C64 BASIC Dungeon Crawler: Rats, Shields and Fireball Magic

· Retrogamecoders · Nov. 6, 2026, 2:23 p.m.
Summary
In this blog post, the author discusses new features being added to a BASIC dungeon crawler game developed for the Commodore 64. The updates include increasing level difficulty, introducing new enemy types, and implementing magic-assisted range attacks. The post highlights the use of data-driven programming for easier management of enemy attributes and gameplay mechanics. The author emphasizes optimizing game play based on player progress and offers insights into continuity errors related to game design.