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Lode Runner 3-D
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Big Bang Software |
| Publisher | Infogrames |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Lode Runner |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Lode Runner 3-D is a puzzle game released in 1999 for the Nintendo 64, developed by Big Bang Software and published by Infogrames.
It landed about 3 years into the N64's life. Other notable N64 releases from 1999 include Resident Evil 2, Super Smash Bros. and Donkey Kong 64. Among the 10 N64 puzzle games in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.
It is part of the Lode Runner series. The series also appears on other systems with Championship Lode Runner (NES).
Lode Runner 3-D is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the N64 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Lode Runner 3-D is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
Lode Runner 3-D cheats & codes
37 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Activator 1 P1 | D0159A72 0000 |
|---|---|
| Activator 2 P1 | D0159A73 0000 |
| Dual Activator P1 | D1159A72 0000 |
| Activator 1 P1 | D018DA94 0000 |
| Activator 2 P1 | D018DA95 0000 |
| Dual Activator P1 | D118DA94 0000 |
Lode Runner 3-D walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Lode Runner 3-D.
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Lode Runner 3-D FAQ
When did Lode Runner 3-D come out on the N64?
Lode Runner 3-D was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999.
Who made Lode Runner 3-D?
It was developed by Big Bang Software and published by Infogrames.
Is Lode Runner 3-D multiplayer?
No. Lode Runner 3-D is a single-player game.
How long does Lode Runner 3-D take to play?
As a puzzle game, Lode Runner 3-D 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 Lode Runner 3-D 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.