Action · 1983
Lode Runner
Lode Runner is a 1983 puzzle video game, first published by Brøderbund. It is one of the first games to include a level editor, a feature that allows players to create their own levels for the game. This feature bolstered the game's popularity, as magazines such as Computer Gaming World held contests to see who could…
Key facts
- Released
- 30 October 1983
- Genre
- Action · Platformer · Puzzle
- Length
- ≈ 12 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC
- Studio
- Brøderbund Software, Irem
- Publisher
- Banpresto, Microsoft Studios
Where to buy
Why play it
- A 1983 classic that aged well
- "Action" vibe
- ≈ 12h to see the end
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Lode Runner?
Expect about 12 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Lode Runner with friends?
No, Lode Runner is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Lode Runner on?
Lode Runner is available on PC.
What games are like Lode Runner?
In the same spirit: Spelunky Classic, Velocity 2X and Crush.
