Wiz
A wizard transformed into a bouncing ball. The player guides Wiz through the color-drained stages and uses his shots against enemies.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Joystick Up | Move upward |
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Joystick Down | Move downward |
Joystick Left | Move left |
Joystick Right | Move right |
Joystick Fire | Fire Wiz’s weapon |
Control notes
Uses a connected Commodore 64 joystick.
The exact movement behavior changes with Wiz’s form and the stage environment.
How it plays
How does Wizball play?
Each stage is a horizontally scrolling landscape viewed from the side. Wiz moves through open sections, fires at enemies, and gathers droplets associated with different colors. Delivering the required colors restores the scenery and advances the stage objective.
The game supports single-player and two-player play. Nifta can assist with color collection, while the player must manage movement, attacks, hazards, and the changing color requirements. Progress depends on completing the restoration task rather than simply reaching the far right of a level.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Wizball?
Prioritize the droplets needed for the current color objective instead of collecting everything indiscriminately. Learn the layout of each scrolling section so that dangerous enemies and narrow routes can be approached with room to maneuver.
Use shooting to create safe space, but keep moving while gathering colors. In two-player play, coordinate Wiz’s movement with Nifta’s collection role rather than splitting attention across unrelated areas.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Nifta
Wiz’s cat companion, who can participate in color collection and two-player play.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Watch the current color requirement and collect the matching droplets first.
- 2
Keep moving through open space instead of hovering near enemy formations.
- 3
Use the scrolling landscape to identify safe routes before committing to a color run.
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