Atari 2600 · 1983
Donkey Kong
An early home console adaptation of the arcade classic, featuring Jumpman in his pre-Mario days.
- Publisher
- Atari
- Format
- Cartridge
- Genre
- Platformer
- Released
- 1983
01
Overview
This 1983 Atari 2600 port brings the original arcade action to home consoles. Players control Jumpman, who would later become Mario, as he navigates the levels to reach Pauline. It is distributed in a standard Atari 2600 cartridge shell.
02
Why it matters
The game represents one of the first licensed ports of the arcade hit to home consoles. It documents a transitional moment when Jumpman was still being introduced to a broader audience.
03
The physical edition
A typical complete copy includes the game cartridge in its standard shell, along with the box and any included paperwork. Regional packaging can vary, so examine the specific copy before purchasing.
04
Playing it today
The game runs on standard Atari 2600 hardware, including original consoles and common emulators. It plays straightforwardly, with the core arcade mechanics intact.