Breakout Beyond Puts a New Angle on Atari's Classic Brick-Breaker

Atari's iconic 1976 game, Breakout, is getting a modern makeover with Breakout Beyond. This reimagining, nearly 50 years in the making, retains the classic paddle-and-ball mechanics but introduces a unique sideways scrolling perspective.

Developed by Choice Provisions (creators of the BIT.TRIP series), Breakout Beyond challenges players to progress horizontally, smashing bricks from left to right. As combo scores increase, the visual spectacle intensifies with dazzling lights and effects. Special bricks trigger spectacular events, from massive explosions to the deployment of a laser cannon!

Prepare for 72 levels of brick-busting action, complemented by an unlockable endless mode featuring a global online leaderboard. For those who prefer cooperative mayhem, Breakout Beyond offers local two-player co-op.

Initially slated as an Intellivision Amico exclusive in 2020, Atari has since acquired the title and completed its development.

"We're excited to bring this fantastic title to our players," stated Ethan Stearns, Atari's senior director of games publishing. "The team recognized its brilliance – a faithful update to the core Breakout gameplay with a fresh, innovative twist. Breakout Beyond is a worthy addition to the Breakout legacy, and we eagerly anticipate the incredible combos players will achieve."

The Amico console, initially announced in 2018 with a projected 2020 release, remains unreleased, having encountered numerous setbacks and delays over the years. Atari acquired the Intellivision brand and intellectual property last year, but not the Amico itself.

Breakout Beyond will launch later this year on PC, PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox Series X & S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and Atari VCS.