The Activision Decathlon Classic
Atari 2600 · Sports
Skiing
Deep cut
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1980 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Activision |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Activision, Skiing arrived on the Atari 2600 in 1980 as a sports game.
It landed about 3 years into the 2600's life. Other notable 2600 releases from 1980 include Adventure, Phoenix and Boxing. Among the 44 2600 sports games in our database, it ranks #15 by legacy score.
Activision also made River Raid, Kaboom! and Barnstorming for the 2600.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 Skiing 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Skiing 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.
Skiing FAQ
When did Skiing come out on the 2600?
Skiing was released for the Atari 2600 in 1980.
Who made Skiing?
It was developed by Activision.
Is Skiing multiplayer?
No. Skiing is a single-player game.
How long does Skiing take to play?
As a sports game, Skiing 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 Skiing 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.