How do I play Maximum Overdrive online?

Click the 'Start Game' button to load Maximum Overdrive in your browser's C64 emulator. No downloads required - the game runs directly in your web browser using JavaScript.

What are the controls for Maximum Overdrive?

Use WASD keys for movement and Left SHIFT for the fire button on Joystick 1, or use arrow keys with Left CTRL for Joystick 2. You can swap joystick ports using the joystick swap button.

Can I save my progress in Maximum Overdrive?

Yes! Use the save snapshot button (floppy disk icon) to save your game state, and the restore snapshot button (folder icon) to load it later. This works like a save state feature.

Who created Maximum Overdrive?

Maximum Overdrive was developed by Steen Pedersen & Gandalf/Ikari in 1988.

Maximum Overdrive – Retro C64 H-Scrolling Game • Play Free in Browser

Game Information

Maximum Overdrive

Publisher: (Not Published)

Genre: H-Scrolling

Developer: Steen Pedersen & Gandalf/Ikari

Year: 1988

C64 Type: PAL

Played: 1 Times

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About Maximum Overdrive

Maximum Overdrive is a h-scrolling game for the Commodore 64 that was released in 1988. The game was developed by Steen Pedersen & Gandalf/Ikari.

Now you can play Maximum Overdrive online, directly in your web browser! Our Commodore 64 emulator brings this retro gaming experience to life without requiring any downloads or plugins. Just click "Start Game" and enjoy this piece of gaming history.

Joystick Controls

Joystick 1:

Left: A
Right: D
Up: W
Down: S
Fire: Left SHIFT

Joystick 2:

Left: ←
Right: →
Up: ↑
Down: ↓
Fire: Left CTRL

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How to Play Maximum Overdrive

Getting Started

Click the "Start Game" button to load Maximum Overdrive directly in your browser. This H-Scrolling game from 1988 runs using our Commodore 64 emulator - no downloads, plugins, or installation required.

Game Controls

Use the keyboard controls shown in the Joystick Controls section above. By default:

Movement: WASD keys or Arrow keys
Action/Fire: Left SHIFT or Left CTRL
Switch Joysticks: Click the joystick swap icon if the controls don't respond