Action · 1972
Pong
In short: Pong is an Action game by Atari, released in 1972 on PC. It takes about 1 hours to beat.
Pong is a table tennis-themed twitch arcade video game with simple two-dimensional graphics. It was the first sports arcade video game and one of the earliest arcade video games in history, helping to establish the video game industry along with the Magnavox Odyssey. Soon after its release, several companies began…
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Key facts
- Released
- 29 November 1972
- Genre
- Action · Sports · Simulation
- Length
- ≈ 1 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC
- Studio
- Atari
- Publisher
- Namco
Where to buy
Also compare at Green Man Gaming·Instant Gaming·Kinguin·GameSeal
Why play it
- A 1972 classic that aged well
- "Action" vibe
- Wraps up in one evening
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Pong?
Expect about 1 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Pong with friends?
No, Pong is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Pong on?
Pong is available on PC.
What games are like Pong?
In the same spirit: Rooftops & Alleys: The Parkour Game, Stride and Holopoint.





