Atari Greatest Hits DS box art

Nintendo DS · Action

Atari Greatest Hits

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SystemNintendo DS
GenreAction
PublisherAtari
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Atari Greatest Hits is an action game released for the Nintendo DS, published by Atari.

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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you've played the DS 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 Atari Greatest Hits 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.

Atari Greatest Hits gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

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Atari Greatest Hits FAQ

Who made Atari Greatest Hits?

published by Atari.

Is Atari Greatest Hits multiplayer?

No. Atari Greatest Hits is a single-player game.

How long does Atari Greatest Hits take to play?

As an action game, Atari Greatest Hits typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Atari Greatest Hits 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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