720 Degrees

720 Degrees

Released1986
720 Degrees is a 1986 arcade game by Atari Games. 720°, a skateboarding game, is notable in that along with BMX Simulator, it is one of the first extreme sports video games, and has a unique timed structure that requires the player score points in order to keep the game going.
42Wit Score

Details

DeveloperAtari Games
PublisherU.S. Gold, Midway Games, Mindscape
ReleasedDecember 1, 1986
StatusReleased
GenresSportArcade
ThemesAction
PlatformsCOM Commodore C64/128/MAXNIN Nintendo Entertainment SystemGAM Game Boy ColorAMS Amstrad CPCZX ZX SpectrumARC Arcade
ModesMultiplayerSingle player

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Community Score
Mixed Reception42/100

About This Game

A young skateboarder navigates through a typical suburban neighborhood, where mastering aerial tricks and landings becomes the path to skateboarding glory. By stringing together jumps and maneuvers throughout the residential streets, players accumulate points that unlock access to increasingly challenging skate park competitions. The game's title references the most coveted aerial stunt—a complete double rotation—which represents the pinnacle of the tricks riders can attempt. Progression hinges on building skills in an everyday setting before proving oneself against tougher opponents and obstacles in dedicated skating venues.