Kobyashi Naru
Video Archive
Kobyashi Naru – The C64 Adventure Inspired by Star Trek’s No-Win Test
️ Kobyashi Naru (1987) – Commodore 64 Sci-Fi Puzzle Adventure Trial Released in 1987 by Mastertronic for the Commodore 64, Kobyashi Naru is a science-fiction themed adventure that takes its inspiration from the famous no-win test of Star Trek lore. Designed by Clive Wilson and Les Hogarth, the game challenges you to prove their worth by surviving a sequence of cerebral trials rather than relying on action or reflexes. Gameplay is divided into three distinct sections—Knowledge, Wisdom, and Understanding—each presenting puzzles that test logic, observation, and reasoning. Instead of a traditional text parser, the game uses an icon-based interface, allowing you to interact with objects and environments in a more visual and accessible way for the time. The challenge is deliberately unforgiving. Incorrect decisions can lead to sudden failure, and progress often demands experimentation and lateral thinking.
Game Overview
About the Game
️ Kobyashi Naru (1987) – Commodore 64 Sci-Fi Puzzle Adventure Trial Released in 1987 by Mastertronic for the Commodore 64, Kobyashi Naru is a science-fiction themed adventure that takes its inspiration from the famous no-win test of Star Trek lore. Designed by Clive Wilson and Les Hogarth, the game challenges you to prove their worth by surviving a sequence of cerebral trials rather than relying on action or reflexes. Gameplay is divided into three distinct sections—Knowledge, Wisdom, and Understanding—each presenting puzzles that test logic, observation, and reasoning. Instead of a traditional text parser, the game uses an icon-based interface, allowing you to interact with objects and environments in a more visual and accessible way for the time. The challenge is deliberately unforgiving. Incorrect decisions can lead to sudden failure, and progress often demands experimentation and lateral thinking.
Game Manual
Magazine Reviews
Magazine Reviews
Magazine Reviews
Magazine Reviews · 3
Contemporary average 67% · range 60–80%
C&VG
Reviewed by Mastertronic budget release
Read Original Review
Commodore User
Reviewed by Keith Campbell. Mastertronic budget release
Read Original Review
Zzap!64
Reviewed by White Wizard. Mastertronic budget release
Read Original Review
Game Music
Game Music
Original Cassette
Tape Archive
Verified C64 cassette releases linked to the Ultimate Tape Archive. CCG does not host or duplicate the tape files.
See the pixels
Gallery
Continue Exploring
Browse Related Archives
Browse this game's genres and collections, or return to the full games library.
CCG Community Rating & Review See what other retro gamers think.
Everyone can read ratings and reviews; members must log in to rate or comment.
Member Reviews
Preparing reviews…
CCG Picks
Compatible hardware and controllers for modern retro setups.
Community Rating Loading rating…
Preparing ratings…