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Atari 2600 · Action
Halloween
Certified classic
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1983 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | VSS, Inc. |
| Publisher | Wizard Video Games |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 9 |
Halloween is an action game released in 1983 for the Atari 2600, developed by VSS, Inc. and published by Wizard Video Games.
It landed about 6 years into the 2600's life. Other notable 2600 releases from 1983 include Mario Bros., E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial and The Activision Decathlon. Among the 207 2600 action games in our database, it ranks #10 by legacy score.
VSS, Inc. also made The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Quest for Quintana Roo and Glacier Patrol for the 2600.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 want to experience one of the 2600's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Halloween 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.
Halloween walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Halloween.
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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.
Halloween FAQ
When did Halloween come out on the 2600?
Halloween was released for the Atari 2600 in 1983.
Who made Halloween?
It was developed by VSS, Inc. and published by Wizard Video Games.
Is Halloween multiplayer?
No. Halloween is a single-player game.
How long does Halloween take to play?
As an action game, Halloween 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 Halloween 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.