Joust is a classic arcade game that was adapted for the Atari Lynx and released in the early 90s. Players take on the role of a knight armed with a lance, riding a flying ostrich. The objective is to defeat waves of enemy knights riding buzzards. Players must joust against these adversaries in mid-air combat, knocking them off their birds to prevail. The game is known for its simple yet addictive gameplay, with a focus on physics-based actions and strategy. As players progress, the challenges increase with the introduction of new enemies and environments. The genre of the game is action/arcade.