Atari VCS Launch Titles (North America)


Dive into gaming history with this checklist of Atari 2600/VCS North American launch titles!

This legendary lineup, unleashed in 1977, introduced North American families to the thrill of home gaming. Packed with iconic games like Combat, a pulse-pounding multiplayer showdown, and Air-Sea Battle, an action-packed shooter extravaganza, these titles showcased the groundbreaking versatility of the Atari 2600. From strategic challenges to adrenaline-fueled dogfights, this launch roster wasn’t just a collection of games—it was the birth of a revolution that forever changed entertainment. Relive the magic where it all began!

Checklist created by Gamebrainz with 9 games Last updated: 2 weeks ago

Games

Atari 2600 / VCS

Air-Sea Battle

Take aim and fire in this action-packed collection of 27 shooting games! Engage in thrilling dogfights, master precision target shooting, or take down moving targets with guided missiles. Featuring barriers for added strategy and endless variations, *Air-Sea Battle* is your ultimate test of reflexes and skill.

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Atari 2600 / VCS

Basic Math

Sharpen your mind with this educational yet engaging math game! Tackle challenges in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division across multiple difficulty levels. Whether racing against the clock or practicing at your own pace, *Basic Math* makes learning numbers a fun adventure.

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Atari 2600 / VCS

Blackjack

Test your luck and strategy in this classic casino card game! Go head-to-head with the computer in single or multi-deck blackjack. Play your hand wisely, aim for 21, and see if you can beat the house!

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Atari 2600 / VCS

Combat

Lock and load in this iconic two-player showdown! Command tanks, biplanes, or jets and outwit your opponent in a variety of thrilling battle scenarios. Invisible tanks, ricocheting bullets, and guided missiles add layers of chaos and fun in the ultimate duel for victory!

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Atari 2600 / VCS

Indy 500

Feel the need for speed in this fast-paced racing extravaganza! Take on the curves and challenges of intense tracks as you outmaneuver opponents in your quest for the checkered flag. Precision control and quick reflexes are your keys to victory in *Indy 500*!

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Atari 2600 / VCS

Star Ship

Blast off into the cosmos in this intergalactic adventure! Pilot your spaceship through enemy fleets, dodge deadly asteroids, and fire at hostile invaders in an epic quest to conquer the stars. *Star Ship* is a must-play for aspiring space explorers.

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Atari 2600 / VCS

Street Racer

Hit the streets in this fast-paced racing and obstacle-dodging game! Choose from various game modes, including high-speed racing and challenges that put your reflexes to the test. With non-stop action, *Street Racer* guarantees hours of fun.

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Atari 2600 / VCS

Surround

Trap or be trapped in this strategic game of wits and quick thinking! Leave a trail as you move, creating barriers to block your opponent while avoiding your own. *Surround* turns simple mechanics into intense, addictive head-to-head gameplay.

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Atari 2600 / VCS

Video Olympics

Step into the digital arena with *Video Olympics*! Compete in a variety of paddle-based sports games, from fast-paced table tennis to epic hockey matches. With endless game variations and multiplayer action, it’s a sporting event like no other!

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