Summary
- Release Year: 1990
- Genres: Adventure, Platform
- Platforms: Atari 7800
- Developers: BluSky Sotware
- Publishers: Atari Corporation
Scrapyard Dog is a side-scrolling action game developed and published by Atari Games for the Atari 2600 video game console. It was released in 1990 and is the sequel to the 1989 game Pitfall: The Mayan Adventure.
The player controls Louie, a junkyard owner whose dog has been kidnapped by a group of thugs led by Mr. Big. Louie must travel through 15 levels of the scrapyard, fighting off thugs and avoiding hazards, in order to rescue his dog.
Scrapyard Dog is a challenging game, but it is also a lot of fun. The graphics are colorful and detailed, and the sound effects are excellent. The game’s music is also very catchy.
One of the things that makes Scrapyard Dog so challenging is the fact that Louie is constantly losing health. He can be damaged by enemies, hazards, and even by falling too far. Louie can replenish his health by collecting food items, but these are scarce.
Another challenge in Scrapyard Dog is the variety of enemies. Louie will face off against thugs with knives, guns, and even flamethrowers. He will also have to avoid hazards such as spikes, pits, and conveyor belts.
Despite the challenges, Scrapyard Dog is a very rewarding game. Rescuing Louie’s dog is a great feeling, and the game’s many secrets and bonus areas add to its replay value.
Gameplay
Scrapyard Dog is a side-scrolling action game. The player controls Louie, who must travel through 15 levels of the scrapyard, fighting off thugs and avoiding hazards, in order to rescue his dog.
Louie can attack enemies with his fists or with a variety of weapons, including rocks, pipes, and guns. He can also jump and climb ladders.
The game’s levels are filled with a variety of enemies, including thugs with knives, guns, and flamethrowers. Louie will also have to avoid hazards such as spikes, pits, and conveyor belts.
Louie’s health is constantly decreasing, and he can be damaged by enemies, hazards, and even by falling too far. Louie can replenish his health by collecting food items, but these are scarce.
The game’s levels are also filled with a variety of secrets and bonus areas. These areas can contain extra lives, weapons, and other helpful items.
Development
Scrapyard Dog was developed by Atari Games and published by Atari Corporation. The game was designed by David Crane, who also designed Pitfall: The Mayan Adventure.
Scrapyard Dog was released for the Atari 2600 in 1990. The game was a critical and commercial success, and it is considered to be one of the best games for the Atari 2600.
Reception
Scrapyard Dog was praised for its graphics, sound, and gameplay. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Scrapyard Dog has been featured in several publications, including Electronic Gaming Monthly, Game Informer, and IGN. The game has also been included in several lists of the best Atari 2600 games.
Legacy
Scrapyard Dog is considered to be one of the best games for the Atari 2600. The game’s graphics, sound, and gameplay are all top-notch, and it is a challenging and rewarding experience.
Scrapyard Dog has been ported to several other platforms, including the Atari 5200, Atari 7800, and Atari Lynx. The game has also been released on several compilation discs, including the Atari 2600 Action Pack 3 and the Atari 2600 Classics Collection.
Scrapyard Dog is still enjoyed by gamers today, and it is considered to be a classic of the Atari 2600 era.
Review Score
7.5/10
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