MotoRodeo 2600 box art

Atari 2600 · Racing

MotoRodeo

Deep cut

SystemAtari 2600
Released1990
GenreRacing
DeveloperAxlon
PublisherAtari
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

MotoRodeo is a racing game released in 1990 for the Atari 2600, developed by Axlon and published by Atari.

It landed about 13 years into the 2600's life. Other notable 2600 releases from 1990 include Klax, Fatal Run and Xenophobe. Among the 23 2600 racing games in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.

Axlon also made Secret Quest for the 2600.

MotoRodeo supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the 2600 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps

What playing MotoRodeo is like

Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.

Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.

MotoRodeo gameplay screenshot on 2600
In-game screenshot (2600)

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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.

MotoRodeo FAQ

When did MotoRodeo come out on the 2600?

MotoRodeo was released for the Atari 2600 in 1990.

Who made MotoRodeo?

It was developed by Axlon and published by Atari.

Is MotoRodeo multiplayer?

Yes. MotoRodeo supports up to 2 players.

How long does MotoRodeo take to play?

As a racing game, MotoRodeo 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 MotoRodeo 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.

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