The History of Atari's Liberator : Failure to Launch
In this documentary, we take an in-depth look into the rare and under seen Atari arcade game Liberator from 1982. Atari was hoping this follow up to the classic game Missile Command would be a huge hit. Instead it would go on to become one of the lowest produced arcade games in Atari's history. We trace its development, history, and impact on the industry. The failure of the product can be seen in Atari's obsessive nature of test marketing, attempting to brand the game with the Atari Force characters, and an overlong development time. Featuring never seen before developmental material courtesy of The Strong Museum of Rochester New York. Thanks to Todd Tuckey (TNT Amusements), Tony Temple (arcadeblogger.com), and Tim McVey (Man vs. Snake) for their time and input. Additional thanks to Trip Hawkins, Travis Reynolds, Buddy Herron, Jenny Waldo and Catherine DeSpira.
Written by Cassandra Chiles
Archive Material Used with Permission
From the Strong National Museum of Play
Rochester, New York
Researcher for the Strong Museum Beth Merkle
Additional Material Courtesy of Joe Magiera
Original Music by Oscillation Communications
Atari Force and all Atari Force characters are © DC Comics INC.
Edited by Yumi Lockheart
Produced by Trinity Quirk
Directed by Cassandra Chiles
