David Crane's Pitfall II: Lost Caverns 5200 box art

Atari 5200 · Action

David Crane's Pitfall II: Lost Caverns

SystemAtari 5200
GenreAction
DeveloperActivision
PublisherActivision
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Atari 5200, David Crane's Pitfall II: Lost Caverns is an action game developed by Activision.

Activision also made Pitfall!, Kaboom! and Megamania for the 5200.

David Crane's Pitfall II: Lost Caverns is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the 5200 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing David Crane's Pitfall II: Lost Caverns is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

David Crane's Pitfall II: Lost Caverns gameplay screenshot on 5200
In-game screenshot (5200)

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Playing 5200 games today

The 5200 library is small and arcade-focused, so it suits players who enjoy classic coin-op ports. The original non-centering joysticks are famously fragile, which is why many collectors use refurbished or modern replacement controllers.

David Crane's Pitfall II: Lost Caverns FAQ

Who made David Crane's Pitfall II: Lost Caverns?

It was developed by Activision.

Is David Crane's Pitfall II: Lost Caverns multiplayer?

No. David Crane's Pitfall II: Lost Caverns is a single-player game.

How long does David Crane's Pitfall II: Lost Caverns take to play?

As an action game, David Crane's 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.

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