The Activision Decathlon Classic
Atari 2600 · Sports
Skate Boardin'
Deep cut
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Absolute Entertainment |
| Publisher | Absolute Entertainment |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Absolute Entertainment, Skate Boardin' arrived on the Atari 2600 in 1987 as a sports game.
It landed about 10 years into the 2600's life. Other notable 2600 releases from 1987 include Kung-Fu Master, Jr. Pac-Man and RealSports Boxing. Among the 44 2600 sports games in our database, it ranks #24 by legacy score.
Absolute Entertainment also made Baseball, Pete Rose Pennant Fever and My Golf for the 2600.
Skate Boardin' 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)
- you've played the 2600 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Skate Boardin' is like
Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.
Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Skate Boardin' 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.
Skate Boardin' FAQ
When did Skate Boardin' come out on the 2600?
Skate Boardin' was released for the Atari 2600 in 1987.
Who made Skate Boardin'?
It was developed by Absolute Entertainment.
Is Skate Boardin' multiplayer?
No. Skate Boardin' is a single-player game.
How long does Skate Boardin' take to play?
As a sports game, Skate Boardin' 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 Skate Boardin' 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.