How do I play Space Raider online?

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

What are the controls for Space Raider?

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 Space Raider?

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 Space Raider?

Space Raider was developed by Scott Acton in 1982 and published by Boom Software.

Play Space Raider Online | Crosshair Commodore 64 Game from 1982

Game Information

Space Raider

Publisher: Boom Software

Genre: Crosshair

Developer: Scott Acton

Year: 1982

C64 Type: PAL/NTSC

Played: 0 Times

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About Space Raider

Space Raider is a crosshair game for the Commodore 64 that was released in 1982. The game was developed by Scott Acton and published by Boom Software.

Now you can play Space Raider 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 Space Raider

Getting Started

Click the "Start Game" button to load Space Raider directly in your browser. This Crosshair game from 1982 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