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Intellivision · Action
River Raid
| System | Intellivision |
|---|---|
| Released | 1983 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Activision |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Intellivision in 1983, River Raid is an action game developed by Activision.
It landed about 4 years into the Intellivision's life. Other notable Intellivision releases from 1983 include Defender, Beamrider and Advanced Dungeons & Dragons: Treasure of Tarmin.
Activision also made Beamrider, Happy Trails and Pitfall! for the Intellivision.
River Raid 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 Intellivision hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing River Raid 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.
If you like River Raid, the Matrix also picks…
Kaboom! Classic
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Frogger Classic
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Playing Intellivision games today
Intellivision games reward patience: many are slower, more strategic designs than their Atari rivals. Official compilations have kept a large part of the library available on modern platforms.
River Raid FAQ
When did River Raid come out on the Intellivision?
River Raid was released for the Intellivision in 1983.
Who made River Raid?
It was developed by Activision.
Is River Raid multiplayer?
Yes. River Raid supports up to 2 players.
How long does River Raid take to play?
As an action game, River Raid 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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