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RollerCoaster Tycoon Wonderworks announced at gamescom 2026 — MP3s & NPCs
Atari and Springloaded have announced RollerCoaster Tycoon Wonderworks at gamescom 2026. The new installment aims to blend the classic RollerCoaster Tycoon gameplay with modern design, featuring new systems for emergent storytelling. It will launch on Steam Early Access this winter for $24.99, with a console release planned for after early access concludes.
Atari & Twin Galaxies partner to launch 2026 Atari World Championships
Atari has partnered with Twin Galaxies to launch the 2026 Atari World Championships, a new esports competition featuring five iconic Atari games. The event will include online tournaments culminating in a Grand Finals, with details on specific games and dates to be announced later. This initiative aligns with Atari's recent focus on game preservation and other ventures under CEO Wade Rosen.
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.
Atari appoints Andreas Deptolla as president of Atari Europe
Atari has appointed Andreas Deptolla as the new president of Atari Europe. Deptolla, formerly the chief technology officer, aims to strengthen Atari's network of publishers, studios, and partners across the region. The company is also focused on expanding existing European studios and is open to strategic acquisitions while continuing to invest in talent and high-quality projects.
"There's a wealth of talent here, our focus is on how to leverage and support it" – Atari appoints Andreas Deptolla as Atari Europe president
Atari has appointed Andreas Deptolla as the new president of Atari Europe, overseeing approximately 100 employees and European headquarters. Richard Snowdon, CEO of Coatsink, has been named vice president of Atari Europe. Deptolla aims to leverage European talent and support acquired studios by focusing on core values and providing expertise in areas like finance and publishing, while also exploring organic growth in distribution and licensing.
ATARI NAMES ANDREAS DEPTOLLA PRESIDENT OF ATARI EUROPE
Atari has appointed Andreas Deptolla as the new President of Atari Europe, a newly created position. Deptolla, who joined Atari in 2023 as Chief Technology Officer, will oversee the company's expanding European operations, including development studios in the UK and Sweden, and business operations in Germany. Richard Snowdon has also been appointed Vice President of Studios, Europe.
Atari acquires Crossy Road developer Hipster Whale
Atari has acquired Australian studio Hipster Whale, the developer behind the mobile hit Crossy Road, for an initial sum of $29.3 million, with potential earn-outs reaching $40 million. This acquisition aims to bolster Atari's mobile development and publishing capabilities, with Hipster Whale co-founder Matt Hall set to lead the expansion. Atari CEO Wade Rosen highlighted the shared vision for classic retro-style gaming and the potential to expand Atari's mobile business by combining Hipster Whale's expertise with Atari's intellectual property.
Crossy Road developer Hipster Whale acquired by Atari
Atari has acquired Australian mobile game developer Hipster Whale, known for the hit title Crossy Road, for nearly $30 million. This move aims to significantly expand Atari's presence in the mobile gaming market by leveraging Hipster Whale's expertise. The acquisition is a key part of Atari's growth strategy, as stated by Chairman and CEO Wade Rosen.
Atari acquires rights to first five Wizardry RPGs
Atari has acquired the complete and exclusive rights to the first five games in the original Wizardry RPG series from the original rights holder. While Drecom retains the worldwide trademark and ownership of Wizardry 6, 7, and 8, Atari plans to expand distribution through remasters, collections, and new releases, as well as develop related media like card games, books, and TV projects.
Atari acquires the rights to five Wizardry titles
Atari has acquired the exclusive rights to the first five Wizardry games and their intellectual property. The company, under CEO Wade Rosen, aims to become a leading preservationist publisher by bringing these classic Japanese RPGs back to market through digital and physical releases, remasters, collections, and new titles. This acquisition follows Atari's previous purchase of the rights to Rollercoaster Tycoon 3 and its acquisition of preservation studio Digital Eclipse.
Atari Acquires The Rights To The 'Wizardry' RPG Series
Atari has acquired the intellectual property rights to the first five games in the influential Wizardry role-playing game series. The company plans to re-release these titles through remasters, collections, and physical products, with its subsidiary Digital Eclipse already having developed a remake of the original game.
Atari acquires the rights to the classic Legendary Wizardry RPGs 1-5
Atari has acquired the rights to the first five classic Wizardry role-playing games from Robert Woodhead and Andrew Greenberg. The company plans to republish, remaster, and create new releases, collections, and console ports for these influential titles. Notably, Wizardry 6, 7, and 8 remain under Drecom's ownership.
Atari just bought the rights to the big daddy of PC RPGs, and a reissue campaign is afoot
Atari has acquired the rights to the influential Wizardry RPG franchise, with plans for reissues, remasters, and console ports. The first game, Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord, released in 1981, pioneered grid-based first-person RPGs and was highly influential, especially in Japan. Many early titles in the series have been unavailable for decades.
Atari acquires emulation studio Implicit Conversions
Atari has acquired emulation studio Implicit Conversions, which specializes in porting classic games to modern platforms using proprietary technology. Implicit Conversions has previously worked with Atari on titles like Mortal Kombat: Legacy Collection and Rayman. This acquisition, following previous purchases of Digital Eclipse and Nightdive Studios, strengthens Atari's capabilities in retro game preservation and emulation.
The Dev Behind Many Classic Games on PS5 and PS Plus Just Got Bought By Atari
Atari has acquired Implicit Conversions, a studio known for bringing classic retro games to modern platforms like the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 for PS Plus Premium. This move strengthens Atari's position in the emulation and retro gaming market, adding to its portfolio which already includes Digital Eclipse and Nightdive Studios.
PS Plus Retro Games Studio Snapped Up by Atari
Atari has acquired Implicit Conversions, a studio known for bringing classic games to modern platforms like PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 for PS Plus Premium. This move strengthens Atari's position in retro gaming and emulation, joining other studios like Digital Eclipse and Nightdive Studios under its umbrella.