SCREENSTAR

Well, we all know the story by now, I guess. Pacman was conceived by Toru Iwatani while he was eating a pizza. When he looked at his plate, after he had eaten a slice of his pizza, he came up with the idea of creating the main circular and yellow character we all know and love today.

by ST Graveyard, 05/03/2005

THE CLASS OF AL

Let's take a history class and delve deep into the past of Atari Legend. Or maybe you are curious and want to take a peak at what is still to come? Who are the people behind this project? Or maybe you feel like helping out? Check out this section.

SOCIAL CORNER

OPEN DATABASE

API

We want to make all our efforts available for other projects. That is why we have decided to fully open up our database. All content is available under the Creative Commons BY-NC-SA v4.0 license.

Currently, exporting to different formats is already possible using the game section, daily database and screenshot dumps can be downloaded HERE and an API is planned.

You want to be part in the creation and/or test phase? Please get in touch with us. If you have ideas, let us know. Otherwise, keep your eye on this tile, more updates coming soon!

Where classic ST games rest in peace

Your number 1 Atari ST resource on the net!

Atari Legend is a living and breathing webproject, designed by sceners. We like to involve as many people as possible to make it fresh and up to date. We offer a nostalgic trip down the Atari ST memory lane, focussing on exciting content. Details on all the classics, in-depth reviews, interviews with the creators of yesterday’s gems and much more.

PRESS RELEASE

Day 11: Trivia Game Show by Energize

December 11, 2018 by muguk

Elite are in charge of today's release which features a previously unreleased game, Trivia Game Show which was released by Energize in 1991. However, before you can play the game, there's an excellent new Elite intro by DHS (Code: Evil, Logo: Lowlife, Music: Epic).

Day 10: Star Fleet I: The War Begins

December 10, 2018 by muguk

Today's release - Star Fleet I: The War Begins - puts you as a new graduate of Starfleet Academy in command of a starship. The Federation is at war with the Krellans and Zaldrons, so the player has plenty of combatants to engage from the beginning. Every ship system is modelled in meticulous detail, making it a must play for all every armchair Trekkie commander.

Special 9th Advent day release: UDS' source code collection!

December 9, 2018 by muguk

This is something that's a little bit out of the ordinary for today's Advent release: a collection of source code from one of the colder parts of Europe, Unique Developments Sweden (UDS).

UDS was the development team that created both Obsession and Substation for our Fuji-machines back in the day.

[Xmas countdown] Day 8: Zork Solid Gold edition

December 8, 2018 by ST Graveyard

On this 8th day we bring you Zork : Solid Gold edition by Infocom. Fixed by CB. This rare version of the game has a new parser and a built in hint system.

[Xmas countdown] Day 7: Ultima V

December 7, 2018 by Brume

The countdown to Christmas continues. Today, we are happy to present a super famous game: Ultima V: Warriors of Destiny.

[Xmas countdown] Day 6: Rings of Zilfin

December 6, 2018 by muguk

It's release #6 of our Atari Legend Advent Calendar and we bring you another of FGC's releases. This time it's Rings of Zilfin.

INDEPTH REVIEWS

Frogs

December 4, 2018 by ST Graveyard

Frogs is made for multi-player madness. There is no real level system in the game, you may select whatever option or screen you like from the start. And while the game is nice as a 1 player game, it gets a bit boring rather quickly. The AI is splendid, a great accomplishment for Thomas, I'm sure. Still, maybe some kind of mission system or goal could have solved this. But in the end, that is NOT the point AT ALL.

Manic Miner

November 6, 2018 by ST Graveyard

As a first game, Bionic Nerd has made something to be proud of. If you are not afraid of a real challenge and want to know what games were all about in the first half of the 80s, Manic Miner is a beautiful example. And even though it might feel unfair at first, and lots of perseverance is needed, it is addictive as hell. You will be playing quite a bit if you want to experience the end sequence ... Unless you cheat, of course ...

r0x zero

November 4, 2018 by Brume

r0x zero renews the genre with some tricks. It is also one of the best shooting games created on the Atari STE with its frenzied scrolling, its catchy music, its superb graphics and its perfect realisation. You still have doubts? Then dive into this review, and don't hesitate to tell us what you think. I'm pretty sure you won’t regret you tried it.

AL MOBILE

Did you know Atari Legend is fully responsive and mobile ready? You want this site to behave like an app on your phone or tablet? Simply open the site in your favorite browser and look for the 'Add to homescreen' button. In Safari on IOS, first press the 'share' icon, than this pop up appears. In Chrome on Android, you press the button at the top right, and select 'add to homescreen'. Once you have done this, the famous Atari bee fits nicely on your homescreen and you can enjoy AL with the tap of a finger.

STATISTICS

5890 games in archive

6254 releases in archive

24331 game screenshots in archive

5523 games have screenshots

1260 companies in the archive

4654 games have a publisher assigned

3379 games have a developer assigned

1002 games have boxscans assigned

4066 games have a genre set

3 files for download

3 games have download

118 games have been reviewed

367 registered users

2 articles in archive

186 links in archive

493 games have music attached

532 gamemusic files are uploaded

WHO IS IT?

Tord Jansson was one of the programmers at the amazing Unique Developments Sweden. He helped to create 2 of the most iconic games during the final years of the ST's lifespan, Obsession and Substation. Tord was a member of UDS from the very beginning, up until its demise. During the years, Tord did not only work on ST games, he was also programmer and project lead on numerous other big budget titles for many systems. You want to learn more about the history of the company that pushed the boundaries of the STe? Or ever wondered who created the fastest tracker player in the ST demo scene? Look no further...

by ST Graveyard, 28/06/2018

HOT LINKS

The official Facebook page of Atari-Forum

by ST Graveyard, Jan 31, 2018

DID YOU KNOW?

The name "Atari" comes from a move in the ancient game of Go, a favorite of founder Nolan Bushnell.

SPOTLIGHT

Are you yearning to read an actual ST magazine just like in the good 'ol days? Well, this is definitely something for you than. Check out the beautiful Atari ST Gamer magazines by Darren Doyle. Filled to the brim with reviews, interviews and so much color it will make your head spin! Click the link for more info.

WHO IS IT?

Tord Jansson was one of the programmers at the amazing Unique Developments Sweden. He helped to create 2 of the most iconic games during the final years of the ST's lifespan, Obsession and Substation. Tord was a member of UDS from the very beginning, up until its demise. During the years, Tord did not only work on ST games, he was also programmer and project lead on numerous other big budget titles for many systems. You want to learn more about the history of the company that pushed the boundaries of the STe? Or ever wondered who created the fastest tracker player in the ST demo scene? Look no further...

by ST Graveyard, 28/06/2018