Gold Rush! transports you to the thrilling year of 1849, a pivotal moment in American history marked by the discovery of gold in California. Step into the shoes of Jerrod Wilson and embark on an unforgettable journey from New York to California, traversing one of three iconic routes that the thousands of gold seekers took.

As you navigate the landscape, you'll encounter a variety of historical landmarks and challenges. Choose to take an overland path across the Great Plains and formidable mountain ranges, journey across the Isthmus of Panama, or round the southern tip of South America at Cape Horn. But beware—surviving the journey to Sutter’s Fort is only the beginning! A series of complex puzzles await you upon arrival, each bringing you closer to your ultimate goals in California.

Gold Rush! offers a nostalgic gaming experience with its classic style reminiscent of the original 1980s release, revitalized for modern Windows systems through DOSBox. The game features beautiful art design, a parser interface, and bonus items including a historical map, the original user’s guide, and unpublished concept drawings from the developer. Rediscover adventure in this timeless classic!