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Centipede: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

Centipede (1981): what the game is about, platforms, developer and rating, in one evergreen guide.

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Centipede (1981) is a shooter, arcade video game developed by Atari, available on Arcade, browser. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 71/100 on IGDB.

What is Centipede about?

Centipede is a vertically-oriented shoot 'em up arcade game produced by Atari, Inc. in 1980. The game was designed by Ed Logg along with Dona Bailey, one of the few female game programmers in the industry at this time. It was also the first arcade coin-operated game to have a significant female player base. The player defends against swarms of insects, completing a round after eliminating the centipede that winds down the playing field.

Key details

Centipede was released in 1981 and supports single player, multiplayer. Platforms: Arcade, browser. Developer: Atari.

Should you play Centipede?

A solid 71/100 aggregate score makes Centipede a safe pick for fans of shooter, arcade.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of game is Centipede?

Centipede is a shooter, arcade game by Atari, released in 1981.

What platforms is Centipede on?

Centipede is available on Arcade, browser.

Is Centipede good?

Centipede has an aggregate score of 71/100 from critics and players on IGDB.

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