ColecoVision · Sports
The Activision Decathlon
Deep cut
| System | ColecoVision |
|---|---|
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Activision |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
The Activision Decathlon is a sports game released for the ColecoVision, developed by Activision.
Among the 8 ColecoVision sports games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
Activision also made Pitfall!, River Raid and Keystone Kapers for the ColecoVision.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the ColecoVision hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Activision Decathlon is like
Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.
Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
The Activision Decathlon walkthroughs & guides
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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.
The Activision Decathlon FAQ
Who made The Activision Decathlon?
It was developed by Activision.
Is The Activision Decathlon multiplayer?
No. The Activision Decathlon is a single-player game.
How long does The Activision Decathlon take to play?
As a sports game, The Activision Decathlon 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 The Activision Decathlon 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.