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Atari 2600 · Action
Gremlins
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1984 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Atari |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Gremlins |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Gremlins is an action game released in 1984 for the Atari 2600, developed by Atari.
It landed about 7 years into the 2600's life. Other notable 2600 releases from 1984 include Beamrider, Stargate and Mr. Do's Castle. Among the 207 2600 action games in our database, it ranks #24 by legacy score.
It is part of the Gremlins series. The series also appears on other systems with Gremlins 2: The New Batch (NES) and Gremlins: Stripe vs. Gizmo (GBA). Atari also made E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Combat and Asteroids for the 2600.
Gremlins 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
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Gremlins 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.
Gremlins 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.
Gremlins FAQ
When did Gremlins come out on the 2600?
Gremlins was released for the Atari 2600 in 1984.
Who made Gremlins?
It was developed by Atari.
Is Gremlins multiplayer?
Yes. Gremlins supports up to 2 players.
How long does Gremlins take to play?
As an action game, Gremlins 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 Gremlins 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.