Abandonware games developed by Atari Corporation

Alien Brigade

Atari 7800 1990

The Atari 7800's Alien Brigade was released in 1990 to critical acclaim. The game was a shoot 'em up in which the player controlled a Marine who had to destroy an alien infestation. The game was set on a space station and had excellent graphics for its time. The gameplay was very fast-paced and the player had to be constantly on the move to avoid being killed by the aliens. The aliens would also try to kidnap the Marine's fellow soldiers, and it was the player's job to rescue them. The game was very challenging, but also very rewarding. When the player finally managed to reach the end of the space station, they were treated to a very satisfying ending. Overall, Alien Brigade was an excellent game and a great addition to the Atari 7800 library. It was a challenging shoot 'em up with excellent graphics and gameplay.

Basketbrawl

Atari 7800, Lynx 1990

Basketbrawl is a 1990 Atari 7800 game that simulates the sport of basketball. The game was developed by Atari Games and published by Atari Corporation. The game is played between two teams of two players each, with one player controlling the character on the left side of the court and the other player controlling the character on the right side of the court. The objective of the game is to score more points than the opposing team by shooting the ball into the basket. The game is played over four quarters, with each quarter lasting three minutes. The game can be played with either one or two players. If one player is playing, they will control both characters on the court. If two players are playing, each player will control one character. The game can be played against the computer or against another player. There are four different power-ups that can be collected in the game. These power-ups are: - A speed boost - An extra life - A shot clock reset - A point multiplier The game also features four different types of basketballs: - A standard basketball - A super basketball - A fire basketball - A bomb basketball Each type of basketball has a different effect when it is used. The standard basketball is the default type of basketball and has no special effect. The super basketball increases the player's shooting percentage for a short period of time. The fire basketball sets the opposing team's players on fire, causing them to run around the court in a panic. The bomb basketball explodes when it comes into contact with an opposing player, knocking them down. Basketbrawl is a fast-paced, action-packed game that is sure to keep players entertained for hours on end.

Bug Hunt

Atari 8-bit 1987

Fixing bugs on a new computer circuit board late at night is difficult, but it gets even worse when real bugs suddenly appear out of nowhere. It's time to grab a gun and shoot those little pests. Bug Hunt is a game designed for the Atari XG-1 light gun, which came bundled with the Atari XEGS and the standalone XG-1. The game consists of seven waves. Each wave presents more bugs (flies, spiders, butterflies, ticks, etc. ) on the PCB sections, waiting to be shot. Some are large and immobile and easy to hit, others are small and move quickly and give more points. To move to the next wave, you have to reach a certain percentage of accuracy (from 25% to reach wave 2 to 80% to reach the final wave). The final score becomes a performance rating: CEOs, directors and managers at the low end, programmers, hackers and engineers at the high end.

Club Drive

Jaguar 1994

The future, the hottest theme park on the street, Club Drive. Scientists have invented an indestructible car. Club Drive users will be able to drive this car through imaginative environments and enjoy outrageous driving games. Club Drive, as a Jaguar game, is a simple driving simulator. You sit in the driver's seat and can race through some of the greatest environments. These are a western ghost town, San Francisco, a huge house and a simple hot-wheel style track. In addition to the career mode, there is a pick-up mode and a two-player tag mode. These modes are played in a scaled-down version of the above areas.

Crack'ed

Atari ST 1987

As a professional ornithologist, you are delighted to discover that rare South American hornbills have nested in your 'old bud tree'. But while the hornbills are feeding, a group of mischievous bluebirds, owls and snakes start raiding their nests and stealing eggs. You pull out your slingshot and start hitting the marauding creatures. But you have to be careful. If you hit a bird carrying eggs, the eggs fall out and you have to act quickly to catch them before they fall to the ground and return them to the nest. At the same time, you have to watch out for snakes that may approach the nests and gobble up the eggs. If you manage to protect the eggs long enough, you will be able to take them to another nesting site.

Dark Chambers

Atari 8-bit 1989

Dark Chambers is an arcade action game similar to Gauntlet. You are an explorer in a subway labyrinth; your goal is to survive the 26 different levels and collect as many hidden treasures as you can. In each of the levels there is a hidden exit that will take you to the next level. To prevent you from completing your mission, there are a variety of creatures, such as zombies, wraiths, skeletons, wizards and the grim reaper. Each of the creatures in the game has a different strength; when you shoot a creature, it will transform into the next weaker one. Eventually, a creature will become the weakest (a zombie), at which point it can be destroyed. In addition to creatures and treasures, other items that can be found in the maze are keys (to open doors), potions (to restore health), poison (drains health), weapons (increases your rate of fire), traps, shields and bombs. The game is played from a top-down point of view, and is for one player or two players simultaneously.

Defender 2000

Jaguar 1996

Jaguar, the iconic and short-lived video game console released by Atari in the mid-90s, may not be at the forefront of many gamers' minds today, but it is still remembered by some for its handful of noteworthy titles. Among those is the 1996 release of "Defender 2000," an updated version of the classic arcade game "Defender" that aimed to showcase the technical capabilities of the Jaguar console. Developed by Llamasoft, a UK-based game company known for their unique and eccentric titles, "Defender 2000" was a side-scrolling, space shooter that was heavily inspired by the original "Defender." The game featured updated graphics and sound, taking advantage of the Jaguar's 64-bit architecture. It also featured the original "Defender" game as well as a new mode called "Defender Plus," offering a fresh twist on the classic gameplay. One of the notable aspects of "Defender 2000" was its utilization of the Jaguar's unique rotary controller, the ProController. This allowed players to control their ship's movement and weapon firing with precise analog control, adding a new level of immersion and precision to the gameplay. The game also had support for the Atari Jaguar Team Tap, allowing up to five players to play simultaneously – a rare feature for a console game at the time. The gameplay of "Defender 2000" was fast-paced, chaotic, and challenging – staying true to the original arcade version. The game tasked players with protecting humans on the ground from various alien invaders, from grunts to hulking bosses. The different enemies required specific strategies to take down, and the game offered a range of weapons and power-ups to aid players in their mission. With over 70 levels and multiple game modes, "Defender 2000" kept players engaged for hours on end. Although "Defender 2000" received mixed reviews upon its release, it has gained a cult following among Jaguar enthusiasts and retro gamers. Some praised the game for its faithful homage to the original "Defender," while others appreciated the updated graphics and challenging gameplay. Others criticized it for lacking innovation and not pushing the Jaguar's capabilities to its full potential. Despite its flaws, "Defender 2000" remains a standout title for the Jaguar console, offering players a nostalgic trip back to the golden age of arcades. Its unique blend of classic gameplay and modern updates makes it a must-play for retro gaming enthusiasts. And with the recent resurgence of interest in retro gaming and classic consoles, "Defender 2000" continues to find new audiences and remains a noteworthy entry in the Jaguar's library of games.

Desert Falcon

Atari 8-bit 1989

1989, the year Desert Falcon was released on Atari 8-bit. Made by Atari Corporation and published by Atari Corporation, this action game is available for free on this page.

Double Dunk

Atari 2600 1989

Keep the rhythm in this fast-paced 2-on-2 half-court basketball game. As you use the half court, you must be more careful not to lose the ball and not to miss easy shots when your opponent is close. There are multiple styles of play and possible plays, which makes each game different; you can activate and deactivate 3-point shots and fouls. You can also change the color of each team's uniform.

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