Dodge 'Em ~ Dodger Cars 2600 box art

Atari 2600 · Racing

Dodge 'Em ~ Dodger Cars

SystemAtari 2600
GenreRacing
DeveloperAtari
PublisherAtari
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Atari 2600, Dodge 'Em ~ Dodger Cars is a racing game developed by Atari.

Atari also made E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Combat and Asteroids for the 2600.

Dodge 'Em ~ Dodger Cars supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • 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 want a story or exploration rather than laps

What playing Dodge 'Em ~ Dodger Cars 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.

Dodge 'Em ~ Dodger Cars gameplay screenshot on 2600
In-game screenshot (2600)

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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.

Dodge 'Em ~ Dodger Cars FAQ

Who made Dodge 'Em ~ Dodger Cars?

It was developed by Atari.

Is Dodge 'Em ~ Dodger Cars multiplayer?

Yes. Dodge 'Em ~ Dodger Cars supports up to 2 players.

How long does Dodge 'Em ~ Dodger Cars take to play?

As a racing game, Dodge 'Em ~ Dodger Cars 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.

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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