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Review of Lode Runner on PlayStation

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Mar 1998
Cover image of Lode Runner on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 6.5
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 26 Mar 1998
Genre: Puzzle-platform
Developer: Presage Software
Publisher: Natsume Inc.

Introduction

Welcome to the underground treasure hunting extravaganza that is *Lode Runner* on PlayStation! If you've ever dreamed of wearing a hard hat, digging through levels like a digital mole, and being chased by somewhat clueless enemies, you've hit the jackpot! With a history extending back to the glorious days of the 80s, this lovely little title has officially made it to your console in 1998, replete with nostalgia and pinwheel graphics. Think of it as that vintage wine you only drink on special occasions-if your special occasion involves mining in pixelated mayhem.

Gameplay

The gameplay of *Lode Runner* is as simple as it is addictively delightful! In a nutshell, you're a digger (not that kind, get your mind out of the gutter!) tasked with collecting all the gold while avoiding the ever-pressing clutches of robotic enemies that would love nothing more than to give you an unwelcome hug. Your tools? Mojo and the ability to dig holes. Yeah, you heard right: dig those pesky bad guys into a ditch, and watch them flounder like confused lobsters. The tricky part? The levels are filled with rare resources called logic and patience, in varying amounts. It's like solving a Rubik's Cube... while blindfolded... on a rollercoaster. With single-player and multiplayer modes available, you can also engage your friends in a bumbling race to see who can collect the most gold before getting utterly roasted by mechanical foes. Consider it friendship in the time of treasure hunting... because nothing says 'friendship' like failing together in a frantic pixelated brawl. And let's not forget about the level creation mode! Channel your inner architect and construct levels that will either enlighten your pals or obliterate their hopes and dreams as they struggle to reach that last bit of gold, while you cackle maniacally-because who doesn't love a little chaos?

Graphics

Let's talk graphics-or rather, let's politely applaud them while subtly acknowledging their retro charm. The visuals in *Lode Runner* are reminiscent of a time when 8-bit was the height of sophistication. Picture this: vibrant but blocky characters scuttling about on levels that scream 1998 right into your face. It's like a time capsule whose doors hinge on memories of simpler times. Sure, the graphics haven't changed much since the original, but who needs a photorealistic rendering of a showbiz treasure hunt? This game offers an art style so engaging, it'll have you rethinking your life choices whilst simultaneously plotting your escape route from enemy robots. If only we could dig our way out of those awkward family dinners as easily as we dig holes in the game!

Conclusion

In conclusion, *Lode Runner* on PlayStation is like that quirky uncle who never truly adapts to modern times but charms everyone at the family Christmas party. While it might not win any awards for groundbreaking graphics or innovative gameplay twists, it still captures the spirit of good ol' puzzle-platforming excitement. If you're itching for a fun nostalgia trip that includes digging through levels with a hard hat, or if you just fancy spending a weekend yelling at your pals when they inevitably fall into those cleverly crafted holes you set up, *Lode Runner* is your game! It's a collective experience that guarantees laughter and exasperation-what more could you want? So go on, grab your controller, throw on some snacks, and prepare yourself for a retro adventure that will have you saying, 'Why are we all still friends after this?' Because at the end of the day, it's all about digging deep for treasure and friendship-just not literally, please.

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