Tetris Classic
Commodore 64 · Puzzle
Spooks
Deep cut
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1985 |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Publisher | Mastertronic |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Spooks is a puzzle game released in 1985 for the Commodore 64, published by Mastertronic.
It landed about 3 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1985 include Entombed, Mail Order Monsters and Racing Destruction Set.
Spooks is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- 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 want story, exploration or action
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Spooks is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
Spooks walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Spooks.
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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.
Spooks FAQ
When did Spooks come out on the C64?
Spooks was released for the Commodore 64 in 1985.
Who made Spooks?
published by Mastertronic.
Is Spooks multiplayer?
No. Spooks is a single-player game.
How long does Spooks take to play?
As a puzzle game, Spooks 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 Spooks 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.