# Missile Command: Recharged

> 2020 video game remake

**Wikidata**: [Q105104043](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q105104043)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/missile-command-recharged

## Summary
Missile Command: Recharged is a 2020 video game remake of the classic 1980s arcade title, developed by AdamVision Studios and Lithuanian developer SneakyBox, then published by Atari. The game preserves the core gameplay of protecting cities from missile strikes while updating it with modern graphics and controls for contemporary platforms.

## Key Facts
- Released on May 27, 2020 for Linux, Microsoft Windows, and macOS platforms
- Developed by AdamVision Studios and SneakyBox (Lithuanian game developer based in Kaunas)
- Published by Atari and distributed across multiple digital storefronts including Steam, Epic Games Store, and Nintendo eShop
- Genre classified as arcade with single-player game mode
- Rated PEGI 3 with "Mild Fantasy Violence" content descriptor
- Part of the "Recharged" series of classic game remakes
- Based on the original Missile Command arcade game (classified as a video game remake)

## FAQs
### Q: What is Missile Command: Recharged?
A: Missile Command: Recharged is a modern 2020 remake of the classic 1980s arcade game where players protect cities from incoming missiles. It was developed by AdamVision Studios and Lithuanian developer SneakyBox, published by Atari, and features updated graphics and controls while maintaining the original's core strategic gameplay.

### Q: Who developed Missile Command: Recharged?
A: The game was developed through a collaboration between AdamVision Studios and SneakyBox, a Lithuanian video game developer headquartered in Kaunas. This partnership brought together expertise for creating a faithful yet modern remake of the classic arcade title.

### Q: What platforms is Missile Command: Recharged available on?
A: Missile Command: Recharged is available on multiple platforms including Linux, Microsoft Windows, macOS, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X and Series S, and Nintendo Switch. It was released as a digital download only through various online storefronts.

### Q: When did Missile Command: Recharged release?
A: The game was first released on May 27, 2020 for PC platforms (Linux, Windows, and macOS), followed by releases on PlayStation 4 and later on Xbox Series X and Series S on November 1, 2022.

### Q: Is Missile Command: Recharged appropriate for all ages?
A: Yes, the game carries a PEGI 3 rating and is described as containing "Mild Fantasy Violence" by the ESRB, making it suitable for players of all ages.

## Why It Matters
Missile Command: Recharged represents a significant example of successful retro game modernization, bridging the gap between classic arcade gaming and contemporary platforms. As a remake of one of the most iconic titles from the golden age of arcade games, it demonstrates how classic IP can be revitalized for modern audiences while preserving the essence that made the original beloved. The game showcases the enduring appeal of Atari's classic portfolio and highlights how international development partnerships (in this case between AdamVision Studios and Lithuanian developer SneakyBox) can successfully recreate retro experiences for diverse platforms, making vintage gameplay accessible to new generations of gamers across PC, console, and mobile ecosystems.

## Notable For
- Being a faithful modern remake of the classic 1980s arcade game Missile Command
- Co-development between American developer AdamVision Studios and Lithuanian developer SneakyBox
- Multi-platform availability across PC, major consoles, and mobile devices with consistent gameplay experience
- Integration with modern digital distribution platforms including Steam, Epic Games Store, and Nintendo eShop
- Maintaining the core strategic gameplay of protecting cities from missile strikes while updating visuals and controls for contemporary players

## Body

### Development and Publishing
- Developed by AdamVision Studios and SneakyBox (Lithuanian video game developer headquartered in Kaunas)
- Published by Atari
- Classified as a video game remake based on the original Missile Command (Q1192794)
- Digital download distribution format only

### Release Information
- Initial release on May 27, 2020 for Linux, Microsoft Windows, and macOS
- PlayStation 4 version released at a later date
- Xbox Series X and Series S version released on November 1, 2022
- Available on Nintendo Switch through digital distribution
- Distribution platforms include Steam, Epic Games Store, Google Play, and Nintendo eShop

### Gameplay and Features
- Genre: Arcade
- Game mode: Single-player video game
- Part of the "Recharged" series of classic game remakes
- Features touchscreen controls (P479)
- Based on the original 1980s Missile Command arcade gameplay
- Supports multiple languages including English, Italian, German, French, Japanese, Spanish, Russian, and Portuguese

### Technical Details
- App Store ID: 1494023721
- OpenCritic ID: 9517
- Review score: 73/100 (OpenCritic Top Critic Average as of November 2022)
- Additional review metric: 56% (alternative rating determination)
- HowLongToBeat ID: 80972
- Speedrun.com game ID: missilecommand_recharged
- Distribution classified as digital download (Q269415)

### Platform-Specific Information
- PlayStation 4 version has European Orbis patch ID CUSA36605 and North American ID CUSA36604
- Nintendo Switch version available through Nintendo eShop with ID missile-command-recharged-switch
- Mobile versions available on Google Play
- PC versions available on Steam, Epic Games Store, and other digital storefronts

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