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Boulder Dash

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Also known as
Boulder Dash - Starring: Rockford Boulder Dash Vol. 1 Champion Boulder Dash バルダーダッシュ

Dig through caves to collect diamonds while avoiding enemies and falling boulders.

Boulder Dash was originally released in 1984 for Atari 8-bit computers. The Game Boy version was released in 1990 by First Star Software.

About Boulder Dash

Boulder Dash is a game where the player controls Rockford, navigating caves to gather diamonds. A specific quantity of these jewels must be obtained in each stage to unlock an exit.

The environment contains both hostile creatures and boulders that can be dislodged. These falling rocks present a dual risk, capable of eliminating enemies or the player character. Progression through the sixteen levels introduces more complex puzzles and tighter time constraints, making the later stages challenging.

Five selectable skill settings modify the primary objectives, altering the required diamond count and the time available for completion.

Boulder Dash Screenshots

9 images
Title screen (one or two players)
World selection
Each world holds five levels. Complete the first three to unlock the final two.
You start with three lives.
First world gameplay
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Second world gameplay
Third world gameplay
Final world gameplay