Star Raiders for the Atari 2600, also known as Picture Tele-Games' Star Raiders, was an early first-person space combat simulator released in 1982. Initially created for the Atari 8-bit computers and later adapted for the home console, the game is recognized as a significant piece of gaming history. Taking inspiration from the likes of 'Star Wars' and 'Star Trek', players navigate through space, engage in battles with enemy spacecraft, and aim to protect starbases. The genre blends action with strategic elements, as players must manage their ship's energy and shields while tracking their position on a sector map.