How do I play Poker 256 online?

Click the 'Start Game' button to load Poker 256 in your browser's C64 emulator. No downloads required - the game runs directly in your web browser using JavaScript.

What are the controls for Poker 256?

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 Poker 256?

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 Poker 256?

Poker 256 was developed by August J. Kwitowski in 1984 and published by COMPUTE! Publications, Inc./COMPUTE!'s Gazette.

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Game Information

Poker 256

Publisher: COMPUTE! Publications, Inc./COMPUTE!'s Gazette

Genre: Poker

Developer: August J. Kwitowski

Year: 1984

C64 Type: PAL

Played: 0 Times

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About Poker 256

Poker 256 is a poker game for the Commodore 64 that was released in 1984. The game was developed by August J. Kwitowski and published by COMPUTE! Publications, Inc./COMPUTE!'s Gazette.

Now you can play Poker 256 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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We offer no C64 downloads due to copyright.

How to Play Poker 256

Getting Started

Click the "Start Game" button to load Poker 256 directly in your browser. This Poker game from 1984 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