Thunderground
There are six Core nuclear bases on the planet's surface. You must burrow underground to each of these bases and destroy them. But be warned, they are guarded by patrolling Core Ranger tanks that if they get you in their line of fire, will destroy you.There are two types of tanks. The white Sentry tanks only move through existing tunnels and will only fire on you if there is clear space between you and them. The blue Digger tanks will create their own tunnels to pursue you. There is also a Sentry tank at the bottom of the screen that slowly moves towards your reserve tanks. If this tank reaches you reserves before you destroy all six bases, you lose a life. The game is over if you lose all l...
- Genre
- Shooter
- Year
- 1983
- Developer
- SEGA Enterprises, Inc.
- Publisher
- SEGA Enterprises, Inc.
- Players
- 1
P2P Netplay available on compatible cores
Thunderground frequently asked questions
How do I play Thunderground online with a friend?
Thunderground (Atari 2600) can be played online with friends using Etera's P2P netplay. Create a room in the launcher and invite your friend, who joins through the invite. Step by step:
- Download the Etera launcher for Windows or Linux and create your account.
- Ask your friend to do the same and add them to your friends list.
- Pick the game in the library and create a netplay room.
- Invite your friend: they accept the invite and join the room.
- The launcher keeps dependencies on the same version for both players, avoiding desync.
How do I play Thunderground on PC?
Download the Etera launcher (Windows or Linux), find Thunderground in the Atari 2600 library and click to download. The launcher handles the emulator and setup for you.
Does Thunderground netplay lag?
Etera uses a direct P2P connection between players, which usually means low latency. Results depend on each player's internet quality.
Can I play Thunderground for free?
Yes. Every account gets a 5-day trial with premium features. After that, the free plan allows 3 new games per day and 1 netplay session per day. Premium raises those limits.
Play Thunderground on Etera
Download the launcher for Windows or Linux, find this game in the library and play solo or with friends.
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