Mouse Trap ColecoVision box art

ColecoVision · Action

Mouse Trap

SystemColecoVision
GenreAction
DeveloperExidy, Inc.
PublisherColeco Industries, Inc.
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 6

Mouse Trap is an action game released for the ColecoVision, developed by Exidy, Inc. and published by Coleco Industries, Inc..

Among the 47 ColecoVision action games in our database, it ranks #3 by legacy score.

Exidy, Inc. also made Venture, Pepper II and Victory for the ColecoVision.

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

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 have a friend to play against

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Mouse Trap 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.

Mouse Trap gameplay screenshot on ColecoVision
In-game screenshot (ColecoVision)

Mouse Trap walkthroughs & guides

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Playing ColecoVision games today

The ColecoVision's library is small but rich in faithful coin-op conversions, and homebrew developers still release new cartridges for it today.

Mouse Trap FAQ

Who made Mouse Trap?

It was developed by Exidy, Inc. and published by Coleco Industries, Inc..

Is Mouse Trap multiplayer?

Yes. Mouse Trap supports up to 2 players.

How long does Mouse Trap take to play?

As an action game, Mouse Trap 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 Mouse Trap 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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