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Commodore 64 · Action
Gumball
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1983 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Veda Hlubinka-Cook |
| Publisher | Broderbund |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 3 |
Gumball is an action game released in 1983 for the Commodore 64, developed by Veda Hlubinka-Cook and published by Broderbund.
It came out in the C64's second year on the market. Other notable C64 releases from 1983 include Attack of the Mutant Camels, Defender and Aztec Challenge.
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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Gumball 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.
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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.
Gumball FAQ
When did Gumball come out on the C64?
Gumball was released for the Commodore 64 in 1983.
Who made Gumball?
It was developed by Veda Hlubinka-Cook and published by Broderbund.
How long does Gumball take to play?
As an action game, Gumball 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 Gumball 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.