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Timeball
Commodore 64 · Puzzle
Timeball
Deep cut
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Hudson Soft |
| Publisher | NEC |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Hudson Soft and published by NEC, Timeball arrived on the Commodore 64 as a puzzle game.
Hudson Soft also made Stop the Express for the C64.
Timeball supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the C64 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing Timeball 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.
Timeball walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Timeball.
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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.
Timeball FAQ
Who made Timeball?
It was developed by Hudson Soft and published by NEC.
Is Timeball multiplayer?
Yes. Timeball supports up to 2 players.
How long does Timeball take to play?
As a puzzle game, Timeball 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 Timeball 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.