Meteorites

About

Meteorites is a classic arcade shooter from 1983 that pits you against a swarm of space rocks. You pilot a ship, blasting asteroids that split into smaller pieces until you can eliminate them completely. Each level ramps up the challenge with faster rocks and tighter spacing. Play alone or take turns with a friend in split-screen mode, though the Atari 5200’s hardware keeps things simple and fast. The game started life as Disasteroids but got renamed to avoid clashing with Atari’s brand. It shows its Asteroids roots clearly but adds a few twists like variable rock sizes and a points system that rewards efficiency. Despite its age, the core loop still holds up for quick bursts of chaotic shooting. A niche title, it’s a curio for retro arcade fans and those curious about early ’80s gaming experimentation.