Scrapyard Dog is a side-scrolling platformer developed by BlueSky Software and published by Atari Corporation for the Atari 7800 in 1990. You play as Louie, a resident of the inner city whose dog, Scraps, has been kidnapped by a villain known as Mr. Big. Spanning 17 distinct stages filled with junkyards, alleyways, and sewers, the game offers a traditional platforming challenge set against an unusually gritty urban backdrop.
How to Play
Your objective is to navigate Louie through all 17 scrolling stages to rescue his stolen dog. Louie can jump on certain enemies to defeat them, and collect money to purchase items like shields and projectile weapons. Since this is an Atari 7800 title playing in the browser, default controls map the console’s directional pad to your arrow keys. Use the Z and X keys for your primary actions (jumping and throwing), and press Enter to start or pause the game.
Tips
- Louie’s movement has a distinct sense of momentum, so be careful when making precision jumps near ledges or hazards.
- You can find shops by ducking into certain background objects or doors. They are crucial for purchasing extra lives and shield upgrades.
- If you find a $5 bag on the same screen as a shop, you can collect it, enter the shop, and exit. The money bag will reappear, allowing you to stockpile funds for expensive upgrades.
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