Speedball 2

Speedball 2 - Brutal Deluxe - the 1990 futuristic sports action game for
Commodore 64 from Image Works.

Guide the Brutal Deluxe team through a violent metallic handball league where
skill, speed, and aggression earn victory and cash.

Core loop
- tackle opponents and seize the ball
- score goals or activate bonus multipliers
- upgrade team stats between matches

Systems and items
- power-ups - enhance speed, armor, or throwing power
- score multipliers - bounce the ball off target icons
- coin pickups - fund roster and equipment improvements
- league mode - progress through ranked matches to win championship

Level design and feel
Fast overhead arena with smooth scrolling and constant contact. Matches feature
five-a-side combat with rapid passing and heavy collisions.

Why it is notable
- refined sequel to the original Speedball with deeper team management
- signature metallic graphics and techno soundtrack by Bitmap Brothers
- one of the most acclaimed C64 sports titles of the 1990s

Tips
- hit bonus stars early to stack scoring multipliers
- upgrade goalkeeper first for reliable defense
- use diagonal passes to avoid direct tackles

At a glance
Year - 1990
Developer - The Bitmap Brothers
Design and programming - Mike Montgomery and Eric Matthews
Graphics - Mark Coleman
Music - Nation 12 and David Whittaker
Publisher - Image Works
Genre - Futuristic sports
Players - 1 or 2 simultaneous
Controls - Joystick in port 2