Ataxx (1990)

Ataxx

Ataxx is a board game that was originally named Infection and invented by Dave Crummack and Craig Galley in 1988. It was first programmed on Amiga, Commodore 64, and Atari. The game was later published in arcades by Leland Corporation in 1990. Although Ataxx was sold as a video game and not with a physical game board, it can be played with a Reversi set. The concept was also used in the unreleased 1988 video game Infection, which was licensed by Virgin Mastertronic to Leland. There are numerous independently developed clones of the game.

Why is Ataxx Popular?

Ataxx is a strategy game that is played on a 7×7 grid. The game is significant because it is a simple yet challenging game that requires strategic thinking and planning. It is also popular because it can be played by two players, making it a great game for friends and family to play together.

Game Components of Ataxx

Game board (7×7 grid)Black and white pieces (X and O)

Game Setup of Ataxx

The board starts with at least one black piece (X) and one white piece (O).

Gameplay Mechanics of Ataxx

Players take turns moving their pieces to an adjacent empty square. When a piece is moved, it leaves a copy of itself behind in the square it vacated. If a player’s piece is moved to a square adjacent to an opponent’s piece, the opponent’s piece is captured and replaced by the player’s piece. The game ends when no more moves can be made.

Game Objective of Ataxx

The objective of the game is to have the most pieces on the board at the end of the game.

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