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720°

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720° is a 1986 arcade skateboarding game by Atari Games and one of the earliest notable extreme sports titles. It places players in a connected urban playground linking several event areas, where a distinctive rotating joystick is used for steering, spins, speed control, and tricks. With events like Vert, Downhill, Slalom, and Jump, the game stood out for its unusual controls, free-roaming structure, and memorable presentation.
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Release Date
1986-01-01
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Plays
11

The game uses an overhead isometric-like view as the player skates around a central park area connected to four main events. The rotating joystick handles movement direction and aerial spins, while the button is used for jumping. Each event has different goals, such as performing tricks, passing gates, racing downhill, or achieving long jumps. Players must earn enough points and tickets to keep entering events, avoid hazards like attacking bees, and manage time carefully to continue progressing.

Skater

The unnamed playable skateboarder who explores the park and competes in all events.

Learn the feel of the rotating joystick first, since control precision is the foundation of both survival and scoring. Early on, focus on safer events to build points and tickets before attempting riskier courses. Plan efficient routes through the hub to avoid wasting time. In the air, controlled landings matter more than overcommitting to spins. If bees appear, keep moving fast or enter an event area quickly to escape pressure.

No cheats or unlockables available

Tips

Practice small spins before attempting higher-scoring aerial rotations.

Tips

Memorize where each event entrance is located to save time in the hub.

Tips

Consistent finishes are often more valuable than risky failed tricks.

User Reviews

Its open layout and skateboarding theme felt remarkably ahead of its time.

User Reviews

The rotating joystick is hard to learn, but very satisfying once it clicks.

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