Pac-Man Classic
Atari 2600 · Action
Amidar
Certified classic
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1981 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Parker Brothers |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 11 |
Released for the Atari 2600 in 1981, Amidar is an action game developed by Konami and published by Parker Brothers.
It landed about 4 years into the 2600's life. Other notable 2600 releases from 1981 include Defender, Asteroids and Kaboom!. Among the 207 2600 action games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
Konami also made Frogger, Pooyan and Time Pilot for the 2600.
Amidar is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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)
- you want to experience one of the 2600's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Amidar 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.
Amidar walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Amidar.
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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.
Amidar FAQ
When did Amidar come out on the 2600?
Amidar was released for the Atari 2600 in 1981.
Who made Amidar?
It was developed by Konami and published by Parker Brothers.
Is Amidar multiplayer?
No. Amidar is a single-player game.
How long does Amidar take to play?
As an action game, Amidar 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 Amidar 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.