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Red Max
Commodore 64 · Racing
Red Max
Deep cut
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Codemasters |
| Publisher | Codemasters |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Codemasters, Red Max arrived on the Commodore 64 as a racing game.
Codemasters also made Bee 52, Grand Prix Simulator and Crystal Kingdom Dizzy 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 want a story or exploration rather than laps
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Red Max 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.
Red Max 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.
Red Max FAQ
Who made Red Max?
It was developed by Codemasters.
Is Red Max multiplayer?
No. Red Max is a single-player game.
How long does Red Max take to play?
As a racing game, Red Max 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 Red Max 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.