Diamond Run

KH Video • 1989

Diamond Run — Title screen
Title screen
Diamond Run — Gameplay
Gameplay

Diamond Run tasks players with navigating subterranean caverns in pursuit of glittering gems. As a lone miner, you must carve tunnels through rock and debris to collect a required number of precious stones to unlock each level’s exit. The caves are fraught with danger; falling rocks pose a constant threat, but clever manipulation of their trajectory can also be used to eliminate lurking enemies. Explosives offer another tool for clearing obstacles and dispatching foes, though caution is needed to avoid self-destruction. The gameplay echoes the classic Commodore 64 title Boulder Dash, challenging players with careful planning and spatial reasoning. Successfully navigating each cave involves more than simply digging; understanding how rock falls and enemy movement works is essential for survival and progress. The game’s soundtrack incorporates familiar melodies inspired by the arcade hit Ghost'n Goblins. Diamond Run offers a single-player experience controlled via a four-way joystick and a single button, demanding precise movements to overcome its subterranean challenges and advance through increasingly complex levels.

Details

Manufacturer
KH Video
Year
1989
Players
1
Genre
Maze / Digging
Display
raster
Emulation status
good
MAME ID
diamrun

Machine data derived from the MAME project.