Scary Monsters Deep cut
Commodore 64 · Horror
Project Firestart
Certified classic
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Horror |
| Developer | Dynamix |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 7 |
Developed by Dynamix and published by Electronic Arts, Project Firestart arrived on the Commodore 64 in 1989 as a horror game.
It landed about 7 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1989 include Death Bringer, APB and Overrun!. Among the 6 C64 horror games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
Dynamix also made Skyfox II: The Cygnus Conflict, Arcticfox and Caveman Ughlympics for the C64.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to be spooked
- 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 scare easily or dislike scarce resources
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Project Firestart is like
Horror games build dread through atmosphere, limited resources and enemies you would rather avoid than fight. Survival horror in particular makes every bullet count.
Tip for newcomers: Conserve ammunition and healing items, explore carefully, and play with the lights off for the full effect.
Project Firestart walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Project Firestart.
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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.
Project Firestart FAQ
When did Project Firestart come out on the C64?
Project Firestart was released for the Commodore 64 in 1989.
Who made Project Firestart?
It was developed by Dynamix and published by Electronic Arts.
Is Project Firestart multiplayer?
No. Project Firestart is a single-player game.
How long does Project Firestart take to play?
As a horror game, Project Firestart 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 Project Firestart 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.