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When video games make the horrors of nuclear war seem real - Reader's Feature
This reader's feature explores the portrayal of nuclear war in video games, highlighting titles like Fallout 4 and Missile Command. It discusses how these games use the threat of nuclear annihilation to create tension and drama, reflecting real-world Cold War anxieties and contemporary concerns about artificial intelligence.
Atari is launching a World Championship with legendary scorekeepers Twin Galaxies
Atari is launching the Atari World Championships in partnership with Twin Galaxies, a company known for tracking video game scores. The tournament will feature five classic Atari games, with an online qualifying round leading to a live Grand Final. Twin Galaxies will manage score verification, and the initial event will be a North American pilot program.
Atari and Twin Galaxies announce Atari World Championships
Atari has partnered with Twin Galaxies to launch the Atari World Championships, an online tournament featuring five classic Atari titles. The competition will culminate in live, in-person Grand Finals, with Twin Galaxies managing the online portion using its adjudication process. Atari CEO Wade Rosen expressed excitement for celebrating competition with existing and new fans, while Twin Galaxies executive Zachary Rozga highlighted the event's aim to bring back the original retro spirit of competitive gaming.
Atari signs 10-title film deal with Universal
Atari has entered into a 10-title film deal with Universal Pictures to adapt several of its classic game intellectual properties into feature films. The first project has been acquired by Universal, with the specific game yet to be revealed. The 10 games included in the deal are Asteroids, Adventure, Berzerk, Breakout, Centipede, Crystal Castles, Millipede, Missile Command, Pong, and Yars' Revenge, all planned as big-scale action-adventure movies.
Atari and Universal to create movies based on classic properties including Asteroids and Missile Command
Atari has partnered with Universal Pictures and Entertainment 360 to adapt 10 of its classic video game franchises into movies. Properties including Asteroids, Missile Command, and Pong will be reimagined as action-adventure blockbusters. Atari CEO Wade Rosen expressed excitement about bringing the brand's spirit to a new medium.
Atari Announces 10-Movie Deal With Universal But Don’t Expect Them All To Get Made
Atari has announced a 10-movie deal with Universal Pictures to adapt some of its classic video game properties for the big screen. While not all titles are expected to be made, Universal has already picked its first project, which will be an original spec from writers Matt Reilly and Carl Hampe. The deal includes iconic games such as Asteroids, Pong, and Missile Command.
There's a Breakout movie on the way as Atari signs deal to bring Pong, Asteroids, and other classic games to the big screen
Atari has partnered with Universal Pictures and Entertainment 360 to develop ten feature films based on its classic video game properties. The deal includes rights to games such as Pong, Asteroids, Breakout, and Centipede, with the aim of creating large-scale action-adventure movies. Universal has prior experience with video game adaptations, having distributed The Super Mario Bros. Movie and Five Nights at Freddy's.
Atari signs 10-game deal with Universal for movies based on Pong, Breakout, Centipede, and yes, really, Pong
Atari has signed a 10-game deal with Universal Pictures and Entertainment 360 to develop movies based on classic Atari titles. The agreement includes games like Pong, Breakout, Centipede, Asteroids, and Missile Command, with the intention of creating large-scale action-adventure films. This marks a renewed effort by Atari to leverage its iconic game properties for new media adaptations.
Atari signs deal with Universal Pictures to develop movies based on Pong, Asteroids & more
Atari has entered into a partnership with Universal Pictures, granting the film studio the first right to develop movies based on 10 of its classic video game franchises. The deal includes iconic titles such as Pong, Asteroids, and Breakout, with Universal already picking up the first project for development. This move signifies Atari's expansion into film adaptations amidst a growing trend of video game-to-movie projects.
Even Pong is getting a live-action adaptation as Atari and Universal Pictures sign deal to make 10 movies based on some…
Atari and Universal Pictures have signed a deal to develop 10 movies based on classic Atari video game intellectual properties. A film based on Atari IP is already in development with writers Matt Reilly and Carl Hampe attached. The list of potential games for adaptation includes titles like Asteroids, Pong, and Yars' Revenge.
How to become a golden age arcade machine collector and repairman - Reader's Feature
This reader feature details a personal journey into collecting and repairing 1980s arcade machines, starting with early games like Seawolf and Space Invaders. The author recounts acquiring various cabinets, the challenges of repair, and the vibrant UK retro arcade scene, highlighting the community and passion involved in preserving these classic machines.
Missile Commander
Missile Commander is a game where players assume the role of a missile force commander. The core gameplay involves building and launching missiles while managing a budget to destroy assigned targets.