Joust

Overview

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.

Developed by

Williams Electronics

Published by

Williams Electronics, Midway Games

Facts

Game modes

Single player, Multiplayer

Player perspectives

Side view

Themes

Action

Series

Joust

Release dates

• Arcade: Jul 16, 1982
• Xbox 360: Oct 2, 2005
• PlayStation 3: May 24, 2007