Pac-Man Classic
Commodore 64 · Action
Hover Bovver
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Jeff Minter |
| Publisher | Jeff Minter |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Jeff Minter, Hover Bovver arrived on the Commodore 64 as an action game.
Jeff Minter also made Attack of the Mutant Camels, Revenge of the Mutant Camels and Sheep in Space for the C64.
Hover Bovver 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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Hover Bovver 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.
Hover Bovver walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Hover Bovver.
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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.
Hover Bovver FAQ
Who made Hover Bovver?
It was developed by Jeff Minter.
Is Hover Bovver multiplayer?
No. Hover Bovver is a single-player game.
How long does Hover Bovver take to play?
As an action game, Hover Bovver 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 Hover Bovver 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.