Keystone Kapers ColecoVision box art

ColecoVision · Platformer / Action

Keystone Kapers

SystemColecoVision
GenrePlatformer, Action
DeveloperActivision
PublisherActivision
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 5

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

Among the 18 ColecoVision platformers in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.

Activision also made Pitfall!, River Raid and H.E.R.O. for the ColecoVision.

Keystone Kapers supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

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 have a friend to play against

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives

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 ColecoVision
In-game screenshot (ColecoVision)

Keystone Kapers walkthroughs & guides

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Keystone Kapers FAQ

Who made Keystone Kapers?

It was developed by Activision.

Is Keystone Kapers multiplayer?

Yes. Keystone Kapers supports up to 2 players.

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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