Escape from the Mindmaster Deep cut
Atari 2600 · Adventure
Survival Island
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1983 |
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Starpath Corporation |
| Publisher | Starpath Corporation |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Survival Island is an adventure game released in 1983 for the Atari 2600, developed by Starpath Corporation.
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. Among the 7 2600 adventure games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
Starpath Corporation also made Parachute, Dragonstomper and Escape from the Mindmaster for the 2600.
Survival Island is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Survival Island is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
Survival Island walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Survival Island.
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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.
Survival Island FAQ
When did Survival Island come out on the 2600?
Survival Island was released for the Atari 2600 in 1983.
Who made Survival Island?
It was developed by Starpath Corporation.
Is Survival Island multiplayer?
No. Survival Island is a single-player game.
How long does Survival Island take to play?
As an adventure game, Survival Island 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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