Popeye Classic
Atari 2600 · Platformer / Action
Xenophobe
Deep cut Co-op
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1987) |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Bally Midway |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Atari 2600 in 1990, Xenophobe is a platformer developed by Bally Midway and published by Atari. This 2600 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1987. It blends platformer and action elements.
It landed about 13 years into the 2600's life. Other notable 2600 releases from 1990 include Klax, Fatal Run and MotoRodeo. Among the 31 2600 platformers in our database, it ranks #20 by legacy score.
Bally Midway also made Omega Race, Rampage and Tapper for the 2600.
Xenophobe 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 run, jump and explore
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want a game to beat together with a friend
- you've played the 2600 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing Xenophobe is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Xenophobe walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Xenophobe.
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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.
Xenophobe FAQ
When did Xenophobe come out on the 2600?
Xenophobe was released for the Atari 2600 in 1990; the original game dates back to 1987.
Who made Xenophobe?
It was developed by Bally Midway and published by Atari.
Is Xenophobe multiplayer?
Yes. Xenophobe supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Xenophobe take to play?
As a platformer, Xenophobe 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 Xenophobe 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.