Commodore 64 · Action
Space Taxi
Certified classic
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1984 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Muse Software |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 8 |
Developed by Muse Software, Space Taxi arrived on the Commodore 64 in 1984 as an action game.
It landed about 2 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1984 include Raid over Moscow, Zaxxon and Questron. Among the 263 C64 action games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
Muse Software also made Castle Wolfenstein and Beyond Castle Wolfenstein for the C64.
Space Taxi 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 want to experience one of the C64's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Space Taxi 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.
Space Taxi walkthroughs & guides
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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 Taxi FAQ
When did Space Taxi come out on the C64?
Space Taxi was released for the Commodore 64 in 1984.
Who made Space Taxi?
It was developed by Muse Software.
Is Space Taxi multiplayer?
No. Space Taxi is a single-player game.
How long does Space Taxi take to play?
As an action game, Space Taxi 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 Taxi 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.