Commodore 64 · Adventure
Wizardry
Deep cut
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1985 |
| Genre | Adventure |
| Publisher | Edge Games |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Wizardry is an adventure game released in 1985 for the Commodore 64, published by Edge Games.
It landed about 3 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1985 include Entombed, Mail Order Monsters and Racing Destruction Set.
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)
- you've played the C64 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
What playing Wizardry 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.
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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.
Wizardry FAQ
When did Wizardry come out on the C64?
Wizardry was released for the Commodore 64 in 1985.
Who made Wizardry?
published by Edge Games.
How long does Wizardry take to play?
As an adventure game, Wizardry 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 Wizardry 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.