Download Lode Runner - DOS, Mac OS game

Originally released in 1983, Lode Runner became one of the defining puzzle-platform games thanks to its brilliant combination of action and strategy. Players collect treasure while digging temporary holes to trap pursuing enemies, creating endless opportunities for clever escapes and creative problem solving. Every stage introduces fresh layouts that encourage planning rather than reckless movement. Despite its simple visuals, the gameplay remains remarkably addictive and endlessly replayable. It also teaches an unusual life lesson: digging holes behind you can occasionally solve problems, although real-world employers may disagree with that strategy.

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Play Lode Runner online for free Download Lode Runner - for DOS

To launch the game, run loderunn/lode.com.

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Lode Runner review

PC Magazine (1984): "Not only is Lode Runner a whole lot of fun; it also challenges the mind and creativity of the user by providing a glimpse into the artistry of creating a computer game. I am constitutionally opposed to awarding a perfect score to anyone or anything, but Lode Runner comes very close. It could use a few touch-ups on sound effects and perhaps more representative packaging. On PC Magazine's game rating scale, Lode Runner runs off with a lot of gold."

More information on Lode Runner

Status: abandonware
Also published for: Apple II, Atari 8-bit, C64, VIC-20, NES, ZX Spectrum, MSX, Atari ST, BBC Micro, PlayStation, SNES, Amstrad CPC, Game Boy
Abandonware DOS views: 29772

Awards won by Lode Runner:

1983 - Computer Game of the Year, Electronic Games Arcade Awards (Apple II).
1983 - Gamespot Greatest PC Games of all Time.
1983 - Great game, Game Informer Greatest Games (pre-1996) (Apple II, VIC-20, C64, PC booter, Spectrum, Atari XL/XE, SG-1000, XBLA, Windows, iPod, Macintosh, VC, PSN, BBC Micro, Lynx, PSone, NES, SNES, Amstrad).
Selected for 1001 Video Games You Must Play Before You Die.
Selected for All-TIME 100 video games TIME.com.
Selected for GameSpy's Greatest PC Games of All Time: The '80s.

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More levels 04/12/2022 00:30
"i only need more levels"
You can make more with the game! just use a black 'B' disk in drive 'B' for the levels.
igora 14/10/2019 20:12
Love the game...43 right now, still playing it, even brought back a 386 to live, thing crashed...anyway had a really good time then and now. i only need more levels.
I know there are more.
Best
Dustysilicon 28/05/2015 19:43
At the time of it's release, Bill Gates stated it was his favorite game.

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