Lode Runner's Rescue C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Action

Lode Runner's Rescue

SystemCommodore 64
Released1985
GenreAction
PublisherSynapse Software
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 3

Lode Runner's Rescue is an action game released in 1985 for the Commodore 64, published by Synapse Software.

It landed about 3 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1985 include Entombed, Mail Order Monsters and Racing Destruction Set.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

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)

Maybe skip it if…

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

What playing Lode Runner's Rescue 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.

Lode Runner's Rescue walkthroughs & guides

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Playing C64 games today

C64 games loaded from cassette or floppy disk, and many reward patience and practice. The THEC64 reissues make original-style play easy on modern TVs, and Rec0m88 supports the C64 if you own your games.

Lode Runner's Rescue FAQ

When did Lode Runner's Rescue come out on the C64?

Lode Runner's Rescue was released for the Commodore 64 in 1985.

Who made Lode Runner's Rescue?

published by Synapse Software.

Is Lode Runner's Rescue multiplayer?

No. Lode Runner's Rescue is a single-player game.

How long does Lode Runner's Rescue take to play?

As an action game, Lode Runner's Rescue 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 Lode Runner's Rescue 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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