Moondust Deep cut
Commodore 64 · Music & Rhythm
Master of the Lamps
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| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Music & Rhythm |
| Developer | Activision |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Activision, Master of the Lamps arrived on the Commodore 64 as a rhythm game.
Activision also made Pitfall!, Alter Ego and The Great American Cross-Country Road Race for the C64.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- 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 play on a TV with noticeable input lag
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Master of the Lamps is like
Music and rhythm games challenge your timing by asking you to hit inputs in sync with the beat.
Tip for newcomers: Modern TVs can add input lag that throws off timing; use your TV's game mode if rhythm feels off.
Master of the Lamps walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Master of the Lamps.
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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.
Master of the Lamps FAQ
Who made Master of the Lamps?
It was developed by Activision.
Is Master of the Lamps multiplayer?
No. Master of the Lamps is a single-player game.
How long does Master of the Lamps take to play?
As a rhythm game, Master of the Lamps 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 Master of the Lamps 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.