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Atari 2600 · Action
Alien
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1982 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Fox Video Games |
| Publisher | Fox Video Games |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Alien |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Alien is an action game released in 1982 for the Atari 2600, developed by Fox Video Games.
It landed about 5 years into the 2600's life. Other notable 2600 releases from 1982 include Custer's Revenge, River Raid and Haunted House. Among the 207 2600 action games in our database, it ranks #17 by legacy score.
It is part of the Alien series. The series also appears on other systems with Alien vs Predator (Jaguar) and Alien vs. Predator (SNES). Fox Video Games also made Bank Heist, M*A*S*H and Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes for the 2600.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Alien is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Alien walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Alien.
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Playing 2600 games today
Most 2600 games are built for short, score-chasing sessions, which makes them perfect for a quick nostalgia hit. Original hardware is cheap and plentiful, the Atari 2600+ reissue plays original cartridges on modern TVs, and official collections such as Atari 50 bundle many first-party classics.
Alien FAQ
When did Alien come out on the 2600?
Alien was released for the Atari 2600 in 1982.
Who made Alien?
It was developed by Fox Video Games.
Is Alien multiplayer?
No. Alien is a single-player game.
How long does Alien take to play?
As an action game, Alien typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Alien on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.