Commodore 64 · Shooter
Space Gun
Deep cut
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Taito |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Space Gun is a shooter released for the Commodore 64, developed by Taito.
Among the 24 C64 shooters in our database, it ranks #20 by legacy score.
Taito also made Space Invaders, Bubble Bobble and Arkanoid for the C64.
Space Gun supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- you've played the C64 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
What playing Space Gun is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Space Gun walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Space Gun.
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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.
Space Gun FAQ
Who made Space Gun?
It was developed by Taito.
Is Space Gun multiplayer?
Yes. Space Gun supports up to 2 players.
How long does Space Gun take to play?
As a shooter, Space Gun 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 Space Gun 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.