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Atari 2600 · Action-Adventure / Action
Secret Quest
Deep cut
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Action |
| Developer | Axlon |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Secret Quest is an action-adventure game released in 1989 for the Atari 2600, developed by Axlon and published by Atari. It blends action-adventure and action elements.
It landed about 12 years into the 2600's life. Other notable 2600 releases from 1989 include Off the Wall, Radar Lock and Double Dunk. Among the 12 2600 action-adventure games in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.
Axlon also made MotoRodeo for the 2600.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- 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 a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Secret Quest is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
Secret Quest walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Secret Quest.
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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.
Secret Quest FAQ
When did Secret Quest come out on the 2600?
Secret Quest was released for the Atari 2600 in 1989.
Who made Secret Quest?
It was developed by Axlon and published by Atari.
Is Secret Quest multiplayer?
No. Secret Quest is a single-player game.
How long does Secret Quest take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Secret Quest 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 Secret Quest 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.