Skate or Die! C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Sports

Skate or Die!

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SystemCommodore 64
GenreSports
DeveloperElectronic Arts
PublisherElectronic Arts
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesSkate or Die
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Skate or Die! is a sports game released for the Commodore 64, developed by Electronic Arts.

Among the 123 C64 sports games in our database, it ranks #24 by legacy score.

It is part of the Skate or Die series. The series also appears on other systems with Skate or Die 2: The Search for Double Trouble (NES) and Skate or Die! (NES). Electronic Arts also made Murder on the Zinderneuf, Sentinel Worlds I: Future Magic and Deathlord for the C64.

Skate or Die! supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the C64 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

What playing Skate or Die! is like

Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.

Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Skate or Die! walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Skate or Die!.

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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.

Skate or Die! FAQ

Who made Skate or Die!?

It was developed by Electronic Arts.

Is Skate or Die! multiplayer?

Yes. Skate or Die! supports up to 2 players.

How long does Skate or Die! take to play?

As a sports game, Skate or Die! 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 Skate or Die! 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.

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