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Lightly used game, tested to work on an original Atari 2600 as well as the 2600+ and 7800+.  

Activision shell.  For authentic Zimag shell builds, please inquire for pricing.

 

As you might have guessed from the title, this game is about a mysterious thief (ie. you).  Your goal is to steal as many items as possible from the building before the timer expires.  However, to accomplish this task you're going to have to sneaky, because as we all know a clumsy thief is a dead thief.  Unfortunately, you're not alone, killer guard dogs and the local security man have been alerted to your presence and are out to put an end to your one-man crime spree.  

 

The building is separated into four floors each with five windows.  The top floor is the roof which has no windows or enemies, so you can hide up there if things get too hot for you.  To move between floors you will need to watch for an access hole (purple square) which appears somewhere on the floor above you.  There are permanent access holes on the left or right edges of the levels, and one that moves around randomly on each floor.  To use an access hole simply jump up and press up, and you will use your grappling hook to go through the hole.  However, make sure there are no enemies close by when moving between levels and there is a slight pause after you move up in which you can't jump.

 

Each floor except for the top and the bottom have a guard dog which will run after you the moment you enter the level.  Guard dogs can be easily jumped over, but they are fast and will constantly race back and forth around the level.  Also making your life miserable is the security guard who moves through the windows on each floor. The guard is fast, and if he catches you as you move in front of a window you will lose a life, so it's best to wait until he moves to another floor.  Also appearing in the windows are various treasures, these are what you are after so make sure you grab them as soon as they appear.  If you manage to grab enough treasure a helicopter will appear, this is your cue to run to the roof and make your escape.  You will receive bonus points for each second on the timer remaining.

 

🎮 Product Features

 

  • Collector-Quality Cartridge – Built for retro enthusiasts who value authenticity and presentation.  Correct style and brand shells.
  • Premium Label Finish – Sharp, vibrant artwork with durable materials (no cheap labels with inferior art and resolution)
  • Protective Collector’s Sleeve Included – Keeps your cartridge safe from dust, scratches, and shelf wear
  • Secure Boxed Shipping – Ships in a rigid box for maximum protection (not a flimsy padded mailer)
  • Clean, Professional Assembly – Carefully built and inspected for consistent quality
  • Ready to Play – Fully tested and guaranteed to work
  • Perfect for Display or Play – Looks great on the shelf and plays just as well
 

Refund Policy

 

All items are guaranteed to be fully functional as described. If an item is found to be nonfunctional, a full refund will be issued upon return of the item and verification of the issue. Please note that refunds will only be granted if the item is returned in its original condition, with no components altered, removed, or replaced.

 

Shipping Policy

 

Domestic orders are shipped via USPS Ground Advantage. In an effort to reduce waste, we may reuse and repurpose boxes and packaging materials whenever possible. All items are securely packaged and shipped in a box to ensure safe delivery.

A Mysterious Thief (Atari 2600) Game Cartridge, NTSC

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