Atari 50 The Anniversary Celebration Build 16290914

Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration is a comprehensive tribute to five decades of video gaming history, offering an interactive journey through the evolution of Atari. The game features Interactive Timelines that blend historical trivia, digital artifacts, over 60 minutes of new interviews, documentary footage, and playable games into a seamless experience. Players can dive into over 100 games spanning seven platforms, including Arcade, 2600, 5200, 7800, Atari 8-bit computers, and, for the first time on modern consoles, Atari Lynx and Jaguar. Classic titles like Tempest 2000, Asteroids, and Yars' Revenge are available alongside lesser-known gems.

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Key features of the game include:

1. Interactive Timelines: These allow players to explore the history of Atari through a mix of multimedia content and playable games, providing context and stories behind each title.

2. Massive Game Selection: With over 100 games from various platforms, players can experience a wide range of Atari's gaming legacy.

3. New Games: The collection includes six new games, such as Swordquest: AirWorld, Haunted Houses, VCTR-SCTR, Neo Breakout, Quadratank, and Yars’ Revenge Reimagined, each offering a fresh take on classic concepts.

4. Historical Insights: The game provides insights into the development of Atari games and hardware, featuring stories from the people who were part of the company's history.

In addition to the main game, two DLC packs expand the experience:

- The Wider World of Atari: Released on September 26, 2024, this pack adds 19 new games, including Berzerk and Atari Football, along with a new timeline featuring video segments and interviews.

- The First Console War: Available from November 8, 2024, this pack explores the rivalry between Atari's VCS and Intellivision, offering 19 new games and interviews with key figures from the era.

Both DLC packs can be acquired through the Atari 50: Expanded Edition DLC Bundle, which provides immediate access to the first pack and access to the second upon release. The Digital Expanded Edition includes the full game and both DLC packs, offering a complete celebration of Atari's rich history.