California Games is a classic sports compilation game from 1987 that lets you compete in six different summer and beach activities like surfing, skateboarding, and volleyball across iconic California locations. What made it stand out at the time was its colorful pixel art, catchy synthesizer soundtrack, and accessible gameplay that appealed to both casual players and arcade enthusiasts. The game spawned several sequels and remains a beloved entry point to 80s gaming for many players today, with its laid-back vibe and variety of mini-sports becoming touchstones of retro gaming culture.
California Games is one of the games available on the The C64 Collection 2 Evercade cartridge. You can view or download the original manual below.
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