Commodore 64 · Racing
Mancopter
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1984 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Datasoft |
| Publisher | Datasoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Commodore 64 in 1984, Mancopter is a racing game developed by Datasoft.
It landed about 2 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1984 include Space Taxi, Raid over Moscow and Zaxxon. Among the 70 C64 racing games in our database, it ranks #14 by legacy score.
Datasoft also made 221B Baker Street, Bruce Lee and Dallas Quest for the C64.
Mancopter is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Mancopter is like
Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.
Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.
Mancopter walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Mancopter.
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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.
Mancopter FAQ
When did Mancopter come out on the C64?
Mancopter was released for the Commodore 64 in 1984.
Who made Mancopter?
It was developed by Datasoft.
Is Mancopter multiplayer?
No. Mancopter is a single-player game.
How long does Mancopter take to play?
As a racing game, Mancopter 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 Mancopter 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.