How do I play Run for Gold online?

Click the 'Start Game' button to load Run for Gold in your browser's C64 emulator. No downloads required - the game runs directly in your web browser using JavaScript.

What are the controls for Run for Gold?

Use WASD keys for movement and Left SHIFT for the fire button on Joystick 1, or use arrow keys with Left CTRL for Joystick 2. You can swap joystick ports using the joystick swap button.

Can I save my progress in Run for Gold?

Yes! Use the save snapshot button (floppy disk icon) to save your game state, and the restore snapshot button (folder icon) to load it later. This works like a save state feature.

Who created Run for Gold?

Run for Gold was developed by (Unknown) in 1985 and published by Hill MacGibbon.

Play Run for Gold – Athletics C64 Game (1985)

Game Information

Run for Gold

Publisher: Hill MacGibbon

Genre: Athletics

Developer: (Unknown)

Year: 1985

C64 Type: PAL

Played: 1 Times

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About Run for Gold

Run for Gold is a athletics game for the Commodore 64 that was released in 1985. The game was developed by (Unknown) and published by Hill MacGibbon.

Now you can play Run for Gold online, directly in your web browser! Our Commodore 64 emulator brings this retro gaming experience to life without requiring any downloads or plugins. Just click "Start Game" and enjoy this piece of gaming history.

Joystick Controls

Joystick 1:

Left: A
Right: D
Up: W
Down: S
Fire: Left SHIFT

Joystick 2:

Left: ←
Right: →
Up: ↑
Down: ↓
Fire: Left CTRL

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We offer no C64 downloads due to copyright.

How to Play Run for Gold

Getting Started

Click the "Start Game" button to load Run for Gold directly in your browser. This Athletics game from 1985 runs using our Commodore 64 emulator - no downloads, plugins, or installation required.

Game Controls

Use the keyboard controls shown in the Joystick Controls section above. By default:

Movement: WASD keys or Arrow keys
Action/Fire: Left SHIFT or Left CTRL
Switch Joysticks: Click the joystick swap icon if the controls don't respond