How do I play Needle in the Haystack online?

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

What are the controls for Needle in the Haystack?

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 Needle in the Haystack?

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 Needle in the Haystack?

Needle in the Haystack was developed by Dirk Schmitt in 1998.

Play Needle in the Haystack – Puzzle C64 Game (1998)

Game Information

Needle in the Haystack

Publisher: (Not Published)

Genre: Puzzle

Developer: Dirk Schmitt

Year: 1998

C64 Type: PAL/NTSC

Played: 0 Times

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About Needle in the Haystack

Needle in the Haystack is a puzzle game for the Commodore 64 that was released in 1998. The game was developed by Dirk Schmitt.

Now you can play Needle in the Haystack 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 Needle in the Haystack

Getting Started

Click the "Start Game" button to load Needle in the Haystack directly in your browser. This Puzzle game from 1998 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