atari

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Atlantis

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  • Atlantis (Atari 2600)
    Developer: Imagic
    Released: 1982
    Players: 2 (simultaneous co-op)

  • Description - In Atlantis, players defend the last city of Atlantis from waves of Gorgon invaders, controlling defense cannons on the surface. The screen is split between ground and aerial threats, and players must shoot down enemy ships before they destroy the city's structures.

  • Co-op Experience - Two players work together simultaneously—one controlling the left cannon, the other the right—to protect the city from destruction. There's no direct player interaction so co-op is very limited.

  • Co-op Rating - 👎

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Breakout

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  • Breakout (Atari 2600)
    Release Date: 1978
    Players: 1-2 (simultaneous)

  • Description:
    Breakout is a classic arcade game where players use a paddle to bounce a ball and break bricks at the top of the screen. The goal is to clear all the bricks without letting the ball fall off the screen. This Atari 2600 version faithfully brings the addictive gameplay home.

  • Co-op Experience - Each player controls their own paddle. You must work together to break the bricks and prevent the ball from falling. No different from single player.

  • Rating - 👍

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Dark Chambers

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  • Dark Chambers (Atari 2600)
    Release Date: 1988
    Players: 1-2

  • Description - Dark Chambers is an action-adventure game where players explore labyrinths, fight enemies, and collect treasures. The Atari 2600 version brings this dungeon crawler to life with simple yet engaging gameplay.

  • Co-op Experience - In two-player mode, players work side by side, exploring dungeons together in real-time, battling enemies and collecting treasures.

  • Rating - 👍

Double Dragon

  • Double Dragon (Atari 2600)
    Release Date: 1988
    Players: 1-2 (Simultaneous)

    Description:
    Double Dragon on the Atari 2600 is a simplified take on the classic arcade beat 'em up. Players fight through stages, taking on enemies with limited moves and basic graphics. While far from the arcade original, it offers a fun, if challenging, experience for co-op fans.

    Co-op Experience:
    This version features simultaneous co-op, with both players fighting side by side.

    Rating: 👎

Entombed

  • Entombed (Atari 2600)
    Release Date: 1982
    Players: 1-2 (Simultaneous)

    Description:
    Entombed is a maze-like adventure where players navigate a labyrinth, collecting treasures while avoiding enemies. The game is visually simple but offers strategic gameplay with a bit of suspense as you try to avoid being trapped or overwhelmed by enemies.

    Co-op Experience:
    Players move side by side through the maze, each facing their own path and challenges. While you don't always have to work together, you share a common enemy in the form of enemies and traps, making it a cooperative challenge.

    Rating: 👍