Asteroids (Game)
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
Atari Coin-Op Division corporate records
Collection
Identifier: 114.6238
Abstract
The Atari Coin-Op records comprise 600 linear feet of game design documents, memos, focus group reports, market research reports, marketing materials, arcade cabinet drawings, schematics, artwork, photographs, videos, and publication material. Much of the material is oversized.
Atari Cosmos Programmable Game System collection
File — Box Individual Manuscripts
Identifier: 119.215
Abstract
This documentation on the Atari Cosmos game system was provided by Dan Kramer, former Atari Engineering staff member in the Consumer Electronics division. Materials include four hologram screens (two for Superman EG502, 1981 and two for Asteroids EG505, 1981) and copies of photocopied press releases and images of the COSMOS game system.
Cort and Barbara Allen Atari packaging design collection
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 115.4168
Abstract
This collection consists of 240 folders containing drawings, photographs, proofs, preliminary package mockups, drafts of manual scripts, unused packaging, and other internal documents used in the design and production of Atari’s packaging and manuals for home console video games, computer games, game consoles, and handheld games. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1977 and 1983.