Bump 'n' Jump 2600 box art

Atari 2600 · Racing

Bump 'n' Jump

SystemAtari 2600
GenreRacing
DeveloperData East
PublisherMattel Electronics
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
ESRBE
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 6

Released for the Atari 2600, Bump 'n' Jump is a racing game developed by Data East and published by Mattel Electronics.

Among the 23 2600 racing games in our database, it ranks #3 by legacy score.

Data East also made Lock 'n' Chase, BurgerTime and Pygmy for the 2600.

Bump 'n' Jump is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Bump 'n' Jump is like

Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.

Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.

Bump 'n' Jump gameplay screenshot on 2600
In-game screenshot (2600)

Bump 'n' Jump walkthroughs & guides

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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.

Bump 'n' Jump FAQ

Who made Bump 'n' Jump?

It was developed by Data East and published by Mattel Electronics.

Is Bump 'n' Jump multiplayer?

No. Bump 'n' Jump is a single-player game.

How long does Bump 'n' Jump take to play?

As a racing game, Bump 'n' Jump 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 Bump 'n' Jump 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.

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