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Urban Upstart
Commodore 64 · Adventure
Urban Upstart
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Pete Cooke |
| Publisher | Richard Shepherd Software |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Commodore 64, Urban Upstart is an adventure game developed by Pete Cooke and published by Richard Shepherd Software.
Among the 132 C64 adventure games in our database, it ranks #15 by legacy score.
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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Urban Upstart 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.
Urban Upstart 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.
Urban Upstart FAQ
Who made Urban Upstart?
It was developed by Pete Cooke and published by Richard Shepherd Software.
Is Urban Upstart multiplayer?
No. Urban Upstart is a single-player game.
How long does Urban Upstart take to play?
As an adventure game, Urban Upstart 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.
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