Atari 2600 (Video game console)
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 7 Collections and/or Records:
Alamogordo, N.M. “Atari Burial” collection
Collection — digital collection: [Alamogordo N.M. Atari Burial collection]
Identifier: 115.2073
Abstract
These images from the Alamogordo, NM landfill were taken by Jim Heller, the man who helped to "bury" the legendary Atari cartridges in 1983. Marty Goldberg, an Atari historian, interviewed Jim Heller about the event and subsequently produced hi-resolution TIFFs from Mr. Heller's original photographs. (Access .JPGs have been created.) Also included in this donation are two publicity photographs of players with the Magnavox Odyssey 2 and the Atari 400 (taken c. 1981 at Macy's in Chicago), as...
Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom source code printout
File — Box Individual Manuscripts
Identifier: 118.8351
Abstract
This is a source code printout for the Sega arcade game Buck Rogers: Planet of Zoom, ported for the Atari 2600, c. 1983.
Carol Shaw papers
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 2017.shaw
Abstract
The Carol Shaw papers are a compilation of game design documentation, notes, sketches, source code printouts, advertisements, and other ephemera relating to the career of video game designer Carol Shaw. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1978 and 1984.
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.
Tom Sloper papers
Collection
Identifier: 121.5953
Overview
This collection documents Tom Sloper’s role in the toy and videogame industry, specifically his consultant work and expertise in Mah-Jongg games. The bulk of materials are dated from 1983-2000.
Up'n Down source code printout [1 of 2]
File — Box Individual Manuscripts
Identifier: 118.8349
Abstract
This is a source code printout for the Sega arcade game Up'n Down, ported for the Atari 2600, c. 1983.
Up'n Down source code printout [2 of 2]
File — Box Individual Manuscripts
Identifier: 118.8350
Abstract
This is a source code printout for the Sega arcade game Up'n Down, ported for the Atari 2600, c. 1983.