adamchevy Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 I am trying to help my kids get a start with the 2600. My kids are 8 and 5 years old. So far they have really enjoyed Keystone Kaper, pacman, Galaxian, and Outlaw. If you have any other suggestions I would greatly appreciate it as I am relatively new to the 2600 library. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+grips03 Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 My son, age 10 likes Stay Frosty 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philflound Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 There are 4 Sesame Street titles, though you would need the controller and overlays. Also Mickey Mouse Sorcerer's Apprentice and Pigs in Space, though those are a little more expensive. Hangman is cool and will help them with vocabulary. Video Pinball should keep them busy for hours. Superman is fun and they'll probably like the ability to fly from screen to screen. Any of the sports games if they are into that will entertain them if they play against each other. Phil 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sloth-machine Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 My 5 year old loves Haunted House, Adventure, Bowling, Space Invaders, and Jungle Hunt. All games with fairly simple controls and straightforward game play. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+cvga Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 Cute picture. Is that a Genesis controller? I didn't realize the cords were that long! If you have a set of paddle controllers I'd recommend Kaboom. It's a blast They would probably also like Circus Atari and Warlords. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CDS Games Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 My 7 year old is on a Demon Attack kick. Also loves Jungle Hunt, Adventure, Breakout. My younger ones like Combat, Air Sea Battle, Haunted House. I agree with sloth-machine that the controls seem to be a defining factor. They love the swinging action on Jungle Hunt with just a push of the button, as opposed to Pitfall where there's a lot going on and it's too easy to die. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WolfAmongWolves Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 My nephews (8 and 6) love Air-Sea Battle and the cooperative mode in Atlantis. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atarian7 Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 (edited) Pole Position I haven't played the other racing games except for Night Driver and Grand Prix. I think Pole Position is a relatively easy game to play. Grand Prix is a game that requires more focus than most young kids have. Edited February 8, 2015 by Atarian7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister-VCS Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 Freeway and Wizard of Wor. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamchevy Posted February 9, 2015 Author Share Posted February 9, 2015 Cute picture. Is that a Genesis controller? I didn't realize the cords were that long! If you have a set of paddle controllers I'd recommend Kaboom. It's a blast They would probably also like Circus Atari and Warlords. Thanks for the recommendations. I have tried Kaboom but my paddles controllers make the game feel buggy and unsmooth. I'm not sure if the paddle controllers are supposed to have a smooth motion or not but mine make the game feel jerky . I have an extender on my controller cable. Sega Genesis controllers are a bit large for kids hands. I dont care for the original controllers , I might try some wicos from the good things I've heard. I've never thought of haunted house as a kids game but from what I've read and seen on the internet it looks good. I've thought about freeway a few times , most the Activision games are awesome on the 2600. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Papa Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Rampage!! TOO MUCH FUN! Kids OR adults.. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chas10e Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Thanks for the recommendations. I have tried Kaboom but my paddles controllers make the game feel buggy and unsmooth. I'm not sure if the paddle controllers are supposed to have a smooth motion or not but mine make the game feel jerky . I have an extender on my controller cable. Sega Genesis controllers are a bit large for kids hands. I dont care for the original controllers , I might try some wicos from the good things I've heard. I've never thought of haunted house as a kids game but from what I've read and seen on the internet it looks good. I've thought about freeway a few times , most the Activision games are awesome on the 2600. they are supposed to operate smoothly .... good guide to cleaning the potentiometers http://atariage.com/forums/topic/184296-slowcoders-guide-to-cleaning-up-your-2600/?p=2316794 Video Olympics, & Warlords paddle games have 3&4 player modes Space Invaders level#33 has co-op mode & quite fun Indy 500 requires driving controllers & one of my favorites ...may require a bit of cleaning as well 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtshark7 Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 You can't go wrong with Vanguard! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+LS650 Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Frogger is a great game for kids... or adults! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Papa Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Take the paddles apart and then pry the four metal braces off revealing a greasy, messy, old pot. Clean everything off thoroughly and reassemble! They will work perfectly after this! You will need a flathead screwdriver (to pry, make it small..), a philips head screwdriver to disassemble, something to clean it all off with like 70% or higher alcohol and some swabs or something like it. When reassembling make sure everything lines up properly and the knob is restricted on both sides to it's limits. There are graphical explanations of the process with more detail all over the internet!! Don't give up on those paddle games just yet!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Papa Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 ..Kaboom, Jedi Arena, Breakout, Super Breakout, Casino, Poker Plus, Blackjack, Warlords, Eggomania are all great paddle games...just to name a few!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Smurfs 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamchevy Posted February 9, 2015 Author Share Posted February 9, 2015 Thanks for the info on cleaning the controllers, I'm really looking forward to some kaboom and other paddle games. My kids think the paddle controllers are awesome , I'm going to hunt down all of those paddle games mentioned. I didn't know smurfs was on the 2600, I loved that cartoon as a kid. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinroh Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 My son (4) loves to play Space Invaders and Pole Position by himself, but if I'm playing he always wants me to play E.T., Dig Dug, or Pac-Man. I also have a picture of me when I was 4 playing Dig Dug so it seems to have staying power. haha. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamchevy Posted February 9, 2015 Author Share Posted February 9, 2015 Recently came upon barnstorming! I think my kids are going to love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+save2600 Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 I loved me some Coconuts as a kid. Still do! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yllawwally Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 With the way atari games are designed, they would probably enjoy practically any game. There are only a handful of games that need a manual. My kids like to wander around, they found ET very entertaining. Pitfall is another good choice. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chas10e Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 My son (4) loves to play Space Invaders and Pole Position by himself, but if I'm playing he always wants me to play E.T., Dig Dug, or Pac-Man. I also have a picture of me when I was 4 playing Dig Dug so it seems to have staying power. haha. yup we're gonna need side by side pics k thx Recently came upon barnstorming! I think my kids are going to love it! I would think hunting for them together will make it extra special 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrimlockDESTROY Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Snoopy and the Red Baron is a fun game for kids! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Papa Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 I used to read those Snoopy books. The World War I fighting Ace!! Also the "Happiness Is" books.. those were good. Keystone Kapers is a great one for kids. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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