The Last V8 C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Racing

The Last V8

SystemCommodore 64
GenreRacing
DeveloperDavid Darling
PublisherMastertronic
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 3

The Last V8 is a racing game released for the Commodore 64, developed by David Darling and published by Mastertronic.

Among the 70 C64 racing games in our database, it ranks #18 by legacy score.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps

What playing The Last V8 is like

Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.

Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.

The Last V8 walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for The Last V8.

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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 Last V8 FAQ

Who made The Last V8?

It was developed by David Darling and published by Mastertronic.

How long does The Last V8 take to play?

As a racing game, The Last V8 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 Last V8 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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