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Atari Anniversary Advance came out in 2002 for the Game Boy Advance, developed by Digital Eclipse. It was a time when handhelds were really starting to hold their own, and this collection fit right in with its straightforward, no-frills approach to retro gaming. You got a handful of Atari's early hits in one cartridge, which felt like a solid deal if you were into that era of arcade simplicity.

You control different characters or vehicles depending on the game; a ship in Asteroids, a tank in Combat, or the player character in Centipede. The main objective is always to survive and score as many points as possible, often with just one life to spare. Signature mechanics include precise maneuvering to avoid obstacles, timing your shots carefully, and sometimes even dealing with screen wrapping where exiting one edge brings you back on the opposite side. The pacing is fast, and the difficulty can spike quickly, demanding quick reflexes and patience. It feels sharp and responsive, even on the small screen, making each session a tense but satisfying test of skill.