Impossible Mission 7800 box art

Atari 7800 · Platformer

Impossible Mission

Deep cut

SystemAtari 7800
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperEpyx
PublisherAtari
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Impossible Mission is a platformer released for the Atari 7800, developed by Epyx and published by Atari.

Among the 8 7800 platformers in our database, it ranks #7 by legacy score.

Epyx also made Summer Games for the 7800.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

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've played the 7800 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Impossible Mission 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.

Impossible Mission gameplay screenshot on 7800
In-game screenshot (7800)

Impossible Mission walkthroughs & guides

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Playing 7800 games today

The 7800 has a compact library with a handful of standout arcade ports and a lively homebrew scene. The Atari 2600+ and 7800+ reissues play original 7800 cartridges over HDMI.

Impossible Mission FAQ

Who made Impossible Mission?

It was developed by Epyx and published by Atari.

Is Impossible Mission multiplayer?

No. Impossible Mission is a single-player game.

How long does Impossible Mission take to play?

As a platformer, Impossible Mission 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 Impossible Mission 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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