Gold Rush! Classic on Steam - User reviews, Price & Information

Quick menu

Gold Rush! takes you back to the year 1849, when gold was discovered in California. It was certainly one of the most exciting times in American history. Gold Rush! includes the three routes tens of thousands took to the gold regions. Become Jerrod Wilson and experience each trek as you travel from New York to California.

Gold Rush! Classic is a adventure, action and pixel graphics game developed by The Software Farm, Sunlight Games and Sierra Entertainment and published by Sunlight Games.
Released on July 25th 2014 is available in English only on Windows.

It has received 407 reviews of which 293 were positive and 114 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. 😐

The game is currently priced at 2.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for 0.24€ on Gamivo.

The Steam community has classified Gold Rush! Classic into these genres:

Adventure Action Pixel Graphics Historical 1980s America Third Person Difficult Retro Singleplayer Point & Click Western 2D Anime Funny Exploration Hidden Object Hunting Classic Grand Strategy

Media & Screenshots

Get an in-depth look at Gold Rush! Classic through various videos and screenshots.

Gold Rush! Classic screenshot
Gold Rush! Classic screenshot
Gold Rush! Classic screenshot
Gold Rush! Classic screenshot
Gold Rush! Classic screenshot
Gold Rush! Classic screenshot
Gold Rush! Classic screenshot
Gold Rush! Classic screenshot
Gold Rush! Classic screenshot
Gold Rush! Classic screenshot
Gold Rush! Classic screenshot
Gold Rush! Classic screenshot
Gold Rush! Classic screenshot
Gold Rush! Classic screenshot

System requirements

These are the minimum specifications needed to play the game. For the best experience, we recommend that you verify them.

Windows
  • OS *: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8 or 10
  • Processor: Pentium 200 MHz
  • Storage: 30 MB available space

User reviews & Ratings

Explore reviews from Steam users sharing their experiences and what they love about the game.

April 2025
Gold Rush! Classic Has a total of 10 trading cards.
Expand the review
Read the review on Steam
March 2025
Doubtless, strongly suggested for players not scared by parser and ready to spend time reading (pdf manual, I mean, because some information were brought by paper, in order to introduce the story inside the videogame). This is a brick of the past, maybe not so famous like others, but it is a gem, a little bit simpler than Police Quest 1. I was fascinated by the simple, yet genuine story (moreover, based on true American historical facts) and also by the multiple paths you can choose to travel in California. So, are ya still there? Go, grab your pick and join the Gold Rush!
Expand the review
Read the review on Steam
Dec. 2024
Just finished Gold Rush. I played it back in the day (i.e. back in the 80s) and enjoyed it. This is such an 'adorable wee game'. It's a nice depiction of the era and the graphics were good for the time. The puzzles are not too hard but are challenging enough. I only won 221 points so I'll probably replay it at some point so that I can get a full win. All-in-all, very enjoyable. I love this era of Sierra games (as I have mentioned in my other reviews, once they moved away from the parsing interface and into the point-and-click controls, their games lost a lot of their appeal). Gold Rush was great. I kinda wish they had done an SCI (320x200, 16 colours) remake but, alas, no. I think with the enhanced graphics it would have added to the appeal of the game. There are sites out there that detail the differences (like this one http://forums.sierrahelp.com/viewtopic.php?t=3965) but I can't vouch for the site or anything and I'm not affiliated with it - just did a good ol' Google search and this one popped-up. Anyway, I definitely like this game with all its charming little antics. Of course, it's Sierra, so save often. One thing I will say is you are under time pressure in Brooklyn but don't miss anything out otherwise you can leave Brooklyn without some necessary items. Also, this game boasts three different ways to get to California. I booked passage through Panama Canal but there are other ways (which I have not yet played). Enjoy! :-)
Expand the review
Read the review on Steam
Nov. 2024
If you grew up with MS-DOS it's an instant classic.
Expand the review
Read the review on Steam
Sept. 2024
good classic
Expand the review
Read the review on Steam

