Circus Atari (1980)

- Platforms
- Atari 2600
- Where to get it
- My Abandonware
How it feels
a quick, repetitive arcade challenge with simple controls and a retro circus theme.
arcadeysimplefastrepetitivechallengingretro
About
Released in 1980 for the Atari 2600, *Circus* is an action title originally published by Atari Inc. Players control a clown character who must navigate a series of obstacles while avoiding enemies within a circus-themed setting. The game features simple graphics and sound effects typical of early home console releases from that era.
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