Bootlegs and Rebrands: The Strange World of Clone Atari 2600 Cartridges
Farmer Dan, Dishaster, Tank Brigade: which Atari 2600 clone and rebrand cartridges on the site are really which game, and where they came from.
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PAL vs NTSC: Why Some Atari 2600 Games Exist in Two Versions
Why Atari 2600 games came in NTSC and PAL versions, what changes (speed, colours, screen), and which version to play in your browser.
Joystick, Paddle, Driving Controller and Keypad: Every Atari 2600 Controller
Every Atari 2600 controller, the games on AtariOnline.org that used it, and what the browser emulator does in its place.
Unreleased and Prototype Atari 2600 Games You Can Play Today
More than 30 Atari 2600 games that never reached the shops, from Sinistar to Save Mary!, what happened to each, and how to play them in your browser.
The Atari 2600: Frequently Asked Questions
Hello, retro gamers and vintage console enthusiasts! Today, we’re going to focus on a classic piece of gaming history – the Atari 2600. We’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions about this pioneering video game console, to help you understand it better. Let’s dive in! The Atari 2600, originally branded as the Atari Video … Read more
Top 10 Action Games for the Atari 2600
The Atari 2600 is a classic video game console that boasts a vast library of games. Among them are some truly legendary action titles that have stood the test of time. In this blog post, we’ll be taking a look at the top 10 action games for the Atari 2600. These games continue to entertain … Read more
Top 10 Sports Games for the Atari 2600
Among the numerous games released for the Atari 2600, there were some notable sports games that have stood the test of time. Here are the top 10 sports games for the Atari 2600 that you should definitely check out. 1. Activision’s Decathlon (1983) In this multi-event sports game, you can compete in ten different track … Read more
Top 10 Racing Games for the Atari 2600: A Trip Down Memory Lane
The Atari 2600 was a pioneer in the gaming industry and was the birthplace of many popular game genres, including racing games. In this blog post, we’ll take a trip down memory lane and explore the top 10 racing games for the Atari 2600. Pole Position, released in 1983, is an iconic racing game that … Read more
Top 10 Atari 2600 Games That Defined a Generation
The Atari 2600, released in 1977, is a legendary console that played a significant role in the history of video gaming. As the first successful gaming console, it laid the groundwork for the multi-billion-dollar industry we know today. Despite its primitive graphics and simple sound effects, the Atari 2600 provided hours of entertainment for players … Read more
AtariOnline.org finally launched
We are thrilled to announce the launch of AtariOnline.org, a website dedicated to protect and to share the Atari game library in the form of online emulation. In 1971, Nolan Bushnell and Ted Dabney founded a small engineering company, Syzygy Engineering, that designed Computer Space, the world’s first commercially available arcade video game. On June … Read more