Similar games

View all
Crossing Souls
Crossing Souls California, 1986: A group of friends discover a mysterious pink stone that allows travel between two realms. This gang will live the summer of their lives in an adventure that will get them involved in a government conspiracy. Control five kids with special skills while fighting and solving puzzles.
Similarity 66%
Price -79% 3.17€
Rating 7.6
Release 13 Feb 2018
View
A Golden Wake
A Golden Wake The rise and fall story of a real estate agent in 1920s Miami. Based on historical events. From Francisco González, creator of the Ben Jordan: Paranormal Investigator series, Shardlight, and Lamplight City.
Similarity 59%
Price 9.99€
Rating 7.0
Release 09 Oct 2014
View
Indiana Jones® and the Infernal Machine™
Indiana Jones® and the Infernal Machine™ The year is 1947. The Nazis have been crushed, the Cold War has begun and Soviet agents are sniffing around the ruins of the fabled Tower of Babel. What are they up to? The CIA recruits renowned archeologist and adventurer, Dr. Henry "Indiana" Jones, to find out.
Similarity 58%
Price 5.89€
Rating 7.7
Release 16 Nov 2018
View
Old School Musical
Old School Musical What has 50 amazing chiptune tracks, a loony story mode, 32 different chicken types to fight, and takes you on a tour of all your favorite retro games? It's Old School Musical! Tib and Rob are the heroes of a wacky adventure that will teach them where all of the bugs in our favorite games come from.
Similarity 58%
Price -97% 0.39€
Rating 8.7
Release 13 Sep 2018
View
Sonic Origins
Sonic Origins Experience the collected adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog in Sonic Origins Plus! With 16 legendary Sonic titles, including 12 Game Gear games, new playable characters, modes, challenges, behind-the-scenes content, and more, this is the definitive way to play these classic games!
Similarity 57%
Price -57% 12.99€
Rating 7.1
Release 22 Jun 2022
View
Retro City Rampage™ DX
Retro City Rampage™ DX OPEN-WORLD carjacking goes back to the '80s in this 8-BIT nostalgic throwback. Run missions! Outrun the law! Rampage the city with weapons, power-ups and vehicles!
Similarity 57%
Price 14.99€
Rating 8.4
Release 11 Nov 2014
View
Narita Boy
Narita Boy Become symphonic in Narita Boy! A radical action-adventure as a legendary pixel hero trapped as a mere echo within the Digital Kingdom. Discover the mysteries behind the Techno-sword, lock swords with the corrupt and tainted Stallions. Save the world!
Similarity 57%
Price -99% 0.33€
Rating 7.5
Release 30 Mar 2021
View
Indiana Jones® and the Emperor's Tomb™
Indiana Jones® and the Emperor's Tomb™ As Indiana Jones, you’ll travel to 1935 China to prevent a powerful artifact from falling into evil hands. This globe-spanning adventure pits you against evil Nazis and the Asian underworld. It’ll take more than just a trusty whip and pistol to avoid the perils of the Emperor’s Tomb.
Similarity 57%
Price 5.89€
Rating 8.7
Release 16 Nov 2018
View
Jet Gunner
Jet Gunner Jet Gunner is a 2D platform action indie game that's full of Nestalgia. Full of action, gunfights, bosses and explosions so if you're into the whole 8-Bit vibe you should love this. From the sound, to the graphics to the flicker, this should pay tribute to those classic hard as nails, run 'n' gun games.
Similarity 57%
Price 0.79€
Rating 7.1
Release 04 Aug 2014
View
The Way
The Way Journey to another planet and discover its secrets in order to bring your loved one back to life. Experience an adventure, inspired by old school classics like Another World, Heart of Darkness and Flashback.
Similarity 57%
Price -96% 0.67€
Rating 7.9
Release 20 May 2016
View
The Mummy Demastered
The Mummy Demastered A powerful ancient evil has arisen, and the war to save humanity has begun! As an elite agent in the monster-hunting Prodigium organization, you must use a variety of weapons, upgrades, and mysterious artifacts to defend mankind against the supernatural hordes of Princess Ahmanet.
Similarity 56%
Price -81% 3.85€
Rating 7.3
Release 24 Oct 2017
View
Shovel Knight: Shovel of Hope
Shovel Knight: Shovel of Hope Shovel Knight is a sweeping classic action-adventure game with awesome gameplay, memorable characters, and an 8-bit retro aesthetic. If you love games with perfect platforming, beautiful art, infectious music, lovable bosses, humor and levity, and real heart… Shovel Knight is for you!
Similarity 56%
Price -61% 5.53€
Rating 8.8
Release 10 Dec 2019
View
More games like Gold Rush! Classic

Frequently Asked Questions

Gold Rush! Classic is currently priced at 2.99€ on Steam.

Gold Rush! Classic is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 2.99€ on Steam.

Gold Rush! Classic received 293 positive votes out of a total of 407 achieving a rating of 6.84.
😐

Gold Rush! Classic was developed by The Software Farm, Sunlight Games and Sierra Entertainment and published by Sunlight Games.

Gold Rush! Classic is playable and fully supported on Windows.

Gold Rush! Classic is not playable on MacOS.

Gold Rush! Classic is not playable on Linux.

Gold Rush! Classic is a single-player game.

Gold Rush! Classic does not currently offer any DLC.

Gold Rush! Classic does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

Gold Rush! Classic does not support Steam Remote Play.

Gold Rush! Classic is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for Gold Rush! Classic.

Data sources

The information presented on this page is sourced from reliable APIs to ensure accuracy and relevance. We utilize the Steam API to gather data on game details, including titles, descriptions, prices, and user reviews. This allows us to provide you with the most up-to-date information directly from the Steam platform.

Additionally, we incorporate data from the SteamSpy API, which offers insights into game sales and player statistics. This helps us present a comprehensive view of each game's popularity and performance within the gaming community.

Last Updates
Steam data 03 June 2025 16:29
SteamSpy data 09 June 2025 19:30
Steam price 15 June 2025 04:42
Steam reviews 12 June 2025 21:45

If you'd like to dive deeper into the details about Gold Rush! Classic, we invite you to check out a few dedicated websites that offer extensive information and insights. These platforms provide valuable data, analysis, and user-generated reports to enhance your understanding of the game and its performance.

  • SteamDB - A comprehensive database of everything on Steam about Gold Rush! Classic
  • SteamCharts - Analysis of Gold Rush! Classic concurrent players on Steam
  • ProtonDB - Crowdsourced reports on Linux and Steam Deck Gold Rush! Classic compatibility
Gold Rush! Classic
2.99€ -92% 2.99€ 0.24€ -67% 2.99€ 1.00€
6.8
293
114
Game modes
Features
Online players
1
Developer
The Software Farm, Sunlight Games, Sierra Entertainment
Publisher
Sunlight Games
Release 25 Jul 2014
Platforms
By clicking on any of the links on this page and making a purchase, you may help us earn a commission that supports the maintenance of our services.
Quick menu
Game Info Media & Screenshots Requirements Reviews Similar Games Frequently Asked Questions Data sources