Author: Atariteca
A teaser that challenges the player to collect energy, overcome faulty systems, and find hidden secrets across eight maps with three possible endings.
Sixteen levels full of action is what “Agent Wander” offers us, a platform game written by Jacob Copsey for Atari 8-bit computers with a minimum of 48K of memory. The premise is simple: you must collect all the hearts in each stage, for which you have to dodge enemies and use teleporters. In a clear nod to Mr. Robot and…
Krzysztof “Amarok” Piotrowski (Poland) revealed that he has been working on an extended edition of “Time Wizard,” his renowned game for Atari 8-bit computers. Piotrowski hinted that this version will feature “the first of many new planned mechanics” for the game, such as horizontal portals. Similarly, an initial screen to choose the language will be included – currently available in…
Embark on an exciting journey with «Ruff’n», the latest development by Janusz “Shanti77” Chabowski for Atari 8-bit computers. This platformer and shooter game pays homage to the beloved Amiga classic «Ruff ‘n’ Tumble» (Renegade Software, 1994) while offering a fresh gaming experience. In «Ruff’n», players navigate through thrilling levels filled with running, jumping, and shooting action. Armed with a multi-projectile…
NOMAM’s BASIC Ten-Liners 2024 is back with its thirteenth edition, featuring games programmed with just ten lines of code in BASIC for the cherished Atari 8-bit computers.
Two decades after saving Earth, the protagonist of “Cosmic Hero” makes a thrilling comeback in a sequel designed for Atari XL/XE computers. “Cosmic Hero 2” follows the tradition of its predecessor, released in 2004 by Zelax Group, and pledges to immerse players in an adventure brimming with logical and arcade challenges. It retains the core mechanics of the original, inspired…
In an exciting development for retro gaming enthusiasts, the beloved project “Goldorak” is now in the works for Atari 8-bit computers. Spearheaded by French enthusiast Eric Cubizolle, aka “Titan”, this game draws inspiration from the iconic Japanese anime and manga series “UFO Robot Grendizer”; a gem from the late ’70s that, despite its popularity in Japan and the West, remained…
The wait is over! The Atari Bit Byter User Club (ABBUC) 2023 Software Contest results have been announced, and the captivating «Time Wizard» by amarok (Germany) has claimed the top spot. This annual event saw a plethora of talented Atari enthusiasts showcasing their outstanding games. Here’s a detailed rundown of the results, revealed by Holger “Holgibo” Bommer: «Time Wizard» by…
The update of “Der Schränker 1” for Atari 8-bit computers brings significant improvements in gameplay dynamics and difficulty. The game, whose name translates from German as “The Wardrobe”, places you in the role of a solitary thief tasked with breaking into a series of safes to loot all the treasure before advancing to the next level. Janko “Kveldulfur” Grewe, the…
“Slicks Racing,” the brainchild of Czech developers Vojta “nooly” Nedvěd (code, music) and Petr “Raist” Šťastný (graphics) offers a fresh racing experience on the beloved Atari 2600 console. Players step into the shoes of a retired race car driver who, throughout his career, lived in the shadows of more illustrious competitors. Now, in their grizzled years, a spark ignites –…
