Basic Math

Basic Math

Console: Atari 2600
TV Standard: Region Not Set
Developer(s): Atari
Publisher(s): Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Release Date: 1977-01-01
Players: 1
Co-op: No
ESRB: Not Rated
Type: Puzzle

Basic Math is a math game for children.

Each game gives the player a set of ten basic math problems (i.e. simple addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division) to solve. The player is presented with two numbers and a function, then inputs the answer by cycling through numbers with the joystick. A timer option is available to ramp up the difficulty. The game has eight primary game settings - basically two settings for each mathematical function. Games 1-4 allow the player to select one of the numbers the player will be working with, while 5-8 give random questions.

Game Player of Basic Math on Atari 2600
Controls - How to Play Basic Math on Atari 2600

Generally, you can review the controls (keyboard) setting during each game in the screen before it starts. Use the arrow keys and “Z”, “X”, “A”, “S”, “Q”, “E” buttons to play, or customize yourself with your gamepad or keyboard.

KeyboardControls
← → ↑ ↓Directions for LEFT, RIGHT, UP, DOWN
Enter ↵START
ShiftSELECT
ZA
XB
AX
SY
QL
ER