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Commodore 64 · Action-Adventure
Scarabaeus
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1985 |
| Genre | Action-Adventure |
| Developer | Andromeda Software |
| Publisher | Ariolasoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 4 |
Released for the Commodore 64 in 1985, Scarabaeus is an action-adventure game developed by Andromeda Software and published by Ariolasoft.
It landed about 3 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1985 include Entombed, Mail Order Monsters and Racing Destruction Set. Among the 99 C64 action-adventure games in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.
Andromeda Software also made Bird Mother for the C64.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Scarabaeus is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
Scarabaeus walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Scarabaeus.
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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.
Scarabaeus FAQ
When did Scarabaeus come out on the C64?
Scarabaeus was released for the Commodore 64 in 1985.
Who made Scarabaeus?
It was developed by Andromeda Software and published by Ariolasoft.
Is Scarabaeus multiplayer?
No. Scarabaeus is a single-player game.
How long does Scarabaeus take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Scarabaeus 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 Scarabaeus 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.