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The Evil Dead
Commodore 64 · Horror / Adventure
The Evil Dead
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Horror, Adventure |
| Developer | Palace Software |
| Publisher | Palace Software |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 4 |
Released for the Commodore 64, The Evil Dead is a horror game developed by Palace Software. It blends horror and adventure elements.
Among the 6 C64 horror games in our database, it ranks #3 by legacy score.
Palace Software also made Barbarian: The Ultimate Warrior, Cauldron and The Sacred Armour of Antiriad for the C64.
The Evil Dead is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to be spooked
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
Maybe skip it if…
- you scare easily or dislike scarce resources
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Evil Dead is like
Horror games build dread through atmosphere, limited resources and enemies you would rather avoid than fight. Survival horror in particular makes every bullet count.
Tip for newcomers: Conserve ammunition and healing items, explore carefully, and play with the lights off for the full effect.
The Evil Dead walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for The Evil Dead.
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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 Evil Dead FAQ
Who made The Evil Dead?
It was developed by Palace Software.
Is The Evil Dead multiplayer?
No. The Evil Dead is a single-player game.
How long does The Evil Dead take to play?
As a horror game, The Evil Dead 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 The Evil Dead 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.