Pitfall! Classic
Atari 2600 · Platformer
Pitfall II: Lost Caverns
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1983 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Activision |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Pitfall |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Developed by Activision, Pitfall II: Lost Caverns arrived on the Atari 2600 in 1983 as a platformer.
It landed about 6 years into the 2600's life. Other notable 2600 releases from 1983 include Mario Bros., E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial and Halloween. Among the 31 2600 platformers in our database, it ranks #7 by legacy score.
It is part of the Pitfall series. The series also appears on other systems with Pitfall: The Mayan Adventure (SNES) and Pitfall: The Mayan Adventure (Genesis). Activision also made River Raid, Kaboom! and Barnstorming for the 2600.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Pitfall II: Lost Caverns is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Pitfall II: Lost Caverns walkthroughs & guides
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Playing 2600 games today
Most 2600 games are built for short, score-chasing sessions, which makes them perfect for a quick nostalgia hit. Original hardware is cheap and plentiful, the Atari 2600+ reissue plays original cartridges on modern TVs, and official collections such as Atari 50 bundle many first-party classics.
Pitfall II: Lost Caverns FAQ
When did Pitfall II: Lost Caverns come out on the 2600?
Pitfall II: Lost Caverns was released for the Atari 2600 in 1983.
Who made Pitfall II: Lost Caverns?
It was developed by Activision.
Is Pitfall II: Lost Caverns multiplayer?
No. Pitfall II: Lost Caverns is a single-player game.
How long does Pitfall II: Lost Caverns take to play?
As a platformer, Pitfall II: Lost Caverns typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Pitfall II: Lost Caverns on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.