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"X-man" for the Atari 2600, also known by its full title "X-man: The Nozzle" and often confused with the superhero franchise, is an adult video game released in the early 1980s. Although not well-known in mainstream game culture due to its adult content and controversial nature, it falls into the category of games that targeted more mature audiences. The gameplay involves navigating through a maze while avoiding enemies and obstacles to arrive at a center point where an intimate encounter takes place. Its graphics and mechanics are typical of the Atari 2600 era, featuring simple, pixelated images and rudimentary controls.

The game's history is marked by its obscurity and niche appeal, largely circulating through underground channels rather than conventional retail outlets. "X-man" was part of a wave of adult-themed games designed for the Atari 2600, which tried to capitalize on the video game boom by appealing to older audiences with more provocative content. However, these games were generally criticized for their poor quality and tasteless material. "X-man" and similar titles quickly faded into the background with the video game crash of 1983, which led to a major shift in the industry standards and practices, including a move towards more family-friendly content in the decades that followed.

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