Pitfall II: Lost Caverns Deep cut
Commodore 64 · Platformer
Pitfall!
Certified classic
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Activision |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Pitfall |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 6 |
Released for the Commodore 64, Pitfall! is a platformer developed by Activision.
Among the 156 C64 platformers in our database, it ranks #7 by legacy score.
It is part of the Pitfall series; on the C64 you can also try Pitfall II: Lost Caverns. The series also appears on other systems with Pitfall: The Mayan Adventure (SNES) and Pitfall: The Mayan Adventure (Genesis). Activision also made Alter Ego, The Great American Cross-Country Road Race and River Raid for the C64.
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)
- you want to experience one of the C64's defining games
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! 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! walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Pitfall!.
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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.
Pitfall! FAQ
Who made Pitfall!?
It was developed by Activision.
Is Pitfall! multiplayer?
No. Pitfall! is a single-player game.
How long does Pitfall! take to play?
As a platformer, Pitfall! 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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