Maniac Mansion Classic
Commodore 64 · Adventure
The Guild of Thieves
Deep cut
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Magnetic Scrolls |
| Publisher | Telecomsoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Magnetic Scrolls and published by Telecomsoft, The Guild of Thieves arrived on the Commodore 64 as an adventure game.
Magnetic Scrolls also made Corruption, The Pawn and Jinxter 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 Guild of Thieves 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 Guild of Thieves 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 Guild of Thieves FAQ
Who made The Guild of Thieves?
It was developed by Magnetic Scrolls and published by Telecomsoft.
Is The Guild of Thieves multiplayer?
No. The Guild of Thieves is a single-player game.
How long does The Guild of Thieves take to play?
As an adventure game, The Guild of Thieves 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 Guild of Thieves 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.