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Alt + Enter
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Shift + Escape
| Start/Reset | Numpad Enter |
| Change Mode | Backspace |
| Escape | Esc |
| Jump / Throw | V |
| Alternate Right to Run | Left |
| Alternate Left to Run | Right |
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Sports-Simulation | Atari 2600 | 1983 | Activision
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© 1983 Activision, Inc. Activision is a registered trademark of Activision, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Races
The 100-, 400-, and 1500-Meter Races are tests of fortitude. Just wag the joystick left and right to cover the distance between the starting line and finish line. The 110-Meter Hurdles has obstacles to jump along the way -- use the Fire button to jump the hurdles. The faster you complete each race, the higher your score.
Controls
Each game involves running at least some distance, achieved by moving the directional controls left and right as quickly as you can. The Fire button will jump or throw the object in hand, depending on the event. Your performance in each event determines your score.
Height Events
In the High Jump event, oscillate between left and right to build speed, then press the Fire button just before you reach the crossbar to jump over it. Pole Vaulting is a little trickier: first you press the Fire button to plant the pole on the ground, then while your decathlete is in the air, press the Fire button again to let go of the pole and jump the crossbar. You scratch if the pole touches the crossbar, so don't wait too long to let go! Your best height is scored in these events.
Distance Events
The Long Jump, Discus Throw, Shot Put, and Javelin Throw are similar in execution. Move the joystick left and right to build speed, then press the Fire button before you reach the scratch line to jump or throw what you've got in your hand. If you cross the scratch line without pressing the button, you score 0 points. You get three tries at each event, and your best distance is scored.
Tip: Long, Long Game
Do the High Jump and Pole Vault games seem neverending? That's a good thing! The better you do, the more you play these games -- after you clear each height, the crossbar is raised, and the next one is more challenging. You move on to the next event if you fail any jump three times.
Tip: Pole Planting
Wait as long as you can before planting the pole in the Pole Vault event. Speed is critical for jumping the crossbar, and if your decathlete is still running after the pole is planted, he loses speed quickly.
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