CBS decided to pull the plug on Wings mere weeks before it was ready to be released when they closed down cartridge development on October 23rd 1983. The decision was made so late that promotional material (hats and scarves) and even a commercial had been made. (source: AtariMania.com)
Winter Games by Epyx for the Atari 2600 starts with a pleasant rendition of the Olympic theme, allowing up to eight players to select countries to represent. Each of the seven events demands distinct techniques. The game begins with an attractive yet challenging Slalom event. Next is the Bobsled, which features an overhead view of … Read more
Wizard of Wor, an arcade game launched in 1980 by Midway, allows up to two players to battle together in a series of mazes filled with monsters. Players clear each maze by eliminating the creatures, and the game was adapted for the Atari 2600 by Roklan Corporation. The objective is for the players’ characters, known … Read more
In the game Word Zapper, the player takes control of a spaceship-like craft known as the “Zapper”. The Zapper is capable of moving across the screen and firing in three directions – up, left, and right. The objective of the game is to shoot the letters that spell out the current word in the correct … Read more
When you spot a bug in one of the boxes, quickly step on it, or you’ll lose a life. However, if a butterfly appears, do not step on it, or you’ll lose a life as well. This game can have you hopping around at a rapid pace. Although it’s possible to play with a joystick, … Read more
This is K-Tel Vision’s release of Ultravision’s Condor Attack game program
Tunnel Runner, released in 1983 for the Atari 2600, is a first-person maze game offering two gameplay modes. GAME1 is a campaign mode with pre-designed levels, while GAME2 generates random mazes for each level. The player navigates a maze from a first-person perspective, aiming to find and use the exit door within a specific time … Read more
Turmoil is a fast-paced shooter. You pilot a ship that is trapped within a chamber of seven tunnels. Your ship can only move up and down along a vertical corridor connecting the tunnels. You are not alone, however. A variety of enemies travel along these tunnels, focused on destroying you. Therefore, the ultimate objective of … Read more
Tutankham is a 1982 arcade game developed by Konami and ported to the Atari 2600 in 1983. Players assume the role of an explorer looting the maze-like tomb of Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun. The explorer faces various dangers, including asps, vultures, parrots, bats, dragons, and curses, all of which can kill upon contact. The explorer’s laser … Read more