Asteroids for Atari 2600

Blast through fields of drifting space rocks in Asteroids for the Atari 2600, a home adaptation of Atari’s iconic arcade shooter. Piloting a small triangular ship, players must shoot and dodge their way through waves of asteroids and alien saucers, with each level growing faster and more chaotic. The 2600 version offers multiple game variations and two-player modes, delivering an addictive, fast-twitch experience that captures the spirit of the arcade original in a simplified home format.

Key Features:

Classic Arcade Action
Destroy asteroids and flying saucers while avoiding collisions in a zero-gravity battlefield.

Ship Controls
Rotate, thrust, and fire with precision to survive each wave of debris and enemy attacks.

Game Variations
Choose from 66 game modes, including hyperspace and shields, for varied challenges.

Two-Player Support
Alternate turns or play cooperatively with a friend in select game types.

Atari-Style Graphics
Minimalist visuals with signature flickering sprites, true to early home console charm.

Metadata:
Genre: Shoot-'em-up
Platform: Atari 2600
Developer: Atari, Inc.
Publisher: Atari, Inc.
Release Dates:
North America: 1981
ESRB Rating: Not Rated (Predates ESRB)
Mode: Single-player, Multiplayer (Alternating/Cooperative Variants)