Play Save The Whales Online – Atari 2600 Game

Game Overview

Save The Whales (2002) is a homebrew game developed for the Atari 2600, inspired by the environmental activism of the 1970s and 1980s. Players take on the role of a diver tasked with protecting whales from harpoon-wielding ships by intercepting the harpoons before they strike. The game’s simple yet engaging mechanics reflect the Atari 2600’s classic style, with straightforward controls and a clear, urgent objective.

Notably, Save The Whales was unofficially credited to "20th Century Fox" as a playful nod to the era’s pop culture, though it was actually created by an independent developer. Its retro charm and thematic focus on conservation make it a unique entry in the Atari 2600 library, blending classic arcade action with a message about wildlife protection.