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Atari 2600 · Platformer / Action
King Kong
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1982 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Tigervision |
| Publisher | Tigervision |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
King Kong is a platformer released in 1982 for the Atari 2600, developed by Tigervision. It blends platformer 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 31 2600 platformers in our database, it ranks #8 by legacy score.
King Kong supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- 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 get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing King Kong is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
King Kong walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for King Kong.
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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.
King Kong FAQ
When did King Kong come out on the 2600?
King Kong was released for the Atari 2600 in 1982.
Who made King Kong?
It was developed by Tigervision.
Is King Kong multiplayer?
Yes. King Kong supports up to 2 players.
How long does King Kong take to play?
As a platformer, King Kong 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 King Kong 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.