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Super Cycle – Could Epyx Bring Hang-On Speed to the Commodore 64?
️ Super Cycle (1986) – Commodore 64 Arcade Motorcycle Racing Speed Classic Released in 1986 by Epyx for the Commodore 64, Super Cycle is a high-speed motorcycle racing game inspired by Sega’s arcade hit Hang-On. It delivers an intense sense of speed and urgency as you race against the clock across a variety of challenging courses. The game is presented from a behind-the-bike perspective, allowing you to lean into corners, weave through traffic, and react quickly to changing track conditions. This viewpoint enhances immersion and makes every race feel fast, fluid, and demanding. You can select from multiple skill levels, each adjusting the available time limits and bonus rewards. As the game progresses, tracks become increasingly complex, introducing hazards such as oil slicks and rival riders that require sharp reflexes and precise control. Super Cycle stands out for its responsive handling, smooth scrolling, and effective use of simple yet expressive graphics to convey speed.
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️ Super Cycle (1986) – Commodore 64 Arcade Motorcycle Racing Speed Classic Released in 1986 by Epyx for the Commodore 64, Super Cycle is a high-speed motorcycle racing game inspired by Sega’s arcade hit Hang-On. It delivers an intense sense of speed and urgency as you race against the clock across a variety of challenging courses. The game is presented from a behind-the-bike perspective, allowing you to lean into corners, weave through traffic, and react quickly to changing track conditions. This viewpoint enhances immersion and makes every race feel fast, fluid, and demanding. You can select from multiple skill levels, each adjusting the available time limits and bonus rewards. As the game progresses, tracks become increasingly complex, introducing hazards such as oil slicks and rival riders that require sharp reflexes and precise control. Super Cycle stands out for its responsive handling, smooth scrolling, and effective use of simple yet expressive graphics to convey speed.
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Magazine Reviews · 5
Contemporary average 79% · range 69–95%
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Reviewed by US Gold / Epyx full-price release
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Commodore User
Reviewed by Mike Pattenden. US Gold / Epyx full-price release
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Commodore User
Reviewed by Kixx budget release
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Your Computer
Reviewed by US Gold / Epyx full-price release
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Zzap!64
Reviewed by Gary Penn, Julian Rignall & Richard Eddy. US Gold / Epyx full-price release
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