Era: Atari's second-generation hardware of the early 1980s
Emulator: Browser-based (EmulatorJS)
About Joust
Joust brings cooperative jousting combat to the Atari 5200. Mount your ostrich and battle waves of enemy knights in this beloved arcade classic. Originally developed for the Atari 5200 during Atari's second-generation hardware of the early 1980s, Joust remains a standout title in the Atari 5200 library. The game features reflex-driven gameplay and combo-based fighting mechanics, making it a memorable entry in the action / fighting genres.
How to Play Joust
Click Play Now to launch Joust directly in your browser — no downloads or plugins needed. Use the Arrow Keys to move and Z for the fire button. Press Enter to start or reset. You can also connect a USB or Bluetooth gamepad for a more authentic feel.
The Atari 5200 improved on its predecessor with enhanced graphics and analog controls. Its library features enhanced versions of classic arcade and 2600 titles.
Save states let you save your progress at any point. Create a free account to sync saves across devices. Press F11 for fullscreen mode.
Playing Joust is easy: press "Play Now" above and the game starts right in your browser window. Our emulator handles everything — no extra software needed.
Is Joust free to play?
Yes, Joust is completely free to play on RetroVault.GG. Just visit the game page and start playing in your browser.
What console is Joust for?
Joust was originally released for the Atari 5200. On RetroVault.GG, you can play it online in your browser without needing the original console.
What genre is Joust?
Joust is a action, fighting game. It was made for the Atari 5200.
Can I play Joust on my phone?
Yes, RetroVault.GG works on mobile browsers. Visit the game page on your phone or tablet and tap Play Now to start playing Joust.