Commodore 64 · Shooter
Total Eclipse
Deep cut
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Incentive Software |
| Publisher | Incentive Software |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Incentive Software, Total Eclipse arrived on the Commodore 64 as a shooter.
Among the 24 C64 shooters in our database, it ranks #18 by legacy score.
Incentive Software also made Dark Side, Castle Master and 3D Construction Kit for the C64.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- 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 are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Total Eclipse is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Total Eclipse walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Total Eclipse.
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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.
Total Eclipse FAQ
Who made Total Eclipse?
It was developed by Incentive Software.
Is Total Eclipse multiplayer?
No. Total Eclipse is a single-player game.
How long does Total Eclipse take to play?
As a shooter, Total Eclipse 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 Total Eclipse 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.