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ColecoVision · Shooter / Action
Threshold
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| System | ColecoVision |
|---|---|
| Released | 1984 (originally 1981) |
| Genre | Shooter, Action |
| Developer | Sierra |
| Publisher | Sierra On-Line |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Threshold is a shooter released in 1984 for the ColecoVision, developed by Sierra and published by Sierra On-Line. This ColecoVision release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1981. It blends shooter and action elements.
It landed about 2 years into the ColecoVision's life. Other notable ColecoVision releases from 1984 include Dr. Seuss' Fix-Up the Mix-Up Puzzler, Brain Strainers and Cabbage Patch Kids: Adventures in the Park. Among the 6 ColecoVision shooters in our database, it ranks #3 by legacy score.
Sierra also made Oil's Well, Learning with Leeper and Sammy Lightfoot for the ColecoVision.
Threshold is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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've played the ColecoVision hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Threshold is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Threshold walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Threshold.
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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.
Threshold FAQ
When did Threshold come out on the ColecoVision?
Threshold was released for the ColecoVision in 1984; the original game dates back to 1981.
Who made Threshold?
It was developed by Sierra and published by Sierra On-Line.
Is Threshold multiplayer?
No. Threshold is a single-player game.
How long does Threshold take to play?
As a shooter, Threshold 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 Threshold 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.