How do I play Time Thief online?

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

What are the controls for Time Thief?

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 Time Thief?

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 Time Thief?

Time Thief was developed by Don MacLeod in 1988 and published by Big Sky Software.

Time Thief (1988) – Classic Commodore 64 AdventureWriter/Quill Game Online

Game Information

Time Thief

Publisher: Big Sky Software

Genre: AdventureWriter/Quill

Developer: Don MacLeod

Year: 1988

C64 Type: PAL

Played: 0 Times

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About Time Thief

Time Thief is a adventurewriter/quill game for the Commodore 64 that was released in 1988. The game was developed by Don MacLeod and published by Big Sky Software.

Now you can play Time Thief 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 Time Thief

Getting Started

Click the "Start Game" button to load Time Thief directly in your browser. This AdventureWriter/Quill 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