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Title: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on August 26, 2012, 03:35:23 AM
Pitfall may not have been an arcade game but it was certainly adapted to several different consoles.  While the basic gameplay is the same in all of them, it is interesting to see how the game was changed visually and how the sounds were modified based on the capabilities of the each system.  Curiously, the C64 version is the only one with some music on this video.  It turns out that's because it is a homebrew version of the game.   Otherwise, there is no real music for any version of Pitfall.  Enjoy!  :) 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=en ... JNYgNcO4Qk (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreen&NR=1&v=MJNYgNcO4Qk)

This is the real version for the C64.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rAAoJWYi ... h_response (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rAAoJWYiV-c&feature=watch_response)
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: onthinice on August 26, 2012, 05:07:00 AM
The 5200 version blew me away. That is a nice looking version of Pitfall.
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on August 26, 2012, 05:09:26 AM
Quote from: "onthinice"The 5200 version blew me away. That is a nice looking version of Pitfall.

The 5200 version definitely looks great.  I think it may be the best looking of all these versions also.  The only thing I don't like so much is the sound Harry makes when he runs.  It sounds like his pants are just rubbing between his legs!  I prefer more of the stepping sound from any of the other versions.  :)
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: onthinice on August 26, 2012, 05:14:33 AM
I have the two port 5200 and have always heard that Pitfall will not play on that model. I have Pitfall II for the 5200 and it plays fine. Any thoughts? The 5200 version did come after the 2600 so maybe Harry's legs got chaffed from running so much. :D
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on August 26, 2012, 05:17:55 AM
Quote from: "onthinice"I have the two port 5200 and have always heard that Pitfall will not play on that model. I have Pitfall II for the 5200 and it plays fine. Any thoughts? The 5200 version did come after the 2600 so maybe Harry's legs got chaffed from running so much. :D

I have heard the same thing and I'm not sure why that is.  I have both the two- and four-port 5200's so I just play it on the four-port version.  Pitfall II plays just fine on either one.  Maybe someone else here knows why the issue with Pitfall on the two-port 5200.
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: onthinice on August 26, 2012, 05:20:38 AM
Thanks again for the video TrekMD. I hope someone might know the answer to Pitfall?
Title: Pitfall!
Post by: zapiy on August 26, 2012, 11:36:35 AM
Great stuff fella. The 5200 version does look nice but sluggish compared to the others I guess that's the trade off back then.
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on August 26, 2012, 16:56:06 PM
Quote from: "zapiy"Great stuff fella. The 5200 version does look nice but sluggish compared to the others I guess that's the trade off back then.

I suppose that is the trade off.  It may be related to the controllers also. 
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TL on September 03, 2012, 15:50:50 PM
Check the interviews section if you want to ask Pitfall creator David Crane some questions!  8)
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on September 03, 2012, 15:51:40 PM
I already posted some to get the ball rolling!
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TL on September 06, 2012, 18:47:13 PM
Don't forget the Jaguar version where the original 2600 game is included as a bonus extra!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBWP5FS33P8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBWP5FS33P8)
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on September 06, 2012, 18:51:35 PM
I really like this version of Pitfall also because it still has many aspects in common with the original Pitfall. 
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: onthinice on September 06, 2012, 19:14:58 PM
You mean besides the name? :D
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on September 06, 2012, 19:18:48 PM
Quote from: "onthinice"You mean besides the name? :P
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: Shadowrunner on September 06, 2012, 19:35:22 PM
Quote from: "TrekMD"I really like this version of Pitfall also because it still has many aspects in common with the original Pitfall.

I bought this game on the Genesis years ago and enjoyed it but always thought the control was a little off.  Not too long ago I finally picked up the Jag version and couldn't believe how much better the control was. I knew the graphics would be better but I had no idea how much better the Jag version was.
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TL on September 06, 2012, 20:02:58 PM
Quote from: "Shadowrunner"
Quote from: "TrekMD"I really like this version of Pitfall also because it still has many aspects in common with the original Pitfall.

I bought this game on the Genesis years ago and enjoyed it but always thought the control was a little off.  Not too long ago I finally picked up the Jag version and couldn't believe how much better the control was. I knew the graphics would be better but I had no idea how much better the Jag version was.

Totally! I often hear people call the Jag version another lame 16-bit port and say its no better than the MD and SNES versions but they couldn't be more wrong. The Jag version is a big upgrade IMO with much better graphics, better gameplay and wonderful sound too. A very under rated game for the Jag.
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on September 06, 2012, 20:26:29 PM
I think people will just underrate anything that is Jaguar related without laying a finger on the system!  You know, the voice of the ignorant experts!
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: onthinice on September 06, 2012, 21:20:00 PM
Are we talking about the same Pitfall game for the Jaguar?
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TL on September 06, 2012, 21:26:40 PM
Quote from: "onthinice"Are we talking about the same Pitfall game for the Jaguar?

