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"Spider-Man" for the Atari 2600, released in 1982, is one of the earliest video games to feature the iconic Marvel superhero. Developed by Parker Brothers, this action game allows players to step into the boots of Spider-Man as he scales skyscrapers in New York City. The primary objective is to defuse bombs planted by the Green Goblin, who serves as Spider-Man's nemesis in the game. Players must skillfully use Spider-Man's web-slinging abilities to climb the building, avoiding or incapacitating enemies and obstacles as they ascend. As they progress, the challenges become more difficult, with increased enemy density and faster time limits.

The gameplay in "Spider-Man" is straightforward yet captivating, with Spider-Man being able to shoot webs vertically and diagonally to ascend the buildings. If the player misjudges a swing and misses a building, Spider-Man can fall, but quick reflexes allow the player to shoot another web to save him. The game ends when the player runs out of web fluid, emphasizing the importance of strategic web usage. Visually, the game utilizes simple graphics typical of the Atari 2600, but it effectively captures the essence of a comic book hero experience. "Spider-Man" was notable for being one of the first video games to feature a licensed superhero, setting a precedent for numerous superhero-themed video games that followed in subsequent decades.

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