Krull Deep cut
Atari 2600 · Adventure / Action
Escape from the Mindmaster
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| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1982 |
| Genre | Adventure, Action |
| Developer | Starpath Corporation |
| Publisher | Starpath Corporation |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Starpath Corporation, Escape from the Mindmaster arrived on the Atari 2600 in 1982 as an adventure game. It blends adventure and action elements.
It landed about 5 years into the 2600's life. Other notable 2600 releases from 1982 include Custer's Revenge, River Raid and Haunted House. Among the 7 2600 adventure games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
Starpath Corporation also made Parachute, Dragonstomper and Party Mix for the 2600.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- 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 want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Escape from the Mindmaster is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
Escape from the Mindmaster 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.
Escape from the Mindmaster FAQ
When did Escape from the Mindmaster come out on the 2600?
Escape from the Mindmaster was released for the Atari 2600 in 1982.
Who made Escape from the Mindmaster?
It was developed by Starpath Corporation.
Is Escape from the Mindmaster multiplayer?
No. Escape from the Mindmaster is a single-player game.
How long does Escape from the Mindmaster take to play?
As an adventure game, Escape from the Mindmaster 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 Escape from the Mindmaster 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.