Speedball 2: Brutal Deluxe

Commodore 64 · Sports

Speedball 2: Brutal Deluxe

Deep cut

SystemCommodore 64
GenreSports
DeveloperThe Bitmap Brothers
PublisherImage Works
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by The Bitmap Brothers and published by Image Works, Speedball 2: Brutal Deluxe arrived on the Commodore 64 as a sports game.

The Bitmap Brothers also made Speedball and Xenon for the C64.

Speedball 2: Brutal Deluxe is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

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

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Speedball 2: Brutal Deluxe 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Speedball 2: Brutal Deluxe 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.

Speedball 2: Brutal Deluxe FAQ

Who made Speedball 2: Brutal Deluxe?

It was developed by The Bitmap Brothers and published by Image Works.

Is Speedball 2: Brutal Deluxe multiplayer?

No. Speedball 2: Brutal Deluxe is a single-player game.

How long does Speedball 2: Brutal Deluxe take to play?

As a sports game, Speedball 2: Brutal Deluxe 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 Speedball 2: Brutal Deluxe 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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