Head over Heels C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Action-Adventure / Platformer

Head over Heels

Deep cut

SystemCommodore 64
GenreAction-Adventure, Platformer
DeveloperOcean Software
PublisherOcean Software
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by Ocean Software, Head over Heels arrived on the Commodore 64 as an action-adventure game. It blends action-adventure and platformer elements.

Ocean Software also made Cobra, Darkman and High Noon for the C64.

Head over Heels is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to get lost in a long quest
  • 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 a game you can finish in one short session
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Head over Heels is like

Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.

Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.

Head over Heels gameplay screenshot on C64
In-game screenshot (C64)

Head over Heels 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.

Head over Heels FAQ

Who made Head over Heels?

It was developed by Ocean Software.

Is Head over Heels multiplayer?

No. Head over Heels is a single-player game.

How long does Head over Heels take to play?

As an action-adventure game, Head over Heels 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 Head over Heels 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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