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Commodore 64 · Sports
HardBall!
Deep cut
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Aackosoft |
| Publisher | Accolade |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Aackosoft and published by Accolade, HardBall! arrived on the Commodore 64 as a sports game.
Aackosoft also made Aztec Challenge, Orc Attack and Raid on Bungeling Bay for the C64.
HardBall! supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- 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 need current teams and rosters
What playing HardBall! is like
Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.
Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
HardBall! walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for HardBall!.
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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.
HardBall! FAQ
Who made HardBall!?
It was developed by Aackosoft and published by Accolade.
Is HardBall! multiplayer?
Yes. HardBall! supports up to 2 players.
How long does HardBall! take to play?
As a sports game, HardBall! 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 HardBall! 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.