Karnov C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Platformer

Karnov

SystemCommodore 64
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperData East
PublisherNamco
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 3

Released for the Commodore 64, Karnov is a platformer developed by Data East and published by Namco.

Data East also made Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja, BurgerTime and Bump 'n' Jump for the C64.

Pick it if…

  • you want to run, jump and explore
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives

What playing Karnov is like

Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.

Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.

Karnov 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.

Karnov FAQ

Who made Karnov?

It was developed by Data East and published by Namco.

How long does Karnov take to play?

As a platformer, Karnov 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 Karnov 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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