How do I play Torchbearer online?

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

What are the controls for Torchbearer?

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 Torchbearer?

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 Torchbearer?

Torchbearer was developed by K. Deane Gardiner in 1987 and published by Free Spirit Software, Inc..

Online C64 Game: Torchbearer (1987) – RPG 2D

Game Information

Torchbearer

Publisher: Free Spirit Software, Inc.

Genre: RPG 2D

Developer: K. Deane Gardiner

Year: 1987

C64 Type: PAL

Played: 5 Times

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About Torchbearer

Torchbearer is a rpg 2d game for the Commodore 64 that was released in 1987. The game was developed by K. Deane Gardiner and published by Free Spirit Software, Inc..

Now you can play Torchbearer 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 Torchbearer

Getting Started

Click the "Start Game" button to load Torchbearer directly in your browser. This RPG 2D game from 1987 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