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Atari 2600 · Horror / Action-Adventure
Haunted House
Certified classic
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1982 |
| Genre | Horror, Action-Adventure, Adventure |
| Developer | Atari |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 11 |
Released for the Atari 2600 in 1982, Haunted House is a horror game developed by Atari. It blends horror, action-adventure and adventure elements.
It landed about 5 years into the 2600's life. Other notable 2600 releases from 1982 include Custer's Revenge, River Raid and Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back.
Atari also made E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Combat and Asteroids for the 2600.
Haunted House is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to be spooked
- 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 scare easily or dislike scarce resources
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Haunted House is like
Horror games build dread through atmosphere, limited resources and enemies you would rather avoid than fight. Survival horror in particular makes every bullet count.
Tip for newcomers: Conserve ammunition and healing items, explore carefully, and play with the lights off for the full effect.
Haunted House walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Haunted House.
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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.
Haunted House FAQ
When did Haunted House come out on the 2600?
Haunted House was released for the Atari 2600 in 1982.
Who made Haunted House?
It was developed by Atari.
Is Haunted House multiplayer?
No. Haunted House is a single-player game.
How long does Haunted House take to play?
As a horror game, Haunted House 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 Haunted House 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.