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Atari 2600 · Puzzle
Rubik's Cube
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1983 |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Atari |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Rubik's Cube is a puzzle game released in 1983 for the Atari 2600, developed by Atari.
It landed about 6 years into the 2600's life. Other notable 2600 releases from 1983 include Mario Bros., E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial and Halloween.
Atari also made E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Combat and Asteroids for the 2600.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- 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 want story, exploration or action
What playing Rubik's Cube is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
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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.
Rubik's Cube FAQ
When did Rubik's Cube come out on the 2600?
Rubik's Cube was released for the Atari 2600 in 1983.
Who made Rubik's Cube?
It was developed by Atari.
How long does Rubik's Cube take to play?
As a puzzle game, Rubik's Cube 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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