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ColecoVision · Shooter
Centipede
Certified classic
| System | ColecoVision |
|---|---|
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Atari |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Centipede |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 8 |
Released for the ColecoVision, Centipede is a shooter developed by Atari.
Among the 6 ColecoVision shooters in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Centipede series. The series also appears on other systems with Centipede (2600) and Centipede (5200). Atari also made Star Wars for the ColecoVision.
Centipede 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 want to experience one of the ColecoVision's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Centipede is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Centipede walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Centipede.
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Playing ColecoVision games today
The ColecoVision's library is small but rich in faithful coin-op conversions, and homebrew developers still release new cartridges for it today.
Centipede FAQ
Who made Centipede?
It was developed by Atari.
Is Centipede multiplayer?
No. Centipede is a single-player game.
How long does Centipede take to play?
As a shooter, Centipede 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 Centipede 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.