Top Gun C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Simulation

Top Gun

Deep cut

SystemCommodore 64
GenreSimulation
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesTop Gun
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Top Gun is a simulation game released for the Commodore 64.

It is part of the Top Gun series. The series also appears on other systems with Top Gun: The Second Mission (NES) and Top Gun: Guts and Glory (Game Boy).

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • 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 clear goals and a defined ending

What playing Top Gun is like

Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.

Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.

Top Gun walkthroughs & guides

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

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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.

Top Gun FAQ

How long does Top Gun take to play?

As a simulation game, Top Gun 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 Top Gun 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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