Commodore 64 · RPG / Strategy
HeroQuest
Deep cut
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | RPG, Strategy |
| Developer | Gremlin Interactive |
| Publisher | Gremlin Interactive |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Gremlin Interactive, HeroQuest arrived on the Commodore 64 as a role-playing game. It blends RPG and strategy elements.
Gremlin Interactive also made Potty Pigeon, Super Cars and Krakout for the C64.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing HeroQuest is like
Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.
Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.
HeroQuest walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for HeroQuest.
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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.
HeroQuest FAQ
Who made HeroQuest?
It was developed by Gremlin Interactive.
Is HeroQuest multiplayer?
No. HeroQuest is a single-player game.
How long does HeroQuest take to play?
As a role-playing game, HeroQuest 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.
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