Lifeboat is an arcade developed by Nintendo, released 25 October 1983 on Game & Watch.
What Lifeboat is
Lifeboat is an arcade game developed by Nintendo and released in 1983. It is available on Game & Watch only.
The premise, in the publisher's words
Lifeboat is a multi-screen Game & Watch video game released in 1983. Nintendo produced an estimated 500,000 units worldwide. The model number for the game was TC-58. In the game, you'll have to maneuver two lifeboats and catch people who are jumping out of a ship on fire. The game was held similarly to how you would hold a book.
How it plays
It is played from a side view perspective. Its themes are action. It is a single-player game with no multiplayer component.
What it launched against
Lifeboat launched on 25 October 1983, within three weeks of Lode Runner, Spy Hunter and Track & Field.
Released around the same time: Lode Runner, Spy Hunter, Track & Field.
Official trailer
Sourced from the publisher’s YouTube channel. See all 2 videos →
Screenshots
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Quick answers
Lifeboat — frequently asked questions
When did Lifeboat come out?
Lifeboat was released on 25 October 1983 for Game & Watch.
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