Era: Atari's second-generation hardware of the early 1980s
Emulator: Browser-based (EmulatorJS)
About Moon Patrol
Moon Patrol delivers lunar vehicle action on the Atari 5200. Jump craters and blast aliens while patrolling the moon's surface. Originally developed for the Atari 5200 during Atari's second-generation hardware of the early 1980s, Moon Patrol remains a standout title in the Atari 5200 library. The game features reflex-driven gameplay and power-ups and weapon upgrades, making it a memorable entry in the action / shooter genres.
How to Play Moon Patrol
Click Play Now to launch Moon Patrol 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 5200 improved on its predecessor with enhanced graphics and analog controls. Its library features enhanced versions of classic arcade and 2600 titles.
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 Moon Patrol is easy: press "Play Now" above and the game starts right in your browser window. Our emulator handles everything — no extra software needed.
Is Moon Patrol free to play?
Moon Patrol is free to play here on RetroVault.GG. We believe classic games should be accessible to everyone, so there's no cost to jump in.
What console is Moon Patrol for?
Moon Patrol was originally released for the Atari 5200. On RetroVault.GG, you can play it online in your browser without needing the original console.
What genre is Moon Patrol?
Moon Patrol is a action, shooter game. It was made for the Atari 5200.
Can I play Moon Patrol on my phone?
Moon Patrol is fully playable on mobile devices. Open this page in your phone's browser and tap Play Now — touch controls appear automatically.