Intellivision · Action
Venture
Deep cut
| System | Intellivision |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Exidy, Inc. |
| Publisher | Coleco Industries, Inc. |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Exidy, Inc. and published by Coleco Industries, Inc., Venture arrived on the Intellivision as an action game.
Among the 49 Intellivision action games in our database, it ranks #15 by legacy score.
Exidy, Inc. also made Mouse Trap for the Intellivision.
Venture 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 Venture 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.
Venture walkthroughs & guides
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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.
Venture FAQ
Who made Venture?
It was developed by Exidy, Inc. and published by Coleco Industries, Inc..
Is Venture multiplayer?
Yes. Venture supports up to 2 players.
How long does Venture take to play?
As an action game, Venture 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 Venture 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.