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Atari 2600 · Shoot 'em Up / Action
Mission 3000 A.D.
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | Bit Corp. |
| Publisher | Bit Corp. |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the Atari 2600, Mission 3000 A.D. is a shoot 'em up developed by Bit Corp.. It blends shoot 'em up and action elements.
Bit Corp. also made Bobby Is Going Home, Sea Monster and Snail Against Squirrel for the 2600.
Mission 3000 A.D. is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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've played the 2600 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Mission 3000 A.D. is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Mission 3000 A.D. 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.
Mission 3000 A.D. FAQ
Who made Mission 3000 A.D.?
It was developed by Bit Corp..
Is Mission 3000 A.D. multiplayer?
No. Mission 3000 A.D. is a single-player game.
How long does Mission 3000 A.D. take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Mission 3000 A.D. 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.
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