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Commodore 64 · Platformer
Shadow Dancer
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Sega |
| Publisher | Sega |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Shinobi |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Sega, Shadow Dancer arrived on the Commodore 64 as a platformer.
Among the 156 C64 platformers in our database, it ranks #20 by legacy score.
It is part of the Shinobi series; on the C64 you can also try Shinobi. The series also appears on other systems with Shinobi (Master System) and Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master (Genesis). Sega also made Golden Axe, Altered Beast and Zaxxon for the C64.
Shadow Dancer supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing Shadow Dancer is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Shadow Dancer walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Shadow Dancer.
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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.
Shadow Dancer FAQ
Who made Shadow Dancer?
It was developed by Sega.
Is Shadow Dancer multiplayer?
Yes. Shadow Dancer supports up to 2 players.
How long does Shadow Dancer take to play?
As a platformer, Shadow Dancer 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 Shadow Dancer 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.