Centipede by Atari Home Ports For The Atari2600 ColecoVision And BBC Micro

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Douglas Titchmarsh
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Centipede (1981)
Duration: 11:02
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Welcome to our video about the home ports of the classic arcade game Centipede by Atari. In this video, we will be taking a closer look at three of the most popular home ports of Centipede, which include the BBC Micro, Colecovision, and Atari 2600.

First up is the BBC Micro port of Centipede. Released in 1984, this port was developed by Micro Power and was one of the first home ports of the game. Despite being a fairly faithful adaptation of the arcade original, the BBC Micro version of Centipede suffered from a lack of colors and slightly sluggish gameplay. However, it was still a popular title on the platform and is remembered fondly by fans of the system.

Next, we have the Colecovision port of Centipede, which was released in 1983. Developed by Atari themselves, this port was praised for its colorful graphics and fast-paced gameplay. The Colecovision version of Centipede also boasted a unique controller, which was designed to resemble the arcade machine's trackball controller. Overall, the Colecovision port of Centipede is considered to be one of the best home ports of the game and remains a favorite among fans of the system.

Finally, we have the Atari 2600 port of Centipede, which was released in 1982. Despite being developed by Atari themselves, the 2600 version of Centipede was criticized for its poor graphics and limited sound capabilities. However, it was still a popular title on the system and helped to establish the Atari 2600 as a viable gaming platform.

In conclusion, the home ports of Centipede varied greatly in terms of quality and gameplay. While the BBC Micro port suffered from a lack of colors, the Colecovision port was praised for its graphics and controller, and the Atari 2600 port helped to establish the system as a gaming platform. Which one was your favorite? Let us know in the comments below!



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