With the Detroit Auto Show up in full swing, I took a look at what car-related C64 games are out there available for download and simple to learn and play.

Sometimes all you want and need out of a game is shoot 'em up fun, but something a little deeper than a typical looping flash game you play in a browser.  Crazy Car is such a game.  It's tough and unyielding, but keeps you entertained and up for the challenge, wondering what will come after that next sharp turn.  It's less of a racing game and more of a shooting game, but it has cars and provides instant and easily accessible fun - what more could you ask for during Auto Show season?

Controls are straightforward -- set and use directional keys via your numpad and the right ctrl key for firing in your Emulator, or use a USB game pad and the fire button for shooting missiles from your car.  Keep moving straight and avoid getting hit!  In this way the game reminds me a bit of the old Activision classic River Raid.

You can download the game from the "Latif" link HERE.

If you are new to Commodore 64 Emulation, follow my guide: Step by Step - How to Play Commodore 64 Games on a PC

Enjoy the cars and let the missiles fly!

Oh, and if you're interested, check out my live press in-person coverage of NAIAS in Detroit HERE.