Broderbund Software was an influential American publisher active from the early 1980s, with a catalogue of around 68 games that left a lasting mark on personal computing. They published landmark titles including Prince of Persia and Lode Runner, both of which shaped design conventions for years to come. Broderbund was equally known for educational and productivity software, making them one of the most recognisable names in home computing during the 8-bit and 16-bit eras.