Freedroid

Remake of the classic C64 game Paradroid.

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Freedroid: A Remake of Paradroid

Freedroid is a GPL licensed remake of the adored C64 game Paradroid, crafted by Johannes Prix and others. Players control the 001 influence device to clear a freighter of malicious robots. The game features an engaging logic subgame where players compete to connect electrical circuits faster than their opponents.

Originally developed for DOS, Linux, and Windows, Freedroid has now been successfully ported to Android, boasting on-screen joystick emulation for smooth gameplay. Enjoy the retro charm and strategic challenges of Freedroid as you navigate through the robot-infested freighter!

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By:: Reinhard Prix
Downloads:: 15,450+ 13
Rating:: 4.60

(341)
Version:: 1.2.3 (Last updated: 2024-01-13)
Version code:: 130
Creation date:: 2012-12-21
Size:: 29.11M
Email:: re*****@posteo.de
URLs:: Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:: See detailed description
Source:: Google Play Store
Updated:: a day ago

Ranking

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User reviews

Pros

Faithful remake of the original Paradroid
Great support from the developers
Runs well and is enjoyable
Looks authentic to the C64 version
Brings back good memories for fans of the original game

Cons

Controls are difficult, especially in mini-games
Transfer battles are almost impossible to manage
Analog control causes mistakes in faster-paced scenarios
Some users experienced crashes after updates
UI can be overly sensitive

Most mentioned

Controls are frustrating
Faithful port of the original game
Great nostalgia factor for players
Developers have made improvements to controls over time
Supportive and responsive developers

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User reviews

Poor controls, especially in wiring mini game

Mathias Lindroth, 2025-01-27

Loved Paradroid on the C64 and was excited to discover this. What a disappointment. It appeared to be a faithful remake if the original but controls in the takeover sequence make it impossible. Sadly uninstalling.