Krakout (C64/CPC/Spectrum) (2023)

Developer: Gremlin Graphics
Publisher: Pixel Games UK
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Casual
Rating: 3.9 of 5, 9 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 20 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced, challenging brick-breaker where you bounce a ball with a paddle, dodging enemies that can freeze you or eat the ball, with 100 levels of old-school frustration.

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What players say

Players love this faithful re-release of a beloved eighties breakout clone, though some struggle with keyboard controls or launching the C64 version. The music by Ben Daglish and the included C64 original are highlights, but the difficulty is as unforgiving as it was decades ago.

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