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Atari 2600 · Racing
Pole Position
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Namco |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Pole Position |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Released for the Atari 2600, Pole Position is a racing game developed by Namco and published by Atari.
Among the 23 2600 racing games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Pole Position series. The series also appears on other systems with Pole Position (5200) and Pole Position II (7800). Namco also made Pac-Man, Galaxian and Dig Dug for the 2600.
Pole Position is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Pole Position 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.
Pole Position 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.
Pole Position FAQ
Who made Pole Position?
It was developed by Namco and published by Atari.
Is Pole Position multiplayer?
No. Pole Position is a single-player game.
How long does Pole Position take to play?
As a racing game, Pole Position 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 Pole Position 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.