Wizard of Wor 2600 box art

Atari 2600 · Action

Wizard of Wor

Co-op

SystemAtari 2600
GenreAction
DeveloperDave Nutting Associates
PublisherCBS Software
Players1–2 players (co-op)
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 5

Developed by Dave Nutting Associates and published by CBS Software, Wizard of Wor arrived on the Atari 2600 as an action game.

Wizard of Wor supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.

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 want a game to beat together with a friend

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Wizard of Wor 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.

Wizard of Wor gameplay screenshot on 2600
In-game screenshot (2600)

Wizard of Wor 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.

Wizard of Wor FAQ

Who made Wizard of Wor?

It was developed by Dave Nutting Associates and published by CBS Software.

Is Wizard of Wor multiplayer?

Yes. Wizard of Wor supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.

How long does Wizard of Wor take to play?

As an action game, Wizard of Wor 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 Wizard of Wor 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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