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Joust: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

Joust (1982): what the game is about, platforms, developer and rating, in one evergreen guide.

By the Pop Culture Files editorial team3 min read✓ Fact-checked
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Joust (1982) is a fighting, platform, arcade video game developed by Williams Electronics, available on Arcade, PS3, X360. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 76/100 on IGDB.

What is Joust about?

Joust is an arcade game developed by Williams Electronics and released in 1982. It is a platform game that features two-dimensional (2D) graphics. The player uses a button and joystick to control a knight riding a flying ostrich. The object is to progress through levels by defeating groups of enemy knights riding buzzards.

Key details

Joust was released in 1982 and supports single player, multiplayer. Platforms: Arcade, PS3, X360. Developer: Williams Electronics.

Should you play Joust?

A solid 76/100 aggregate score makes Joust a safe pick for fans of fighting, platform, arcade.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of game is Joust?

Joust is a fighting, platform, arcade game by Williams Electronics, released in 1982.

What platforms is Joust on?

Joust is available on Arcade, PS3, X360.

Is Joust good?

Joust has an aggregate score of 76/100 from critics and players on IGDB.

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