Gold Rush! Classic

Gold Rush! takes you back to the year 1849, when gold was discovered in California. It was certainly one of the most exciting times in American history. Gold Rush! includes the three routes tens of thousands took to the gold regions. Become Jerrod Wilson and experience each trek as you travel from New York to California.

Gold Rush! Classic is a adventure, action and pixel graphics game developed by The Software Farm, Sunlight Games and Sierra Entertainment and published by Sunlight Games.
Released on July 25th 2014 is available in English only on Windows.

It has received 400 reviews of which 287 were positive and 113 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. 😐

The game is currently priced at 1.01€ on Steam and has a 66% discount.

The Steam community has classified Gold Rush! Classic into these genres:

Adventure Action Pixel Graphics Historical 1980s America Third Person Difficult Retro Singleplayer Point & Click Western 2D Anime Funny Exploration Hidden Object Hunting Classic Grand Strategy

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Requirements

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Windows

OS *: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8 or 10
Processor: Pentium 200 MHz
Storage: 30 MB available space

Reviews

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Dec. 2024

10/10

Nov. 2024

If you grew up with MS-DOS it's an instant classic.

Sept. 2024

good classic

March 2024

as a dunce, i dont know much, but i do know where the gold at

Dec. 2023

Released in 1988, Gold Rush is a shining example of classic adventure gaming. The attention to historical detail is commendable, immersing the player in the hardships and triumphs of those seeking fortune in the 19th century. The pixel art is charming and the carefully designed landscapes, towns, and characters come together to create an atmosphere that is both captivating and authentic. The soundtrack, though simple, complements the experience beautifully, enhancing the sense of adventure and discovery. One of the standout features of "Gold Rush" is its emphasis on decision-making and consequences. Choices you make as Jerrod have a ripple effect on the story, making each playthrough feel unique and personal. The non-linear narrative encourages exploration and experimentation, allowing players to uncover different facets of the story with each playthrough. That being said, the game is difficult. You can die in many unexpected and sudden ways (save often!) and time is of essence. If you haven't completed some steps by a certain time, you won't be able to get back to them. Also, if you have missed an item in the start, you might find yourself unable to proceed during later stages of the game. The text parser adds to the adventure feeling. However, the trial and error can be frustrating, especially since there are timed events. If you embark on this adventure with the awareness that the game is indeed difficult and is not a modern point and click adventure, you'll discover a virtual gold mine of entertainment. So, grab your virtual pickaxe and dive in – the gold is there for those willing to undertake the challenge.

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