Combat is a military-themed action game for the Atari 2600 that was released in 1977 as one of the console's launch titles. Developed by Atari, Inc., it belongs to the shooter genre, specifically the multi-directional shooter subgenre. In Combat, two players face off in tanks, biplanes, or jets across various game modes with different terrains and obstacles. The objective is to score hits against the opponent by skillfully maneuvering and shooting within a confined arena. Each round is timed, with the player scoring the most hits emerging as the victor, showcasing quick reflexes and strategic movement.