Metabolis (C64/Spectrum): Surreal Bird-Human Platformer Adventure

5/31/2026, 8:12:21 PM

Tags: #retro #surreal #exploration #2d-platformer #pve #platformer #arcade #action-adventure #2d #action #controller #cartoony

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Japan Price: ¥ 470
Global Price: $3.99
Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 5/31/2026, 8:12:21 PM

Key highlight

Relive the 1985 surreal platformer Metabolis, remastered for modern systems. Play as a bird with a human mind to save humanity, featuring both C64 and Spectrum versions.

Details

Overview

Step back in time with Metabolis, a remastered emulated version of the surreal platformer originally released by Gremlin Graphics in 1985 for the Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum. Experience the unique adventure where you are transformed into a bird with a human mind, tasked with saving humanity from the invading Kremins who have turned your loved ones into lesser creatures.

Highlights

Relive a classic surreal platformer from 1985, featuring both Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum versions.
Explore an expansive world, dodge enemies, and collect vital items as a bird with a human intellect.
Developed by the prolific Gremlin Graphics and published by Pixel Games UK, this single-player adventure offers a unique premise.

Who It's For

Fans of retro gaming, surreal adventures, and 2D platformers will find a unique challenge in Metabolis. Players who enjoy exploration and arcade-style action will appreciate this blast from the past.

Game Info

Developer: Gremlin Graphics
Publisher: Pixel Games UK
Release Date: February 9, 2023
Genre: Action, Adventure
Features: Single-player, Partial Controller Support, Steam Cloud, Family Sharing