Keystone Kapers 5200 box art

Atari 5200 · Platformer / Action

Keystone Kapers

Deep cut

SystemAtari 5200
GenrePlatformer, Action
DeveloperActivision
PublisherActivision
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 5

Released for the Atari 5200, Keystone Kapers is a platformer developed by Activision. It blends platformer and action elements.

Among the 12 5200 platformers in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.

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

Keystone Kapers is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to run, jump and explore
  • 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 get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Keystone Kapers 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.

Keystone Kapers gameplay screenshot on 5200
In-game screenshot (5200)

Keystone Kapers walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Keystone Kapers.

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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.

Keystone Kapers FAQ

Who made Keystone Kapers?

It was developed by Activision.

Is Keystone Kapers multiplayer?

No. Keystone Kapers is a single-player game.

How long does Keystone Kapers take to play?

As a platformer, Keystone Kapers 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 Keystone Kapers 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.

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