Pigs in Space

About

Pigs in Space is a 1983 Atari 2600 shooter with three distinct mini-games featuring different pig characters. You start by choosing between levels where you shoot invading chickens, dodge spaghetti in a vertical crawl, or blast laser-wielding robots while piloting a ship. Each mode uses simple controls but ramps up difficulty quickly, with limited lives and high scores as the main goal. Captain Link’s level adds bonus targets, Piggy’s requires precise timing, and Dr. Strangepork’s tests aim and movement under pressure. All games are single player, with lives earned at 10,000 points. This title stands out for its goofy sci-fi setting and variety of arcade-style challenges. The absurd humor in the space-pig premise keeps things lighthearted, while the three distinct mechanics offer a small but satisfying collection of old-school gameplay. Though it hasn’t aged as sharply as some ’80s classics, it remains a nostalgic pick for fans of pixelated chaos and short-form arcade action.