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Atari 2600 · Action
Breakout
Certified classic
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Sears |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Breakout |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 10 |
Developed by Sears and published by Atari, Breakout arrived on the Atari 2600 as an action game.
Among the 207 2600 action games in our database, it ranks #8 by legacy score.
It is part of the Breakout series. The series also appears on other systems with Super Breakout (Game Boy) and Super Breakout! (GBC). Sears also made Adventure, Air-Sea Battle and Pelé's Soccer for the 2600.
Breakout supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the 2600's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Breakout 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.
Breakout walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Breakout.
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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.
Breakout FAQ
Who made Breakout?
It was developed by Sears and published by Atari.
Is Breakout multiplayer?
Yes. Breakout supports up to 4 players.
How long does Breakout take to play?
As an action game, Breakout 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 Breakout 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.