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Atari 2600 · Action
Cathouse Blues
Deep cut
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Atari |
| Publisher | Mystique |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Atari and published by Mystique, Cathouse Blues arrived on the Atari 2600 as an action game. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Gigolo.
Atari also made E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Combat and Asteroids for the 2600.
Cathouse Blues 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've played the 2600 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Cathouse Blues 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.
Cathouse Blues walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Cathouse Blues.
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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.
Cathouse Blues FAQ
Who made Cathouse Blues?
It was developed by Atari and published by Mystique.
Is Cathouse Blues multiplayer?
No. Cathouse Blues is a single-player game.
How long does Cathouse Blues take to play?
As an action game, Cathouse Blues 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 Cathouse Blues 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.