Atari announced PONG Quest. Yes, *that* PONG game is now coming back as an RPG of all genres. If you’re confused, you’re not the only one. PONG Quest will release this Spring for $14.99.
PONG Quest features a brave young paddle traversing a variety of treacherous dungeons loosely based on classic Atari hits, including Asteroids, Centipede, among others. Our brave hero will dictate the fate of the PONG world by revealing the mysteries of… a Spooky Door.
PONG Quest will have a story mode and have players go head-to-head with paddle opponents in RPG-esque battles. Special unlockable PONG balls add new depths and strategy to the classic gameplay putting a fresh and modern spin on the original.
Here’s what Atari COO Jean-Marcel Nicolai had to say:
“PONG as an RPG is something completely unexpected, but wonderful in execution. We are thrilled to bring PONG Quest to life to honor the classic IP and bring the beloved gameplay to a new generation of players and RPG fans. Atari has a rich portfolio of titles and exploring new ways to breathe new life into those franchises yields exciting results.”