters and Racing Destruction Set.

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

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)
  • you've played the C64 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

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

What playing Ghetto Blaster 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.

Ghetto Blaster gameplay screenshot on C64
In-game screenshot (C64)

Ghetto Blaster 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.

Ghetto Blaster FAQ

When did Ghetto Blaster come out on the C64?

Ghetto Blaster was released for the Commodore 64 in 1985.

Who made Ghetto Blaster?

published by Virgin Interactive.

Is Ghetto Blaster multiplayer?

No. Ghetto Blaster is a single-player game.

How long does Ghetto Blaster take to play?

As an action game, Ghetto Blaster 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 Ghetto Blaster 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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