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Commodore 64 · Action
Octapolis
Certified classic
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Jukka Tapanimäki |
| Publisher | English Software |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 6 |
Octapolis is an action game released in 1987 for the Commodore 64, developed by Jukka Tapanimäki and published by English Software.
It landed about 5 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1987 include The Last Ninja, Gradius and Airborne Ranger. Among the 263 C64 action games in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.
Jukka Tapanimäki also made Netherworld for the C64.
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)
- you want to experience one of the C64's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Octapolis 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.
Octapolis walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Octapolis.
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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.
Octapolis FAQ
When did Octapolis come out on the C64?
Octapolis was released for the Commodore 64 in 1987.
Who made Octapolis?
It was developed by Jukka Tapanimäki and published by English Software.
How long does Octapolis take to play?
As an action game, Octapolis 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 Octapolis 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.