As one of the most popular video games of the late 1980s, Wizball captured the imagination of a generation of gamers. Developed by Sensible Software and published by Ocean Software, the game offered a unique combination of action, strategy, and puzzle-solving gameplay.

Building on the success of the original game, Wizball II: The Story of Wizkid was developed and released for the Commodore 64 in 1992. The game offered a familiar mix of gameplay elements, including platforming, shooting, and puzzle-solving, but also introduced new mechanics and expanded on the game’s story.

One of the most notable changes in Wizball II was the introduction of a new protagonist. In the original game, players controlled the titular Wizball, a bouncing ball with the ability to shoot magic bullets and collect paint drops to restore color to a black-and-white world. In Wizball II, players took on the role of Wizkid, a young wizard who must rescue his father, who has been captured by the evil Zark. To aid him in his quest, Wizkid has a companion in the form of a magic cat named Nifta.

Wizkid’s abilities were similar to those of the Wizball, but the game also introduced a new mechanic in the form of “colour bombs”. These special items allowed the player to change the color of enemies and objects, making them vulnerable to attack. Additionally, Wizkid could transform into various forms, including a frog, a fish, and a bird, each with their own unique abilities.

The game’s levels were designed to be more open-ended than those of the original game, allowing for more exploration and discovery. The game also featured larger, more detailed sprites and environments, taking advantage of the increased capabilities of the Commodore 64 hardware.

Despite its improvements, Wizball II was not able to replicate the success of its predecessor. Sensible Software would go on to develop a variety of successful games for the Commodore 64 and other platforms, including the popular Sensible Soccer series.

Today, Wizball and Wizball II are remembered as classics of the Commodore 64 era, beloved for their unique gameplay, charming graphics, and memorable music. In recent years, the games have enjoyed renewed interest thanks to retro gaming communities, and have even been re-released for modern platforms such as the Nintendo Switch.

For fans of the series, the enduring appeal of Wizball and Wizball II lies in their combination of action, puzzle-solving, and exploration gameplay, as well as their colorful charm and whimsical sense of humor. While Wizball II may not have achieved the same level of success as its predecessor, it remains a beloved chapter in the ongoing story of the Wiz franchise.

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