Pac-Man Classic
Commodore 64 · Action
Rescue on Fractalus!
Deep cut
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Lucasfilm Games |
| Publisher | Epyx |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Lucasfilm Games and published by Epyx, Rescue on Fractalus! arrived on the Commodore 64 as an action game.
Lucasfilm Games also made Maniac Mansion, Strike Fleet and Zak McKracken and the Alien Mindbenders for the C64.
Rescue on Fractalus! is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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've played the C64 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Rescue on Fractalus! 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.
Rescue on Fractalus! walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Rescue on Fractalus!.
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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.
Rescue on Fractalus! FAQ
Who made Rescue on Fractalus!?
It was developed by Lucasfilm Games and published by Epyx.
Is Rescue on Fractalus! multiplayer?
No. Rescue on Fractalus! is a single-player game.
How long does Rescue on Fractalus! take to play?
As an action game, Rescue on Fractalus! 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 Rescue on Fractalus! 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.