Commodore 64 · Adventure
The Colour of Magic
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| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Delta 4 |
| Publisher | Macmillan Publishers |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Discworld |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
The Colour of Magic is an adventure game released for the Commodore 64, developed by Delta 4 and published by Macmillan Publishers.
Among the 132 C64 adventure games in our database, it ranks #21 by legacy score.
It is part of the Discworld series. The series also appears on other systems with Discworld (PS1) and Discworld Noir (PS1). Delta 4 also made Bored of the Rings for the C64.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- 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 fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Colour of Magic is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
The Colour of Magic 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.
The Colour of Magic FAQ
Who made The Colour of Magic?
It was developed by Delta 4 and published by Macmillan Publishers.
Is The Colour of Magic multiplayer?
No. The Colour of Magic is a single-player game.
How long does The Colour of Magic take to play?
As an adventure game, The Colour of Magic 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.
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