River Raid for Atari

River Raid for Atari

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  • Before there was 1942 there was River Raid

    May 26 '08
    Pros: easy to learn; fun to play; good re-play value; nice visuals.
    Cons: Not quite as challenging as it should be; controls are a little stiff.

    Summary: Vertical scrolling shooters were a very popular genre during the first few generations of video games, but where did they originate? Many say it was “River Raid” for the Atari 2600. It certainly was novel for the platform and a fun action ... read more

  • Ah, there's nothing quite like a classic shooter, is there?

    Sep 07 '06
    Pros: Non-stop shooting action; smooth animation; bright graphics; great controls; challenging
    Cons: Simply concept might ware thin for some

    Summary: I figure I'll play my Atari 2600 until the day I drop dead, and River Raid is one of those titles that makes me so enthusiastic about the old system. This game offers classic goodness in spades and is a title every Atari enthusiast should own. ... read more

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