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How to Play Classic Atari Games Online

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Atari produced many of the first arcade games and then created a revolution in gaming by offering the first video game system you could play in your own home. Video games have come along way since then, but many people still like to reminisce by playing the simple classic Atari games. Instead of hooking an old Atari and adapter up to your modern television, play Atari games online.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
  1. Step 1

    Go to the Atari website and select your country to enter the main section of the website. From there, click on "Atari Play" on the left side of the website.

  2. Step 2

    Create a free account with Atari play in order to play the games. Click "Register" in the upper left-hand corner of the screen. Fill in the form and click "Next." Check your email for an email from Atari.

  3. Step 3

    Click on the link in the email from Atari. You'll be taken back to the Atari Play website and your account is verified. You are now ready to play Atari games online.

  4. Step 4

    Find the "Arcade Games" section at the top of the Atari Play website. This is where you'll find the classic online Atari games.

  5. Step 5

    Choose the game you want to play. You'll be given instructions on the right side of the window on how to play the games. You can increase the size of the game windows by clicking "Maximize" at the right.

Tips & Warnings
  • Log into your Atari Play account and click on "Discussion Forums" in the upper left-hand corner of the website. Here you can discuss Atari games with other Atari Play members.

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