Star Fox Deep cut
Atari 2600 · Shooter / Action
Crossbow
Deep cut
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Shooter, Action |
| Developer | Exidy, Inc. |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Exidy, Inc. and published by Atari, Crossbow arrived on the Atari 2600 as a shooter. It blends shooter and action elements.
Among the 26 2600 shooters in our database, it ranks #10 by legacy score.
Exidy, Inc. also made Mouse Trap, Venture and Universal Chaos for the 2600.
Crossbow supports up to 2 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've played the 2600 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
What playing Crossbow is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Crossbow walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Crossbow.
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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.
Crossbow FAQ
Who made Crossbow?
It was developed by Exidy, Inc. and published by Atari.
Is Crossbow multiplayer?
Yes. Crossbow supports up to 2 players.
How long does Crossbow take to play?
As a shooter, Crossbow 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 Crossbow 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.