Era: the pioneering days of home consoles in the late 1970s
Emulator: Browser-based (EmulatorJS)
About Missile Command
Missile Command puts nuclear defense in your hands on the Atari 2600. Protect your cities from incoming missiles in this tense and iconic Atari arcade classic. Originally developed for the Atari 2600 during the pioneering days of home consoles in the late 1970s, Missile Command remains a standout title in the Atari 2600 library. The game features fast-paced action and precision shooting mechanics and tactical decision-making, making it a memorable entry in the action / shooter / strategy genres.
How to Play Missile Command
Click Play Now to launch Missile Command directly in your browser — no downloads or plugins needed. Use the Arrow Keys to move and Z for the fire button. Press Enter to start or reset. You can also connect a USB or Bluetooth gamepad for a more authentic feel.
The Atari 2600 launched the home console revolution. Its simple yet addictive games established the foundations that the entire gaming industry was built upon.
Save states let you save your progress at any point. Create a free account to sync saves across devices. Press F11 for fullscreen mode.
Playing Missile Command is easy: press "Play Now" above and the game starts right in your browser window. Our emulator handles everything — no extra software needed.
Is Missile Command free to play?
Yes, Missile Command is completely free to play on RetroVault.GG. Just visit the game page and start playing in your browser.
What console is Missile Command for?
Originally a Atari 2600 game, Missile Command can now be played directly in your browser here on RetroVault.GG with no setup needed.
What genre is Missile Command?
Missile Command is a action, shooter, strategy game. It was made for the Atari 2600.
Can I play Missile Command on my phone?
You can play Missile Command on any mobile device with a modern browser. The game adapts to your screen size with on-screen touch controls.