Dolphin (Atari 2600, 1983)

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Dolphin has you controlling the playful mammal as you navigate the ocean using its sonar. Listen for different pitched beeps to help you swim through vertical rows of sea horses, all while an enormous squid chases you. For example, if you hear a high-pitched beep, you'll need to swim near the surface to pass through safely. If you hear a low-pitched tone, you need to swim closer the ocean floor.<br><br>Hitting the wall of sea horses will deplete your energy and increase the odds that the squid will touch you -- if he does, you'll lose one life. All hope is not lost, however. You can turn the tables on the squid whenever you see a seagull flying above the ocean. Once you see the bird, climb to the surface and touch it; you'll then be able to temporarily chase the squid. Catch the squid to earn points and to continue on a more difficult level.<br><br>Swim over "good" waves (arrows pointing to the right) to speed ahead while avoiding "bad" waves (arrows pointing to the left) that slow you down. Hitting bad waves will also make it easier for the squid to catch up. Earn 20,000 points and you'll add a new dolphin to your reserves; score at least 80,000 points to become a "Friend of the Dolphins." Reach the mystery score and you'll even receive a special message. <br><br>Eight game variations alter the squid's speed and allow two players to alternate turns. Flip the difficulty switch to change how fast you need to catch the squid after touching the seagull: four seconds on the 'B' setting and two seconds on the 'A' setting.

Product Identifiers

PublisherActivision
eBay Product ID (ePID)56251759

Product Key Features

GenreAction & Adventure
PlatformAtari 2600
Game NameDolphin

Additional Product Features

Release Year1983
Country/Region of ManufactureUSA
Control ElementsGamepad/Joystick

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4.8
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  • Classic Game

    I purchased this cartridge to replace 1 that I had for 31 years , which is a testament to the value and worth of the product

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  • fun classic games

    Great old Atari 2600 games. If it were not for thee games, we would not have the games we have now. Activision is still one of the best game makers.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • No Ecco

    Challenging game, but very fun score chaser.

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  • great

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned