Hello Power Players!
Welcome to Atarian, the new bi-monthly magazine for Atari power players like you. Although this is the second issue of Atarian, we’re calling it a “Premier Issue” because it is the first issue sold on newsstands throughout the U.S. and Canada.
In this issue, top pros tell you how to max your scores on games like Jungle Hunt, Thunderfox, and Double Dunk. Our experts share their insights with you as they review 11 great new games including Dark Chambers, Crack’ed, Super Football and Commando.
The previews section gives you the inside scoop on six sensational titles coming out soon while the Tips & Tricks section is chock full of hot playing tips from other readers.
If you’re not an Atarian Video Game Club member, use the form in this issue and go for it!
INTERVIEW 4 Gary Kitchen We talk to the pres of Absolute Entertainment
REVIEWS 6 Crystal Castles, Dark Chambers, Super Football, Super Skateboardin', Bump 'n' Jump, Hardball, Ballblazer, Crack’ed, Blue Max, Crossbow, Commando
DEPARTMENTS 2 Mailbag
Here's what you've written to us 3 Top 30
Your favorite 10 games for 2600, 7800, and XE 23 10 Years Ago
Popular games in years gone by 24 Tips & Tricks
Reader tips for overcoming the obstacles
30 Adventures of Atari
The evil Ninja-Endo kidnaps Beth and sets an undergound trap for Milo Mender
32 Puzzlers
Take a break with these challenging stumpers
FEATURES 21 Fascinating Facts
Amazing statistics about Atarian club members
22 Previews
Sneak previews of new games coming out soon
PLAYING STRATEGY 16 Jungle Hunt, Thunderfox, Double Dunk
CLASSICS 26 Super Breakout, Jr. Pac-Man, David's Midnight Magic