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Atari 2600 · Racing
Sprintmaster
Deep cut
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Atari |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Sprintmaster is a racing game released in 1989 for the Atari 2600, developed by Atari.
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 23 2600 racing games in our database, it ranks #12 by legacy score.
Atari also made E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Combat and Asteroids for the 2600.
Sprintmaster supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the 2600 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing Sprintmaster 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.
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Mario Kart 64 Classic
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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.
Sprintmaster FAQ
When did Sprintmaster come out on the 2600?
Sprintmaster was released for the Atari 2600 in 1989.
Who made Sprintmaster?
It was developed by Atari.
Is Sprintmaster multiplayer?
Yes. Sprintmaster supports up to 2 players.
How long does Sprintmaster take to play?
As a racing game, Sprintmaster 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 Sprintmaster 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.