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Atari 2600 · Action
Off the Wall
Deep cut
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Atari |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Atari 2600 in 1989, Off the Wall is an action game developed by Atari.
It landed about 12 years into the 2600's life. Other notable 2600 releases from 1989 include Radar Lock, Double Dunk and Secret Quest.
Atari also made E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Combat and Asteroids for the 2600.
Off the Wall supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- you've played the 2600 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Off the Wall 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.
Off the Wall walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Off the Wall.
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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.
Off the Wall FAQ
When did Off the Wall come out on the 2600?
Off the Wall was released for the Atari 2600 in 1989.
Who made Off the Wall?
It was developed by Atari.
Is Off the Wall multiplayer?
Yes. Off the Wall supports up to 2 players.
How long does Off the Wall take to play?
As an action game, Off the Wall 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 Off the Wall 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.