Games like Bal8tro - the 8-bit poker roguelike for C64 / Commodore 64

A true spiritual sequel to Bubble Bobble! For the first time in 39 years, Bubble Bobble on Commodore 64 receives a true spiritual sequel. Bubble Bobble: Lost Cave brings the legendary fan-made arcade hack Lost Cave from 2012 to the C64, featuring 100 brand-new levels originally designed by TAITO as extra content for the console versions — now carefully adapted for Commodore’s beloved 8-bit machi…

85%Game Brain Score

gameplay, graphics

replayability, atmosphere

85% User Score Based on 110 reviews

Once again, you hear whispers in your dreams. The slimy voice, like that of an inorganic substance, chants a long series of obscure syllables. The darkness creeps, and there is a sight cast from the deepest depths. It was the most powerful and unnameable presence. The initial fear that was enough to tear your nerves apart has turned into a sweet serenity, and you understand your mission at this mo…

FishLane for C64 The frantic spirit of Tapper meets the high seas! FishLane is a pure PETSCII arcade challenge for your Commodore 64. Fishlane is a fast-paced arcade game for the Commodore 64, born from an illustrious inspiration: the legendary Tapper. We took the frantic mechanics of managing multiple lanes and adapted them into the world of sport fishing. Instead of sliding beer mugs, you ca…

97%Game Brain Score

music, gameplay

grinding, optimization

97% User Score Based on 582 reviews

Sektori is an intense, fast paced twin-stick shooter infused with hard hitting techno music. Choose your upgrades carefully and create powerful builds to take on the relentless enemies and epic bosses on a constantly evolving battlefield. Sektori is a game that requires your complete focus, a game where the high-adrenaline visuals, music, and gameplay come together to transport you into another st…

Congratulations, you’ve just been promoted to Regional Executive Director of Trivial Assignments and Poker Expenditures (REDTAPE). Your mandate: reach score targets by playing poker hands with a standard 52-card deck. Each round victory earns you Clout, a corporate currency you can spend by visiting the Human Resources department to add Employees to your deck who bend the rules in your favor, sta…

97%Game Brain Score

story, gameplay

music, grinding

97% User Score Based on 159 reviews

A unique RPG where the villain randomizes the world with each defeat. Start with a classic RPG experience! The enemy has attacked, your king is dead, and the sacred artifact of your kingdom has been stolen. It's up to you, the descendant of a legendary knight, to avenge your king and restore your kingdom's artifact to its rightful place. But victory is only the beginning! Upon completin…

Support the development on PatreonActively support and influence the development. Learn in "behind-the-scenes" content how I technically implemented the game. Find @thorsten on Patreon! About the Game”Arcade FC” is an arcade soccer game with skill-based gameplay, fast-paced graphics, responsive controls, accurate ball physics and that retro vibe. As a modern “reboot” of footbal…

86%Game Brain Score

gameplay, music

story, grinding

86% User Score Based on 148 reviews

Read before buyingIs Craftlings for you?Craftlings is a mix of strategy, resource management, settlement building, and automation, with strong dynamic puzzle elements created by indirect control over the Craftlings and their behaviors. This introduces local logistic challenges for resource delivery that you, as a player, have to solve. Who will enjoy Craftlings?If you enjoy slow-paced, thoughtful…

93%Game Brain Score

graphics, gameplay

93% User Score Based on 86 reviews

Blast through the stars in this high-octane platformer-shooter!Step into the space suit of a fearless astronaut on a mission to stop an alien invasion threatening the galaxy. Cosmic Tempest combines fast-paced action, tight platforming, and explosive shootouts across a variety of dynamic arenas. Fight your way through: Endless-wave combat zones teeming with alien enemies Massive boss battles …

79%Game Brain Score

gameplay, graphics

atmosphere, grinding

79% User Score Based on 66 reviews

About This Game Play a sinister game of poker against blood-thirsty demon billionaires who’ve trapped you on their mega yacht in this rogue-like dice builder. You have been forcefully stranded aboard The Avarice in order to participate in an underground tournament. Find a way to win several rounds of a sadistic poker dice game that the elites have concocted on their luxury mega yacht. Wi…