TRON Deadly Discs Intellivision box art

Intellivision · Action

TRON Deadly Discs

SystemIntellivision
Released1981
GenreAction
DeveloperMattel Electronics
PublisherMattel Electronics
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by Mattel Electronics, TRON Deadly Discs arrived on the Intellivision in 1981 as an action game.

It landed about 2 years into the Intellivision's life. Other notable Intellivision releases from 1981 include Utopia, B-17 Bomber and Atlantis.

Mattel Electronics also made Utopia, Masters of the Universe: The Power of He-Man and B-17 Bomber for the Intellivision.

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

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've played the Intellivision hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing TRON Deadly Discs 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.

TRON Deadly Discs gameplay screenshot on Intellivision
In-game screenshot (Intellivision)

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Playing Intellivision games today

Intellivision games reward patience: many are slower, more strategic designs than their Atari rivals. Official compilations have kept a large part of the library available on modern platforms.

TRON Deadly Discs FAQ

When did TRON Deadly Discs come out on the Intellivision?

TRON Deadly Discs was released for the Intellivision in 1981.

Who made TRON Deadly Discs?

It was developed by Mattel Electronics.

Is TRON Deadly Discs multiplayer?

No. TRON Deadly Discs is a single-player game.

How long does TRON Deadly Discs take to play?

As an action game, TRON Deadly Discs 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.

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