The game uses a side-scrolling perspective with fast-paced action and exploration. In ball form, Wiz bounces through stages, shoots enemies, and collects colored droplets. Those colors can be sprayed onto the environment to unlock paths and change the stage state. Progress depends on clearing hazards, managing movement momentum, and gathering enough color to keep advancing. Additional abilities and support mechanics help later stages become more manageable.
Developed by Sensible Software and published by Ocean Software, Wizball is a highly original action shooter. Players control the wizard Wiz, who turns into a bouncing ball and restores color to a monochrome fantasy world by collecting paint droplets. It is remembered for its physics-based movement, cooperative ideas, and distinctive psychedelic presentation, earning strong praise on the Commodore 64.
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Release Date
1987-01-01
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Wiz
The wizard protagonist who transforms into a ball and restores color to the world.
Catellite
A cat companion that supports Wiz and adds cooperative gameplay ideas.
Focus on collecting color safely instead of rushing forward. Learn the bounce physics so you can predict landing points and avoid getting trapped. When enemies cluster, clear a route first and then spend color to open the next area. Cooperative play ideas make the game easier, so keep support actions in mind when available.
No cheats or unlockables available
Tips
Paint a safe route before pushing deeper into a hostile area.
Tips
Master the bounce arc early to avoid losing control in tight spaces.
Tips
Enemy placement is often more important than raw reflexes, so learn stage patterns.
User Reviews
A highly inventive shooter with a clear identity and memorable mechanics.
User Reviews
The controls are unusual at first, but the game becomes very rewarding once mastered.
User Reviews
Its visuals and sound make it one of the standout Commodore 64 releases.
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