The Dam Busters ColecoVision box art

ColecoVision · Simulation / Strategy

The Dam Busters

Deep cut

SystemColecoVision
GenreSimulation, Strategy
DeveloperSydney Development Corp.
PublisherColeco Industries, Inc.
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

The Dam Busters is a simulation game released for the ColecoVision, developed by Sydney Development Corp. and published by Coleco Industries, Inc.. It blends simulation and strategy elements.

Among the 5 ColecoVision simulation games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.

Sydney Development Corp. also made B.C.'s Quest for Tires, BC's Quest for Tires II: Grog's Revenge and Evolution for the ColecoVision.

The Dam Busters is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

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 ColecoVision hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want clear goals and a defined ending
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing The Dam Busters 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.

The Dam Busters gameplay screenshot on ColecoVision
In-game screenshot (ColecoVision)

The Dam Busters walkthroughs & guides

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Playing ColecoVision games today

The ColecoVision's library is small but rich in faithful coin-op conversions, and homebrew developers still release new cartridges for it today.

The Dam Busters FAQ

Who made The Dam Busters?

It was developed by Sydney Development Corp. and published by Coleco Industries, Inc..

Is The Dam Busters multiplayer?

No. The Dam Busters is a single-player game.

How long does The Dam Busters take to play?

As a simulation game, The Dam Busters 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 The Dam Busters 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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