There is only one! I did post a video!  :P
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: onthinice on September 06, 2012, 21:32:09 PM
Okay, I have the correct game. Just wondering what everyone likes about this version? I have the Atari Jaguar, Genesis, 32X and Sega CD versions.
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: Shadowrunner on September 06, 2012, 22:10:52 PM
Quote from: "onthinice"Okay, I have the correct game. Just wondering what everyone likes about this version? I have the Atari Jaguar, Genesis, 32X and Sega CD versions.

Ive never tried the 32X or Sega CD versions, how do they compare?
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TL on September 06, 2012, 22:19:57 PM
I have the Mega CD version, it's the next best version after the Jag.

Reasons why the Jag version is the best:


Also the box claims that it contains gameplay not found in the other versions but I am not 100% sure what this is.
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on September 06, 2012, 22:30:45 PM
Quote from: "The Laird"Also the box claims that it contains gameplay not found in the other versions but I am not 100% sure what this is.

It would be interesting to find out what this is!
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: onthinice on September 07, 2012, 15:31:46 PM
Good reasons to like the Jaguar version. I like the 32X version for the same reasons as Laird likes the Mega CD version. Pitfall on the 32X is probably the best you will find for a Sega System.

Maybe we need a TrekMD comparison video? Or is there one posted?
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on September 07, 2012, 18:04:46 PM
Quote from: "onthinice"Maybe we need a TrekMD comparison video? Or is there one posted?

Haven't seen videos comparing these newer versions of Pitfall in YouTube.  I'd have to search to see if there are any.
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: onthinice on September 07, 2012, 19:03:52 PM
Sounds good.
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on September 07, 2012, 19:10:10 PM
Here is what I've found:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCDgoOrkp58 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCDgoOrkp58)

Seems to be the only comparison of newer versions of Pitfall!
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: onthinice on September 07, 2012, 19:13:11 PM
That is a start. Thanks TrekMD!
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on September 07, 2012, 19:17:07 PM
Well, at least you can look at the video Laird posted and compare to this latter one I posted.  :)
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: onthinice on September 07, 2012, 19:18:55 PM
Good idea!
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TL on September 11, 2012, 22:11:44 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lk7p5GxACP0 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lk7p5GxACP0)
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on September 11, 2012, 23:40:18 PM
Nice video!  Can we play with the original Pitfall Harry on the Jaguar?
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on September 12, 2012, 17:30:16 PM
This was just posted at Intellivision Revolution! (//http)

(http://intellivisionrevolution.com/files/resized/36721/598;722;fb15006d31490e5b3b1ad8a84c1ec74fb6afccc4.png)
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TL on September 12, 2012, 17:35:10 PM
That's awesome!

In the new Retro Gamer (Issue 107) out today there is a complete history of Pitfall!  8)
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on September 12, 2012, 17:36:28 PM
Quote from: "The Laird"That's awesome!

In the new Retro Gamer (Issue 107) out today there is a complete history of Pitfall!  8)

That is also awesome! 
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TL on September 23, 2012, 23:38:26 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=pl ... bxoyyZdmuM (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=jbxoyyZdmuM)
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on September 23, 2012, 23:47:27 PM
LOL  That was good! 
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on September 23, 2012, 23:51:17 PM
Here is Pitfall as you've never seen it before!  Crochet edition along with a crochet edition 2600!

(http://www.newlaunches.com/entry_images/0208/05/knit_game_Atari%2BPitfall_1.jpg)

(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/126/391608145_5816aa9d89.jpg)
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: Shadowrunner on September 24, 2012, 01:46:42 AM
I didn't know you were so handy with a crochet needle Trek!   :P
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on September 24, 2012, 01:48:07 AM
Quote from: "Shadowrunner"I didn't know you were so handy with a crochet needle Trek!   :P

LOL
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: onthinice on September 26, 2012, 01:19:17 AM
LOL! That must have taken some time.
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TL on June 09, 2013, 13:51:49 PM
Just came across this, very long but very interesting:

Pitfall Classic Postmortem With David Crane Panel at GDC 2011 (Atari 2600) (//http)
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: TrekMD on June 09, 2013, 15:14:04 PM
I'll have to watch this later.  Thanks for posting it!
Title: Re: Pitfall!
Post by: Cryptic33 on June 09, 2013, 17:36:08 PM
Yeah, it goes on a bit so I've added it to my play list in YouTube. Thanks again Laird, you the man ;)