Rock n' Bolt ColecoVision box art

ColecoVision · Action

Rock n' Bolt

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SystemColecoVision
GenreAction
DeveloperActivision
PublisherTelegames
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the ColecoVision, Rock n' Bolt is an action game developed by Activision and published by Telegames.

Among the 47 ColecoVision action games in our database, it ranks #24 by legacy score.

Activision also made Pitfall!, River Raid and Keystone Kapers for the ColecoVision.

Rock n' Bolt 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
  • you've played the ColecoVision hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Rock n' Bolt 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.

Rock n' Bolt gameplay screenshot on ColecoVision
In-game screenshot (ColecoVision)

Rock n' Bolt 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.

Rock n' Bolt FAQ

Who made Rock n' Bolt?

It was developed by Activision and published by Telegames.

Is Rock n' Bolt multiplayer?

Yes. Rock n' Bolt supports up to 2 players.

How long does Rock n' Bolt take to play?

As an action game, Rock n' Bolt 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 Rock n' Bolt 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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