Tooth Protectors 2600 box art

Atari 2600 · Action

Tooth Protectors

Deep cut

SystemAtari 2600
Released1983
GenreAction
DeveloperCamelot, Inc.
PublisherJohnson & Johnson
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Tooth Protectors is an action game released in 1983 for the Atari 2600, developed by Camelot, Inc. and published by Johnson & Johnson.

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.

Tooth Protectors is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • 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 prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Tooth Protectors is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Tooth Protectors gameplay screenshot on 2600
In-game screenshot (2600)

Tooth Protectors 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.

Tooth Protectors FAQ

When did Tooth Protectors come out on the 2600?

Tooth Protectors was released for the Atari 2600 in 1983.

Who made Tooth Protectors?

It was developed by Camelot, Inc. and published by Johnson & Johnson.

Is Tooth Protectors multiplayer?

No. Tooth Protectors is a single-player game.

How long does Tooth Protectors take to play?

As an action game, Tooth Protectors 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 Tooth Protectors 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.

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